The Impact of Food Insecurity on Breastfeeding

Description

The "Impact of Food Insecurity on Breastfeeding" presentation is an in-depth exploration of the relationship between food insecurity and breastfeeding. This presentation will assess progress toward achieving Healthy People 2030 breastfeeding goals, examine barriers faced by parents in food-insecure households, and highlight the health and economic implications of breastfeeding. We will also discuss evidence-based interventions and policy recommendations to support breastfeeding in food-insecure populations, providing insights for healthcare providers, policymakers, and community advocates.

This LMS training session is funded by the Region I WIC Lactation Area Training Center for Health.

Target Audience

Healthcare Professionals -Nurses, Nutritionists, Dietitians, Social Workers, Peer Support Specialists

Objectives

At the end of this training, the learner will be able to:

• Evaluate the progress toward achieving Healthy People 2030 breastfeeding goals and identify disparities in goal attainment
• Describe the current state of food insecurity in the United States
• Identify key barriers parents face when attempting to breastfeed in food-insecure households
• Explain the impact of food insecurity on the health of breastfeeding parents and their subsequent breastfeeding practices
• Discuss interventions and policy changes that support breastfeeding in food-insecure populations

Faculty

• Sonja Emerson, MSN, MPH, RN, IBCLC