Birth By Queens - Birth Center Week - Birthing Love, Birthing Power

Birth Center Week Events 

Friday, September 11 Lactation Basics For Doulas

Saturday, September 12 Batter Up for Birth Centers – Bronx

Sunday, September 13 Generations of Love: Honoring the Village

Monday, September 14 Building Infrastructure For The Working Parent

Tuesday, September 15 Parenting While Pursuing Your Dreams

Wednesday, September 16 Birth Center Tour

Thursday, September 17 Community Baby Shower

Friday, September 18 Fall In Love With Fatherhood

Small Gifts. Big Dreams. Lasting Impact.

Saturday, September 19⚾ Batter Up for Birth Centers – Queens

Sunday, September 20 Faith, Families & Healthy Beginnings

Join the movement of care. 

Birth By Queens Foundation Inc. 

Did you know there are many free programs happening in the community just for your child and you. Join us for our monthly Little Builders program meeting every first Saturday of the month at Home Depot. Please note during inclement weather our session will be virtual.

• Meet New Children & Parents

• Interactive Building Activity

• Improve Socialization Skills

• Social Emotional Learning Enrichment

Birth By Queens - Birth Center Week - Birthing Love, Birthing Power

Birth Center Week Events 

Friday, September 11 Lactation Basics For Doulas

Saturday, September 12 Batter Up for Birth Centers – Bronx

Sunday, September 13 Generations of Love: Honoring the Village

Monday, September 14 Building Infrastructure For The Working Parent

Tuesday, September 15 Parenting While Pursuing Your Dreams

Wednesday, September 16 Birth Center Tour

Thursday, September 17 Community Baby Shower

Friday, September 18 Fall In Love With Fatherhood

Small Gifts. Big Dreams. Lasting Impact.

Saturday, September 19⚾ Batter Up for Birth Centers – Queens

Sunday, September 20 Faith, Families & Healthy Beginnings

Join the movement of care. 

Birth By Queens Foundation Inc. 

Birth By Queens - National Breastfeeding Month 2026 - A World Of Virtual Support

RISE: Resilience • Interdependence • Self-Determination • Empowerment

Every August, communities across the United States come together to celebrate National Breastfeeding Month (NBM), an annual campaign led by the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee (USBC). Established in 2011, National Breastfeeding Month raises awareness about the importance of breastfeeding and advocates for the policy, systems, and environmental changes needed to ensure every family has access to the support they deserve.

This year we celebrate with our virtual offering of support for families every Wednesday at 5 pm for pregnant families and 7 pm for postpartum families. Join is to create a plan that last beyond national breastfeeding month. Please note the following celebrations in honor of breastfeeding below:

🇺🇸 National Breastfeeding Month
Theme: RISE: Resilience, Interdependence, Self-Determination, Empowerment

🌎 World Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Theme: Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works

🤱 National WIC Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Celebrating the important role of the WIC Program in supporting breastfeeding families across the United States.

Indigenous Milk Medicine Week (August 8–14)
Theme: We Keep the Fires Lit: Rising Through Milk Medicine

Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Breastfeeding Week (August 15–21)
Theme: Better Data, Better Care for AANHPI Families

Black Breastfeeding Week (August 25–31)
Theme: We All We Got

Semana de la Lactancia Latina (September 8–14)
Theme: Roots of Love: Breastfeeding with Pride and Power

Deaf & Hard of Hearing Breastfeeding Week (September 16–22)
Theme: Close the Gap, Strengthen the Bridge: Community, Care & Connection

Military Lactation Celebration
Honoring military families and advancing lactation support throughout military communities.

Workplace Lactation Week (September 1–7)
Theme: Work. Pump. Advance. Empowering the Modern Parent.

Join the movement of care. 

Birth By Queens Foundation Inc. 

Birth By Queens - National Breastfeeding Month 2026 - A World Of Virtual Support

RISE: Resilience • Interdependence • Self-Determination • Empowerment

Every August, communities across the United States come together to celebrate National Breastfeeding Month (NBM), an annual campaign led by the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee (USBC). Established in 2011, National Breastfeeding Month raises awareness about the importance of breastfeeding and advocates for the policy, systems, and environmental changes needed to ensure every family has access to the support they deserve.

​

This year we celebrate with our virtual offering of support for families every Wednesday at 5 pm for pregnant families and 7 pm for postpartum families. Join is to create a plan that last beyond national breastfeeding month. Please note the following celebrations in honor of breastfeeding below:

🇺🇸 National Breastfeeding Month
Theme: RISE: Resilience, Interdependence, Self-Determination, Empowerment

🌎 World Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Theme: Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works

🤱 National WIC Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Celebrating the important role of the WIC Program in supporting breastfeeding families across the United States.

Indigenous Milk Medicine Week (August 8–14)
Theme: We Keep the Fires Lit: Rising Through Milk Medicine

Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Breastfeeding Week (August 15–21)
Theme: Better Data, Better Care for AANHPI Families

Black Breastfeeding Week (August 25–31)
Theme: We All We Got

Semana de la Lactancia Latina (September 8–14)
Theme: Roots of Love: Breastfeeding with Pride and Power

Deaf & Hard of Hearing Breastfeeding Week (September 16–22)
Theme: Close the Gap, Strengthen the Bridge: Community, Care & Connection

Military Lactation Celebration
Honoring military families and advancing lactation support throughout military communities.

Workplace Lactation Week (September 1–7)
Theme: Work. Pump. Advance. Empowering the Modern Parent.

Join the movement of care. 

Birth By Queens Foundation Inc. 

Did you know many neighborhoods in Queens are book desserts? This is driving force behind the reason we include the importance of literacy in everything we do. Join us for our monthly Book Buddies meeting every first Saturday of the month. Please note during inclement weather our session will be virtual.

• Meet New Children & Parents

• Interactive Read Along

• Improve Socialization Skills

• Social Emotional Learning Enrichment

Did you know there are many free programs happening in the community just for your child and you. Join us for our monthly Little Builders program meeting every first Saturday of the month at Home Depot. Please note during inclement weather our session will be virtual.

• Meet New Children & Parents

• Interactive Building Activity

• Improve Socialization Skills

• Social Emotional Learning Enrichment

Birth By Queens - National Breastfeeding Month 2026 - A World Of Virtual Support

RISE: Resilience • Interdependence • Self-Determination • Empowerment

Every August, communities across the United States come together to celebrate National Breastfeeding Month (NBM), an annual campaign led by the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee (USBC). Established in 2011, National Breastfeeding Month raises awareness about the importance of breastfeeding and advocates for the policy, systems, and environmental changes needed to ensure every family has access to the support they deserve.

This year we celebrate with our virtual offering of support for families every Wednesday at 5 pm for pregnant families and 7 pm for postpartum families. Join is to create a plan that last beyond national breastfeeding month. Please note the following celebrations in honor of breastfeeding below:

🇺🇸 National Breastfeeding Month
Theme: RISE: Resilience, Interdependence, Self-Determination, Empowerment

🌎 World Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Theme: Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works

🤱 National WIC Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Celebrating the important role of the WIC Program in supporting breastfeeding families across the United States.

Indigenous Milk Medicine Week (August 8–14)
Theme: We Keep the Fires Lit: Rising Through Milk Medicine

Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Breastfeeding Week (August 15–21)
Theme: Better Data, Better Care for AANHPI Families

Black Breastfeeding Week (August 25–31)
Theme: We All We Got

Semana de la Lactancia Latina (September 8–14)
Theme: Roots of Love: Breastfeeding with Pride and Power

Deaf & Hard of Hearing Breastfeeding Week (September 16–22)
Theme: Close the Gap, Strengthen the Bridge: Community, Care & Connection

Military Lactation Celebration
Honoring military families and advancing lactation support throughout military communities.

Workplace Lactation Week (September 1–7)
Theme: Work. Pump. Advance. Empowering the Modern Parent.

Join the movement of care. 

Birth By Queens Foundation Inc. 

Birth By Queens - National Breastfeeding Month 2026 - A World Of Virtual Support

RISE: Resilience • Interdependence • Self-Determination • Empowerment

Every August, communities across the United States come together to celebrate National Breastfeeding Month (NBM), an annual campaign led by the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee (USBC). Established in 2011, National Breastfeeding Month raises awareness about the importance of breastfeeding and advocates for the policy, systems, and environmental changes needed to ensure every family has access to the support they deserve.

​

This year we celebrate with our virtual offering of support for families every Wednesday at 5 pm for pregnant families and 7 pm for postpartum families. Join is to create a plan that last beyond national breastfeeding month. Please note the following celebrations in honor of breastfeeding below:

🇺🇸 National Breastfeeding Month
Theme: RISE: Resilience, Interdependence, Self-Determination, Empowerment

🌎 World Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Theme: Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works

🤱 National WIC Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Celebrating the important role of the WIC Program in supporting breastfeeding families across the United States.

Indigenous Milk Medicine Week (August 8–14)
Theme: We Keep the Fires Lit: Rising Through Milk Medicine

Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Breastfeeding Week (August 15–21)
Theme: Better Data, Better Care for AANHPI Families

Black Breastfeeding Week (August 25–31)
Theme: We All We Got

Semana de la Lactancia Latina (September 8–14)
Theme: Roots of Love: Breastfeeding with Pride and Power

Deaf & Hard of Hearing Breastfeeding Week (September 16–22)
Theme: Close the Gap, Strengthen the Bridge: Community, Care & Connection

Military Lactation Celebration
Honoring military families and advancing lactation support throughout military communities.

Workplace Lactation Week (September 1–7)
Theme: Work. Pump. Advance. Empowering the Modern Parent.

Join the movement of care. 

Birth By Queens Foundation Inc. 

Pre Birth Center Week: Birthing Love, Birthing Power

Birth By Queens Foundation Inc. is proud to participate community programs as we close out August and head into Birth Center Week events for 2026.

QUEENS CARNIVAL 2026

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026

📍 32-11 Beach Channel Drive at Bay 32nd Street, Far Rockaway

Birth By Queens - Birth Center Week - Birthing Love, Birthing Power

Birth Center Week Events 

Friday, September 11 Lactation Basics For Doulas

Saturday, September 12 Batter Up for Birth Centers – Bronx

Sunday, September 13 Generations of Love: Honoring the Village

Monday, September 14 Building Infrastructure For The Working Parent

Tuesday, September 15 Parenting While Pursuing Your Dreams

Wednesday, September 16 Birth Center Tour

Thursday, September 17 Community Baby Shower

Friday, September 18 Fall In Love With Fatherhood

Small Gifts. Big Dreams. Lasting Impact.

Saturday, September 19⚾ Batter Up for Birth Centers – Queens

Sunday, September 20 Faith, Families & Healthy Beginnings

Join the movement of care. 

Birth By Queens Foundation Inc. 

Pre Birth Center Week: Birthing Love, Birthing Power

Birth By Queens Foundation Inc. is proud to participate community programs as we close out August and head into Birth Center Week events for 2026.

QUEENS CARNIVAL 2026

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026

📍 32-11 Beach Channel Drive at Bay 32nd Street, Far Rockaway

Birth By Queens - Birth Center Week - Birthing Love, Birthing Power

Birth Center Week Events 

Friday, September 11 Lactation Basics For Doulas

Saturday, September 12 Batter Up for Birth Centers – Bronx

Sunday, September 13 Generations of Love: Honoring the Village

Monday, September 14 Building Infrastructure For The Working Parent

Tuesday, September 15 Parenting While Pursuing Your Dreams

Wednesday, September 16 Birth Center Tour

Thursday, September 17 Community Baby Shower

Friday, September 18 Fall In Love With Fatherhood

Small Gifts. Big Dreams. Lasting Impact.

Saturday, September 19⚾ Batter Up for Birth Centers – Queens

Sunday, September 20 Faith, Families & Healthy Beginnings

Join the movement of care. 

Birth By Queens Foundation Inc. 

Birth By Queens - National Breastfeeding Month 2026 - A World Of Virtual Support

RISE: Resilience • Interdependence • Self-Determination • Empowerment

Every August, communities across the United States come together to celebrate National Breastfeeding Month (NBM), an annual campaign led by the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee (USBC). Established in 2011, National Breastfeeding Month raises awareness about the importance of breastfeeding and advocates for the policy, systems, and environmental changes needed to ensure every family has access to the support they deserve.

This year we celebrate with our virtual offering of support for families every Wednesday at 5 pm for pregnant families and 7 pm for postpartum families. Join is to create a plan that last beyond national breastfeeding month. Please note the following celebrations in honor of breastfeeding below:

🇺🇸 National Breastfeeding Month
Theme: RISE: Resilience, Interdependence, Self-Determination, Empowerment

🌎 World Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Theme: Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works

🤱 National WIC Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Celebrating the important role of the WIC Program in supporting breastfeeding families across the United States.

Indigenous Milk Medicine Week (August 8–14)
Theme: We Keep the Fires Lit: Rising Through Milk Medicine

Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Breastfeeding Week (August 15–21)
Theme: Better Data, Better Care for AANHPI Families

Black Breastfeeding Week (August 25–31)
Theme: We All We Got

Semana de la Lactancia Latina (September 8–14)
Theme: Roots of Love: Breastfeeding with Pride and Power

Deaf & Hard of Hearing Breastfeeding Week (September 16–22)
Theme: Close the Gap, Strengthen the Bridge: Community, Care & Connection

Military Lactation Celebration
Honoring military families and advancing lactation support throughout military communities.

Workplace Lactation Week (September 1–7)
Theme: Work. Pump. Advance. Empowering the Modern Parent.

Join the movement of care. 

Birth By Queens Foundation Inc. 

Birth By Queens - National Breastfeeding Month 2026 - A World Of Virtual Support

RISE: Resilience • Interdependence • Self-Determination • Empowerment

Every August, communities across the United States come together to celebrate National Breastfeeding Month (NBM), an annual campaign led by the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee (USBC). Established in 2011, National Breastfeeding Month raises awareness about the importance of breastfeeding and advocates for the policy, systems, and environmental changes needed to ensure every family has access to the support they deserve.

​

This year we celebrate with our virtual offering of support for families every Wednesday at 5 pm for pregnant families and 7 pm for postpartum families. Join is to create a plan that last beyond national breastfeeding month. Please note the following celebrations in honor of breastfeeding below:

🇺🇸 National Breastfeeding Month
Theme: RISE: Resilience, Interdependence, Self-Determination, Empowerment

🌎 World Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Theme: Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works

🤱 National WIC Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Celebrating the important role of the WIC Program in supporting breastfeeding families across the United States.

Indigenous Milk Medicine Week (August 8–14)
Theme: We Keep the Fires Lit: Rising Through Milk Medicine

Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Breastfeeding Week (August 15–21)
Theme: Better Data, Better Care for AANHPI Families

Black Breastfeeding Week (August 25–31)
Theme: We All We Got

Semana de la Lactancia Latina (September 8–14)
Theme: Roots of Love: Breastfeeding with Pride and Power

Deaf & Hard of Hearing Breastfeeding Week (September 16–22)
Theme: Close the Gap, Strengthen the Bridge: Community, Care & Connection

Military Lactation Celebration
Honoring military families and advancing lactation support throughout military communities.

Workplace Lactation Week (September 1–7)
Theme: Work. Pump. Advance. Empowering the Modern Parent.

Join the movement of care. 

Birth By Queens Foundation Inc. 

Birth By Queens - National Breastfeeding Month 2026 - A World Of Virtual Support

RISE: Resilience • Interdependence • Self-Determination • Empowerment

Every August, communities across the United States come together to celebrate National Breastfeeding Month (NBM), an annual campaign led by the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee (USBC). Established in 2011, National Breastfeeding Month raises awareness about the importance of breastfeeding and advocates for the policy, systems, and environmental changes needed to ensure every family has access to the support they deserve.

​

This year we celebrate with our virtual offering of support for families every Wednesday at 5 pm for pregnant families and 7 pm for postpartum families. Join is to create a plan that last beyond national breastfeeding month. Please note the following celebrations in honor of breastfeeding below:

🇺🇸 National Breastfeeding Month
Theme: RISE: Resilience, Interdependence, Self-Determination, Empowerment

🌎 World Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Theme: Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works

🤱 National WIC Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Celebrating the important role of the WIC Program in supporting breastfeeding families across the United States.

Indigenous Milk Medicine Week (August 8–14)
Theme: We Keep the Fires Lit: Rising Through Milk Medicine

Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Breastfeeding Week (August 15–21)
Theme: Better Data, Better Care for AANHPI Families

Black Breastfeeding Week (August 25–31)
Theme: We All We Got

Semana de la Lactancia Latina (September 8–14)
Theme: Roots of Love: Breastfeeding with Pride and Power

Deaf & Hard of Hearing Breastfeeding Week (September 16–22)
Theme: Close the Gap, Strengthen the Bridge: Community, Care & Connection

Military Lactation Celebration
Honoring military families and advancing lactation support throughout military communities.

Workplace Lactation Week (September 1–7)
Theme: Work. Pump. Advance. Empowering the Modern Parent.

Join the movement of care. 

Birth By Queens Foundation Inc. 

Birth By Queens - National Breastfeeding Month 2026 - A World Of Virtual Support

RISE: Resilience • Interdependence • Self-Determination • Empowerment

Every August, communities across the United States come together to celebrate National Breastfeeding Month (NBM), an annual campaign led by the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee (USBC). Established in 2011, National Breastfeeding Month raises awareness about the importance of breastfeeding and advocates for the policy, systems, and environmental changes needed to ensure every family has access to the support they deserve.

This year we celebrate with our virtual offering of support for families every Wednesday at 5 pm for pregnant families and 7 pm for postpartum families. Join is to create a plan that last beyond national breastfeeding month. Please note the following celebrations in honor of breastfeeding below:

🇺🇸 National Breastfeeding Month
Theme: RISE: Resilience, Interdependence, Self-Determination, Empowerment

🌎 World Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Theme: Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works

🤱 National WIC Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Celebrating the important role of the WIC Program in supporting breastfeeding families across the United States.

Indigenous Milk Medicine Week (August 8–14)
Theme: We Keep the Fires Lit: Rising Through Milk Medicine

Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Breastfeeding Week (August 15–21)
Theme: Better Data, Better Care for AANHPI Families

Black Breastfeeding Week (August 25–31)
Theme: We All We Got

Semana de la Lactancia Latina (September 8–14)
Theme: Roots of Love: Breastfeeding with Pride and Power

Deaf & Hard of Hearing Breastfeeding Week (September 16–22)
Theme: Close the Gap, Strengthen the Bridge: Community, Care & Connection

Military Lactation Celebration
Honoring military families and advancing lactation support throughout military communities.

Workplace Lactation Week (September 1–7)
Theme: Work. Pump. Advance. Empowering the Modern Parent.

Join the movement of care. 

Birth By Queens Foundation Inc. 

Birth By Queens - National Breastfeeding Month 2026 - A World Of Virtual Support

RISE: Resilience • Interdependence • Self-Determination • Empowerment

Every August, communities across the United States come together to celebrate National Breastfeeding Month (NBM), an annual campaign led by the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee (USBC). Established in 2011, National Breastfeeding Month raises awareness about the importance of breastfeeding and advocates for the policy, systems, and environmental changes needed to ensure every family has access to the support they deserve.

​

This year we celebrate with our virtual offering of support for families every Wednesday at 5 pm for pregnant families and 7 pm for postpartum families. Join is to create a plan that last beyond national breastfeeding month. Please note the following celebrations in honor of breastfeeding below:

🇺🇸 National Breastfeeding Month
Theme: RISE: Resilience, Interdependence, Self-Determination, Empowerment

🌎 World Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Theme: Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works

🤱 National WIC Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Celebrating the important role of the WIC Program in supporting breastfeeding families across the United States.

Indigenous Milk Medicine Week (August 8–14)
Theme: We Keep the Fires Lit: Rising Through Milk Medicine

Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Breastfeeding Week (August 15–21)
Theme: Better Data, Better Care for AANHPI Families

Black Breastfeeding Week (August 25–31)
Theme: We All We Got

Semana de la Lactancia Latina (September 8–14)
Theme: Roots of Love: Breastfeeding with Pride and Power

Deaf & Hard of Hearing Breastfeeding Week (September 16–22)
Theme: Close the Gap, Strengthen the Bridge: Community, Care & Connection

Military Lactation Celebration
Honoring military families and advancing lactation support throughout military communities.

Workplace Lactation Week (September 1–7)
Theme: Work. Pump. Advance. Empowering the Modern Parent.

Join the movement of care. 

Birth By Queens Foundation Inc. 

Join us and shop our vendor table for Southside We Outside.

Birth By Queens Foundation Inc. 

Birth By Queens - National Breastfeeding Month 2026 - A World Of Virtual Support

RISE: Resilience • Interdependence • Self-Determination • Empowerment

Every August, communities across the United States come together to celebrate National Breastfeeding Month (NBM), an annual campaign led by the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee (USBC). Established in 2011, National Breastfeeding Month raises awareness about the importance of breastfeeding and advocates for the policy, systems, and environmental changes needed to ensure every family has access to the support they deserve.

This year we celebrate with our virtual offering of support for families every Wednesday at 5 pm for pregnant families and 7 pm for postpartum families. Join is to create a plan that last beyond national breastfeeding month. Please note the following celebrations in honor of breastfeeding below:

🇺🇸 National Breastfeeding Month
Theme: RISE: Resilience, Interdependence, Self-Determination, Empowerment

🌎 World Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Theme: Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works

🤱 National WIC Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Celebrating the important role of the WIC Program in supporting breastfeeding families across the United States.

Indigenous Milk Medicine Week (August 8–14)
Theme: We Keep the Fires Lit: Rising Through Milk Medicine

Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Breastfeeding Week (August 15–21)
Theme: Better Data, Better Care for AANHPI Families

Black Breastfeeding Week (August 25–31)
Theme: We All We Got

Semana de la Lactancia Latina (September 8–14)
Theme: Roots of Love: Breastfeeding with Pride and Power

Deaf & Hard of Hearing Breastfeeding Week (September 16–22)
Theme: Close the Gap, Strengthen the Bridge: Community, Care & Connection

Military Lactation Celebration
Honoring military families and advancing lactation support throughout military communities.

Workplace Lactation Week (September 1–7)
Theme: Work. Pump. Advance. Empowering the Modern Parent.

Join the movement of care. 

Birth By Queens Foundation Inc. 

Birth By Queens - National Breastfeeding Month 2026 - A World Of Virtual Support

RISE: Resilience • Interdependence • Self-Determination • Empowerment

Every August, communities across the United States come together to celebrate National Breastfeeding Month (NBM), an annual campaign led by the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee (USBC). Established in 2011, National Breastfeeding Month raises awareness about the importance of breastfeeding and advocates for the policy, systems, and environmental changes needed to ensure every family has access to the support they deserve.

This year we celebrate with our virtual offering of support for families every Wednesday at 5 pm for pregnant families and 7 pm for postpartum families. Join is to create a plan that last beyond national breastfeeding month. Please note the following celebrations in honor of breastfeeding below:

🇺🇸 National Breastfeeding Month
Theme: RISE: Resilience, Interdependence, Self-Determination, Empowerment

🌎 World Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Theme: Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works

🤱 National WIC Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Celebrating the important role of the WIC Program in supporting breastfeeding families across the United States.

Indigenous Milk Medicine Week (August 8–14)
Theme: We Keep the Fires Lit: Rising Through Milk Medicine

Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Breastfeeding Week (August 15–21)
Theme: Better Data, Better Care for AANHPI Families

Black Breastfeeding Week (August 25–31)
Theme: We All We Got

Semana de la Lactancia Latina (September 8–14)
Theme: Roots of Love: Breastfeeding with Pride and Power

Deaf & Hard of Hearing Breastfeeding Week (September 16–22)
Theme: Close the Gap, Strengthen the Bridge: Community, Care & Connection

Military Lactation Celebration
Honoring military families and advancing lactation support throughout military communities.

Workplace Lactation Week (September 1–7)
Theme: Work. Pump. Advance. Empowering the Modern Parent.

IndigenousMilkMedicineCollective (IMMC) is a grassroots organization dedicated to promoting Native first food experiences, healing, wellness, and equity in Indigenous milk practices.

We promote Indigenous Milk Medicine and uphold traditional teachings to increase visibility and cultural preservation.

IMMC is working on expanding lactation support, advancing food sovereignty, and advocating for Indigenous-led solutions through educational sessions, community organizing, fundraising, partnerships, and hosting the annual Indigenous Milk Medicine Week.

Supporting Native first food experiences, honoring traditional kinship practices, and promoting equity in Indigenous health practices is essential for reclaiming cultural sovereignty and ensures the well-being of Indigenous populations.

Learn more at : https://www.indigenousmilkmedicinecollective.org/milkmedicineweek

Birth By Queens - World Breastfeeding Week Celebration - Breastfeeding In The World's Borough

Welcome to our World Breastfeeding Week Celebration - Breastfeeding In The World's Borough!

We are excited to invite all pregnant families to this amazing event to discuss the importance of breastfeeding for the baby, parent, and community.  Medicaid families residing in Queens will be given preference for this event.

Event organized by International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Charline Mitchell - Birth By Queens Birth and Wellness Center 

Added Bonuses

Register for a Queens Public Library Card - Access To Free Programs (proof of your identity and proof of your New York State address)

Meet New  parents

Pregnancy games

Prenatal Breastfeeding Information session

Library Card registration (Most bring photo ID and proof of address with you)

Learn about QPL library resources for pregnant and postpartum families 

Light dinner will be served. Thank you to our dinner sponsor Molina. 

To learn more about the requirements to obtain a library card please visit: https://www.queenslibrary.org/verifying-identity

Birth By Queens Foundation Inc. 

Birth By Queens - National Breastfeeding Month 2026 - A World Of Virtual Support

RISE: Resilience • Interdependence • Self-Determination • Empowerment

Every August, communities across the United States come together to celebrate National Breastfeeding Month (NBM), an annual campaign led by the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee (USBC). Established in 2011, National Breastfeeding Month raises awareness about the importance of breastfeeding and advocates for the policy, systems, and environmental changes needed to ensure every family has access to the support they deserve.

This year we celebrate with our virtual offering of support for families every Wednesday at 5 pm for pregnant families and 7 pm for postpartum families. Join is to create a plan that last beyond national breastfeeding month. Please note the following celebrations in honor of breastfeeding below:

🇺🇸 National Breastfeeding Month
Theme: RISE: Resilience, Interdependence, Self-Determination, Empowerment

🌎 World Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Theme: Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works

🤱 National WIC Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Celebrating the important role of the WIC Program in supporting breastfeeding families across the United States.

Indigenous Milk Medicine Week (August 8–14)
Theme: We Keep the Fires Lit: Rising Through Milk Medicine

Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Breastfeeding Week (August 15–21)
Theme: Better Data, Better Care for AANHPI Families

Black Breastfeeding Week (August 25–31)
Theme: We All We Got

Semana de la Lactancia Latina (September 8–14)
Theme: Roots of Love: Breastfeeding with Pride and Power

Deaf & Hard of Hearing Breastfeeding Week (September 16–22)
Theme: Close the Gap, Strengthen the Bridge: Community, Care & Connection

Military Lactation Celebration
Honoring military families and advancing lactation support throughout military communities.

Workplace Lactation Week (September 1–7)
Theme: Work. Pump. Advance. Empowering the Modern Parent.

Join the movement of care. 

Birth By Queens Foundation Inc. 

Welcome to The Birth By Queens Experience 

Are you currently pregnant and interested to learn more about what Birth By Queens Birth and Wellness Center    is building?

We have partnered with another Queens Business to bring the vision to you. Enjoy a day with us on August 6th from 11 am - 8 pm with roundtrip transportation included from Starbucks St. Albans located at the corner of Baisley Blvd/ Merrick Blvd.Come aboard the vision!  

Only 13 slots. You must stay for the duration of the event and complete survey on your experience. 

Attend Community Baby Shower

Breastfeeding Class

Raffle Prizes 

Lite Food

Community

Library Card Access

To learn more about the requirements to obtain a library card please visit: https://www.queenslibrary.org/verifying-identity

Birth By Queens Foundation Inc. 

Birth By Queens - National Breastfeeding Month 2026 - A World Of Virtual Support

RISE: Resilience • Interdependence • Self-Determination • Empowerment

Every August, communities across the United States come together to celebrate National Breastfeeding Month (NBM), an annual campaign led by the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee (USBC). Established in 2011, National Breastfeeding Month raises awareness about the importance of breastfeeding and advocates for the policy, systems, and environmental changes needed to ensure every family has access to the support they deserve.

​

This year we celebrate with our virtual offering of support for families every Wednesday at 5 pm for pregnant families and 7 pm for postpartum families. Join is to create a plan that last beyond national breastfeeding month. Please note the following celebrations in honor of breastfeeding below:

🇺🇸 National Breastfeeding Month
Theme: RISE: Resilience, Interdependence, Self-Determination, Empowerment

🌎 World Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Theme: Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works

🤱 National WIC Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Celebrating the important role of the WIC Program in supporting breastfeeding families across the United States.

Indigenous Milk Medicine Week (August 8–14)
Theme: We Keep the Fires Lit: Rising Through Milk Medicine

Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Breastfeeding Week (August 15–21)
Theme: Better Data, Better Care for AANHPI Families

Black Breastfeeding Week (August 25–31)
Theme: We All We Got

Semana de la Lactancia Latina (September 8–14)
Theme: Roots of Love: Breastfeeding with Pride and Power

Deaf & Hard of Hearing Breastfeeding Week (September 16–22)
Theme: Close the Gap, Strengthen the Bridge: Community, Care & Connection

Military Lactation Celebration
Honoring military families and advancing lactation support throughout military communities.

Workplace Lactation Week (September 1–7)
Theme: Work. Pump. Advance. Empowering the Modern Parent.

Join the movement of care. 

Birth By Queens Foundation Inc. 

Did you know many neighborhoods in Queens are book desserts? This is driving force behind the reason we include the importance of literacy in everything we do. Join us for our monthly Book Buddies meeting every first Saturday of the month. Please note during inclement weather our session will be virtual.

• Meet New Children & Parents

• Interactive Read Along

• Improve Socialization Skills

• Social Emotional Learning Enrichment

A weekly virtual drop-in support group for expecting and postpartum parents to learn about different feeding methods, create feeding plans, and get baby off to a great start before, during, and after birth.

*Link will open up registration for Zoom session.

A weekly virtual drop-in support group for expecting and postpartum parents to learn about different feeding methods, create feeding plans, and get baby off to a great start before, during, and after birth.

*Link will open up registration for Zoom session.

A weekly virtual drop-in support group for expecting and postpartum parents to learn about different feeding methods, create feeding plans, and get baby off to a great start before, during, and after birth.

*Link will open up registration for Zoom session.

A weekly virtual drop-in support group for expecting and postpartum parents to learn about different feeding methods, create feeding plans, and get baby off to a great start before, during, and after birth.

*Link will open up registration for Zoom session.

Did you know many neighborhoods in Queens are book desserts? This is driving force behind the reason we include the importance of literacy in everything we do. Join us for our monthly Book Buddies meeting every first Saturday of the month. Please note during inclement weather our session will be virtual.

• Meet New Children & Parents

• Interactive Read Along

• Improve Socialization Skills

• Social Emotional Learning Enrichment