OCO Breastfeeding, Chestfeeding, and Lactation Friendly NY

09/10/2026

Come armed with blankets, books to read or board games to play inside your forts!

Library staff will provide an extra-special snack for the kids – s’mores!
We’re going to do it the easy way with marshmallow fluff and chocolate spread

Registration is required so, please register to secure a spot before they all fill up.
To register please call 315-592-5159 or email [email protected].

09/08/2026

Aquí tienen información sobre nuestro próximo encuentro de lactancia para el mes de septiembre.

09/08/2026

🌸 **Breastfeeding Week / Semana de la Lactancia** 🌸

This week, we celebrate the beauty of breastfeeding and the many families who nourish, comfort, and connect with their babies. 💕🌿

Breastfeeding is more than feeding—it’s connection, culture, support, and community. Let’s continue creating welcoming spaces where every family feels **informed, respected, supported, and empowered** in their feeding journey.

Together, we can build stronger communities and a stronger culture of breastfeeding. 🌻🤱

09/04/2026

🌟 Celebrating Workplace Lactation Week! 🌟
In honor of Workplace Lactation Week, we want to give a shoutout and heartfelt thank you to Champlain Commons, St. Luke Health Services, and the Pulaski Family Welcome Center!
Thank you for your dedication to supporting working parents by creating designated workplace lactation rooms right here in Oswego County. Your commitment helps foster a more supportive, inclusive, and healthy environment for families in our community!

09/03/2026

Here are our Breastfeeding Cafe's for the month of September Hope to see you there!

09/03/2026

Join us for Today's Breastfeeding Cafe at the Oswego Public Library. Hope to see you there!

09/02/2026

09/01/2026

💙 **Workplace Lactation Week** 💙

Supporting employees who breastfeed or pump at work isn’t just about providing a place to pump—it’s about creating a workplace where parents feel **respected, supported, and empowered** to reach their feeding goals.

A lactation-friendly workplace can make a meaningful difference by providing:

🍼 A private, comfortable space to express milk
⏰ Reasonable time to pump throughout the workday
🤝 Supportive policies and understanding from coworkers and supervisors
💙 A culture where breastfeeding and pumping are treated as a normal part of returning to work

When workplaces support lactating employees, **everyone benefits**—employees, families, employers, and communities.

This Workplace Lactation Week, let’s work together to create workplaces where **supporting families is simply part of supporting employees.**

08/28/2026

Save the date!!

Kimberly Seals Allers, Black Breastfeeding Week co-founder and founder of Irth is breaking down the national data and talking about where Black breastfeeding stands today!

"The State of Black Breastfeeding" digs into what's shaping our experience right now: maternal healthcare, lactation support, community resources, and the realities Black families are still living through.
We’re asking you to come listen and learn and then act!

Parents, advocates, birth workers, healthcare professionals, policymakers, community leaders we’ll see you virtually on Friday August 28th at 12 PM ET.

Click the link to register:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/_yxbzFWEShazoY67WElTtA

08/27/2026

🌸 Preparing for Breastfeeding Success Workshop 🌸

Are you expecting or preparing for your breastfeeding journey? Join us for a FREE workshop designed to help you feel informed, confident, and ready for success! 🤱💕

📅 October 9, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM–12:30 PM
📍 Oswego County Opportunities
10 George St., Oswego, NY

Hosted by the Oswego County Breastfeeding Coalition.

✨ Registration is required! Reserve your spot by scanning the QR code on the flyer or calling 315-802-1467.

We’d love to have you join us! 💛