Black Fathers in Breastfeeding Support
A comprehensive training program designed to help healthcare professionals understand the cultural, systemic, and psychosocial barriers that impact father involvement—and how to actively change the narrative.
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Course Overview
This comprehensive training program is designed for healthcare professionals, lactation consultants, and community health workers who want to better engage and support Black fathers in breastfeeding initiatives.
Cultural Competency
Understand the cultural and historical factors that influence Black fathers' involvement in breastfeeding support.
Practical Strategies
Learn evidence-based approaches to actively engage fathers in breastfeeding education and support.
Systemic Barriers
Identify systemic barriers and biases that impact father involvement in healthcare settings.
Community Engagement
Develop strategies to build community-centered approaches that empower Black fathers.
What You'll Learn
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How psychosocial barriers impact breastfeeding and why Black fathers face unique challenges in engaging with lactation support
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The role of cultural norms, masculinity, and medical distrust in shaping father involvement
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Strategies for recognizing and overcoming provider biases that reinforce father exclusion
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Practical ways to engage fathers in breastfeeding education and support
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How to help fathers navigate family influence and cultural expectations while supporting breastfeeding
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Real-world case studies and guided reflection exercises to apply what you've learned
Ready to Transform Your Practice?
Join us in creating more inclusive, father-friendly breastfeeding support systems that improve outcomes for all families.
Enroll Today