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Challenges and rewards of parenting a baby, from family leave policies to caregiving.

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How History and Racism Reframe the Formula Shortage for Black Families

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Formula shortages disproportionately affect Black birthing people because of a long history in which they have been both prohibited and discouraged from breastfeeding.

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Raising A Child as A Masculine Identifed Woman

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This panel talks candidly about the realities of being masculine identifying women and how that affects pregnancy, motherhood, and approaches to parenting

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How to Care for Your Baby at Night

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A guide for parents and caregivers from the United Nations Children’s Fund’s (UNICEF) baby-friendly initiative.

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Safe Sleep for Breastfeeding Babies

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La Leche League International’s Seven Tips for Safe Sleep is a thorough resource for parents and caregivers who are thinking about sharing a bed with their babies.

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Would Your Partner Know What To Do? Pregnancy, Birth & Beyond!

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A video on how partners can be involved and supportive throughout a pregnancy, as well as what to do once the baby comes home.

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A National Paid Leave Program Would Help Workers, Families

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The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities examines the benefits that would result from a national paid parental leave program.

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U.S. Lags in Paid Parental Leave

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A research study finds that the U.S. ranks last in the world on providing paid parental leave.