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