Genesee County Health Department

Better Life Through Better Health

Date:                           July 22, 2011 

Release Date:             Immediate                                           End Date: August 1, 2011 

Contact Person:          Marcia Franks, Public Health Supervisor  

Phone:                         (810) 257-3202 

RE:                              August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month  

     August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month, and the Genesee County Breastfeeding Coalition (GCBC), together with local La Leche League (LLL) groups are hosting special events to promote community breastfeeding information, acceptance and support. “Talk to Me!” is this year’s world-wide message during Breastfeeding Awareness Month because communication is essential to protect, promote and support breastfeeding.

     On Thursday, August 4, 2011, the GCBC will host a family friendly health fair at the Flint Farmer’s Market. The health fair features games, prizes, and also includes important maternal-infant health information. Meet one-on-one with Genesee County Breastfeeding Peer Counselors; where you can also sign up for infant feeding or breastfeeding support groups. The health fair hours at the Flint Farmer’s Market are 10:00 am - 3:00 pm.

     On Saturday, August 6, 2011, LLL is holding a discounted family miniature golf event at Uncle Ray’s Dairyland, 1462. N. Leroy St., Fenton, to raise awareness about the importance of breastfeeding. The event coincides with The Big Latch on at 10:30 am where women across Michigan and the U.S. will attempt to break the record for the most women breastfeeding simultaneously. For more information on this event call Clara at: 248-660-5334. All proceeds from the miniature golf event will go to LLL Fenton and Grand Blanc to help support local women in their choice to breastfeed.

Please visit www.gchd.us for Genesee County Breastfeeding Coalition information.

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