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Historical Research: The History of African American Breastfeeding in the United States

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: As a Black woman, mother, and Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) this paper has become my passion. I have practiced in the United States as a CNM in both private practice and academic setting for over 25 years. I have a broad background in women’s health, maternal/child health, and breastfeeding disparities. I have utilized my well-developed assessment, listening, and analytical skills to discern: African American women have a different and unique dialogue regarding breastfeeding, which requires special attention.

Source: Carolina Digital Repository (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill)

DOI: 10.17615/9asb-cf89

Authors: Giscombe, Cheryl Woods, Williams, Ronald, Devane-Johnson, Stephanie

Institution: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Language: English

Topic: Breastfeeding Practices and Influences

Subfield: Epidemiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Reduced inequalities

Open Access status: green

Funder: W.K. Kellogg Foundation