@BandyBrenda

Mom, wife, Kansan, Executive Director, Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition, Tweets = my own

 Manhattan, KS
Joined August 2013
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As of January 1st, Colorado parents with babies in the NICU have expanded paid leave rights. CO is paving the way for states building upon paid leave progress to support more families' needs—more from @ABetterBalance abetterbalance.org/colorado-…

Colorado Exemplifies How to Build Upon Paid Leave Progress to Meet Families’ Evolving Needs - A...

Colorado continues to pave the way for strong work-family protections by modeling how these policies can be expanded to meet families' needs.

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Breastfeeding may lower mothers’ later life depression and anxiety risks, via @EurekAlert! eurekalert.org/news-releases…

Breastfeeding may lower mothers’ later life depression and anxiety risks

Findings of an observational study, published in the open access journal BMJ Open, showed breastfeeding may lower mothers’ later life depression and anxiety risks for up to 10 years after pregnancy.

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Looking to pass the baton! Know anyone who may be interested? linkedin.com/jobs/view/43300…

United Education Institute Jobs in United States (72 Open Roles) | LinkedIn

Today’s top 72 United Education Institute jobs in United States. Leverage your professional network, and get hired. New United Education Institute jobs added daily.

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Check out this important #breastfeeding National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, & Medicine (NASEM) report. Co-chaired by Dr. @IVAPhD, this congressionally mandated report identifies 16 key recommendations to improve breastfeeding rates and support in the US. 👇🏿👇🏿👇🏿
National Academies@theNASEM10 Sep 2025
#Breastfeeding is a #PublicHealth imperative — but without deliberate action, differences in breastfeeding outcomes and unequal access to support will persist. Learn about our recommendations for a coordinated national breastfeeding strategy: ow.ly/VsN750WUQnm
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Congratulations! The Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition is pleased to award the Clay County Health Department the Gold Level Breastfeeding Employee Support Award for supporting your breastfeeding employees. #breastfeeding #ksbreastfeeding
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Congratulations! The Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition is pleased to award Coffey Health System the Gold Level Breastfeeding Employee Support Award for supporting your breastfeeding employees. #breastfeeding #ksbreastfeeding @coffeyhospital
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Brenda Bandy retweeted
1,000 Days@1000Days5 Sep 2025
Breastfeeding is one of the most powerful ways to give children a strong start, but families often need support to navigate challenges and stay on track. A successful breastfeeding journey is built on layers of support at every step.
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Are you looking to get involved in efforts to remove the barriers to #breastfeeding? Visit the USBC Coalitions Directory to find a coalition near you: bit.ly/3IkMmCz #NBM25 #NationalBreastfeedingMonth
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Congratulations, KBC Chair and Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation Breastfeeding Coalition Founder Stephanne Rupnicki and Kansas Birth Justice Society Founder Sapphire Garcia, on your efforts to train Indigenous doulas. kcur.org/health/2025-09-03/i…

Indigenous women in Kansas are more likely to die during pregnancy. New doulas could help

Between 1999 and 2019, the increase in Indigenous pregnant women dying in Kansas was among the worst in the country. Kansas women are training more doulas to help expecting Native moms through...

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Brenda Bandy retweeted
MomsRising
@MomsRising3 Sep 2025
Breastfeeding is a foundation for lifelong health for moms and babies. But parents can't do it alone. Investing in breastfeeding means investing in stronger families and healthier communities. From lactation support to pumping supplies. These tools are essential to each person's journey. Join us in calling on Congress to support funding for breastfeeding families. Text LatchOn to (888) 418-5699 to tell your members of Congress to protect and fully fund breastfeeding programs in hospitals, workplaces, childcare centers, and communities! #LatchOnSupport #MomsRising #Breastfeeding #ForwardTogether #Breastfeeding #Lactation #NBM25 #NBMRisers25 #PaidLeave #PUMPAct #PWFA
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Thank you, Healthy Blue Kansas, for being a Silver-level supporter of the Kansas Breastfeeding Conference! Interested in sharing your business or organization with more than 200 health care professionals in Kansas? Click here: surveymonkey.com/r/2025ConfS… @healthyblue_ks #KBCCon2025
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Happy #BlackBreastfeedingWeek! Everybody deserves to have their lactation needs fully supported at work. Our resources can help you understand and advocate for your rights to break time and space to pump on the job: abetterbalance.org/resources…

State Laws for Nursing Mothers at Work: How To Talk to Your Boss About Your Pump - A Better Balance

As a nursing parent, you’ll need break time and space for pumping breast milk at work, and possibly other changes or accommodations that will allow you to

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Brenda Bandy retweeted
CDC DNPAO@CDC_DNPAO27 Aug 2025
CDC’s Early Childhood Nutrition Report offers insights into breastfeeding rates and infant feeding practices at the state and national levels. Learn more about how you can support #breastfeeding: tinyurl.com/fsfrw57b #NBM2025
A woman breastfeeding her baby while sitting on a couch. Text at bottom reads, "CDC's early childhood nutrition report 2025".

ALT A woman breastfeeding her baby while sitting on a couch. Text at bottom reads, "CDC's early childhood nutrition report 2025".

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Great article featuring Abriona Markham, Executive Director of Topeka Doula Project!
First 1000 Days Kansas@First1000DaysKS25 Aug 2025
How Topeka Doula Project is fighting high infant mortality rates in Shawnee County cjonline.com/story/news/loca… via @CJOnline

How Topeka Doula Project is fighting high infant mortality rates in Shawnee County

The Topeka Doula Project is combating high infant mortality rates in Shawnee County.

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Our Family Reunion is coming! Calling our Certified Blactavisit PCs & Blactation Educators & Accomplices! We want to see you! Check your email for details.
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"Researchers discovered that the lifetime risk of cardiovascular complications is lower in those who breastfeed compared to those who do not." bit.ly/3Vl7fEH

Study links breastfeeding to long-term heart health benefits for mothers

A new study released highlights the long-term health benefits of breastfeeding for mothers.

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It's Black Breastfeeding Week! This year's theme is "Boots on the Ground: Rooted in Breastfeeding Success, Grounded in Community Support." #BBW2025 #BlackBreastfeedingWeek #SupportBlackFamilies #NBM25 #NBM2025 Learn more here: blackbreastfeedingweek.org
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The Restoration Project makes sure our most vulnerable babies still receive the nourishment they deserve. Led by @iamKSealsAllers with @hmbana4babies, this initiative honors community care in action. Learn more at trpforbabies.com #TheRestorationProject #BBW25
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Join us online to hear the latest research about the impacts of a state paid leave program on businesses. Learn how a self-funded state paid leave program could work for Kansas businesses and families. #PaidLeave #PaidLeaveKS Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi…
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Are you a lactation support provider, or do you work with a related program in Kansas? Join our regional virtual meetings to meet and connect with others in your area. #breastfeeding #Kansas ksbreastfeeding.org/calendar…
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