This year's event took place at the Main McAllen Library on 23rd St and Nolana on August 3rd. Mamas and babies gather for this global event to help raise awareness about the benefits of breastfeeding for everyone involved. For mothers' health, infant nutrition, environmental impact and community support.
Read moreSummer Crafts & Feeding Babies | World Breastfeeding Week Continues!
When Amber and I talked about taking this nursing session on the go, she mentioned to me that she hadn't quite tried the whole nursing and standing move. Well, she could have fooled me! We headed to the craft store (Amber is an amazing crafty mama) and as we checked out all the colorful glitter for her next project, she nursed baby Annabelle like a pro.
Read moreJacqui's Day In The Life McAllen, TX
What does a day in the life look like for a nursing mama? Well if you live in the Rio Grande Valley, the summer days are blistering hot and the time spent outdoors is short and sweet. (Anyone else with me on this one?)
Read moreWorld Breastfeeding Week 2018 McAllen, TX
When Laya and I met, we got a chance to chat a little bit about why these photo sessions were so important. Showing mamas in McAllen and the entire Rio Grande Valley what breastfeeding looks like helps normalize it.
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