New Jersey Breastfeeding Coalition

NJBFC is dedicated to promoting, protecting and supporting all families on their breastfeeding journey.

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  • NJ paid family leave has gotten better!

    As of July 1, 2020 NJ workers are able to receive up to 12 weeks of successive benefits per year and up to 85% of their average weekly wage, with a maximum of $881 per week to spend with a newborn or care for a loved one. 

    For more information click here.

    NJ Paid Family Leave
  • From those at NJBC, we thank everyone again for their special donations!

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  • The New Jersey Breastfeeding Coalition is dedicated to promoting, protecting and supporting breastfeeding by working collaboratively.

    The NJBC also stands with all people demanding an end to racism and injustice. See NJBC’s statement: Black Lives Matter. 

    For information about COVID-19 during breastfeeding and birth, click here.
    Breast is Best for Babes

What We Do

The NJ Breastfeeding Coalition is a collaboration of families, health professionals, … Read More »

Know Your Rights

Every mother has the basic human right to breastfeed her baby. It is not illegal to … Read More »

Announcements

NJBC IS PARTNERING TO DEVELOP THE NEW JERSEY BREASTFEEDING STRATEGIC PLAN WITH THE … Read More »

NJ Zip Milk

Looking for breastfeeding help?  ZipMilk is New Jersey's premier statewide database … Read More »

Membership

Your membership will help protect, promote, and support breastfeeding in New Jersey. To join the Coalition, please complete our membership form online or complete a paper copy of the form and mail it to the address on the form. We are a non-profit and flourish on donations. You can submit donations using the Paypal "DONATE" button. … Read More »

Get In Touch

If you are looking for breastfeeding help, please visit zipmilk.org for a list of … Read More »

Breastfeeding is Important

Breastfeeding and human milk are the normative standards for infant feeding and nutrition. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months, followed by continued breastfeeding as complementary foods are introduced, with continuation of breastfeeding for 1 year or longer as mutually desired by mother and infant.

Medications and Breastfeeding

​Many breastfeeding women are wrongly advised to stop taking necessary medications or to discontinue nursing because of potential harmful effects on their infants. There are few medications that are “not safe” when breastfeeding. Ask your local lactation consultant then consult with your healthcare provider.

Getting Off to a Good Start

Getting off to a good start can help ensure your breastfeeding success. Find your local breastfeeding support services by visiting Zipmilk.org.

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  • Home
  • About Us
    ▼
    • Mission
    • Trustee Information
    • News
  • Meeting/Events
    ▼
    • General Meeting Minutes
    • Trustee Meeting Minutes
    • August 2020 Breastfeeding Events
  • Membership
  • Legal Rights
    ▼
    • Breastfeeding in Public
    • Breastfeeding and Employment
    • Breastfeeding Support in NJ Hospitals
  • Resources
    ▼
    • For Parents
    • For Healthcare Providers
  • Projects
    ▼
    • Worksite Recognition Program
    • Diversity & Racial Equity
    • Pathway 3 Mentor Form
  • Employment
  • Contact