The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is marking this as Black Breastfeeding Week. It says it’s partnered with the Black Mothers’ Breastfeeding Association to promote the positive effects breastfeeding has on infant health and reducing infant mortality rates. It’s part of the department’s ongoing effort to eliminate health disparities among Michigan’s population. The state health department says breastfeeding is better for babies in that it leads to easy digestion, production of antibodies, and reduced risk of infections and childhood obesity. It’s teaming up with the Black Mothers’ Breastfeeding Association at several events this week. They include a screening of Chocolate Milk: The Documentary at the Library of Michigan in Lansing on Tuesday, and a Twitter chat on Wednesday. The Berrien County Health Department also has more information on the benefits of breastfeeding.
