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Learning Center > Breastfeeding Promotion and Support: Educational Materials > Loving Support Campaign > Loving Support Projects in Action > Building a Breastfeeding Friendly Community > 2002 States > Vermont

Loving Support Makes Breastfeeding Work

Loving Support™ Implemention Plans:
Vermont

 

bullet Project Contact: Karen Flynn
  dot Phone: (802) 652-4171
  dot E-mail: kflynn@vdh.state.vt.us
  dot Target: Statewide

bullet Mobilizing Staff:
  dot Breastfeeding education training for local WIC staff
  dot Website pages to keep staff informed
  dot Development of core regional breastfeeding support training teams

bullet Client/Family:
  dot Enhancement of peer counseling programs
bullet Public Awareness:
  dot Statewide promotion of Loving Support branded materials
  dot Loving Support messages on food delivery vans and trucks

bullet Health Providers:
  dot Breastfeeding support training for home visitation staff
  dot Visits to health providers
  dot Development of a Breastfeeding Resource Guide
  dot Promotion of "Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative"

bullet Community:
  dot Development of a Statewide breastfeeding network
  dot Worksite outreach programs with recognition of breastfeeding     friendly businesses (Breastfeeding Friendly Employer Project)
  dot Outreach to faith-based organizations

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