MIDDLESEX HOSPITAL TO CELEBRATE WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK

Middlesex Hospital’s Pregnancy and Birth Center will host a celebration of World Breastfeeding Week on Tuesday, August 6 at the hospital. The theme of this year’s celebration is “Breastfeeding Support: Close to Mothers.”

The event will begin at 10:00 a.m. in Middlesex Hospital’s North One meeting room. The celebration honors all of the families who have chosen to breastfeed and the community of support that it takes to be successful.

The event is free and open to all breastfeeding mothers and their families in the community. After some brief welcome remarks, those in attendance will take a ceremonial walk around the area near the hospital and then return to the hospital to listen to several lactation consultants discuss the benefits of breastfeeding.

Healthcare facilities play a vital role in promoting the benefits of breastfeeding.  The Pregnancy & Birth Center at Middlesex Hospital has earned the designation of a "Baby-Friendly" hospital by Baby-Friendly USA. This organization recognizes hospitals that provide an optimal level of care and information for breastfeeding moms and their babies.   From delivery on, Middlesex provides careful encouragement, education and support for new mothers and their feeding choices. 

For more information, contact the Middlesex Hospital Pregnancy and Birth Center (860) 358-6699.