New Jersey Breastfeeding Coalition

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

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Committee Descriptions

  • Advocacy/Legal  – Co-chairs: Ellen Maughan, Sharon Tanis
    • Develops and spearheads the NJBC’s initiatives on legal, advocacy and policy priorities affecting lactation in New Jersey. Works with partners, government and individuals to implement lactation laws and advocacy efforts.
  • Community Engagement – Co-chairs: Veronica Briggs and Lorraine Mejias
    • Foster collaborations with other organizations
    • Maintain NJBC membership records and connect with new members
    • Coordinate workplace recognition program
  • Education – Co-chairs: Chelly Andrews, Sarah Mueller-Robbins
    • The purpose of the education committee is to develop educational materials and provide continued guidance for community members regarding lactation-specific topics including but not limited to breastfeeding in the workplace and support for breastfeeding families in child care facilities. The education committee also provides support and resources for aspiring IBCLCs through mentoring connections, pathway navigation, and more.
    • Contact Info: njbc.education@gmail.com
  • Grants – Co-chairs: Mary Turbek, 1 Vacancy
    • The purpose of the Grant Committee is to explore and secure funding for the NJBC: to support a paid director, and to put the NJBC on a stable, sustainable  financial footing so that the mission of the NJBC can continue and expand.
  • Lactation Equity – Co-chairs: Nasheeda Pollard
    • This committee is focused on reducing inequity within the lactation field in the state of New Jersey. Reviewing areas where inequities exist and creating plans to reduce/eliminate these inequities. Areas of overlap with other NJBC committees may occur and we will combine efforts when necessary. 
  • Marketing/Communications – Co-chairs: Danielle Tropea and Colleen Goidel
    • Create brand identity to increase NJBC statewide visibility
    • Maintain and market the NJ ZipMilk database to families and lactation professionals
    • Communicate with other NJ lactation coalitions and consortia to coordinate joint efforts
    • Create and schedule social media content
    • Maintain and expand the NJBC website
    • Interest Form: https://forms.gle/9E8L1kNFCvjX7xEM6

For questions: please contact NJBreastfeedingCoalition@gmail.com.

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
  • Meetings & Events
    ▼
    • Submit Events and Announcements
    • National Breastfeeding Month
    • Events and Announcements
    • General Meeting Minutes
    • Trustee Meeting Minutes
    • Black Maternal Health Week
  • Membership
    ▲
    • Committee Descriptions
  • Legal Rights
    ▼
    • Breastfeeding in Public
    • Breastfeeding and Employment
    • Lactation Support in NJ Hospitals
  • Resources
    ▼
    • Recent New Jersey Breastfeeding Statistics
    • For Parents
    • For Healthcare Providers
  • Projects
    ▼
    • Worksite Recognition Program
    • Diversity & Racial Equity
  • Employment
  • Contact