Story Behind the Curve
June-August 2018 A group of individuals looking to normalize and encourage breastfeeding in the workplace begain meeting. The focus area for this pilot initative is Oberlin, Ohio. Throughout the summer, Jenn and Kat wookred together to identify workplaces, individuals, and advocate for Oberlin and surround areas. The Lorain County Breastfeeding Support in the Workplace resource guide was created in collaboration between OberlinKids members, a parent volunteer, the Lorain County Breastfeeding Coilition, and was lead by Kat Bray of Lorain County Public Health.
Strategy
Ensure all children enter kindergarten healthy
Action Plan
Consistent message for educating parents on importance of screening, pregnancy care, breastfeeding, and smoking cessation. Identification of existing policies, environmental supports, and systems that promote and support a healthy child
Description
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A service delivery model where children and family needs are identified, they are education, referrals made, barriers addressed, and services received. |
Core Services/Supports
Lorain County Public Health
Health Impact Team
Partner Resources