Joannie Chang, Civil Rights Activist, dies at age 41

Joannie is someone I’ve never met, but I learned about her through a mutual friend. Her story has really touched me. She was so young, and pregnant with twins when she was diagnosed with stomach cancer. She gave birth to them last month and then lost her battle to the disease.

Joannie’s memorial will take place at the Kaiser Rooftop Garden on August 28th from 3-5pm. The garden is located at 300 Lakeside Drive,
Oakland, CA 94620. (There will be free parking in the attached garage, and easy access to the rooftop via elevator in the garage). Donations are also welcome by the family and her two babies.

“So, for God’s sake, please breastfeed”

Really intriguing article on what is in breast milk.

Mourning a Loss, Celebrating 2 Lives

Tonight, I found out from a good friend of mine that her friend passed away. Her friend was pregnant with twins when she found out she had advanced cancer. She gave birth to two healthy babies but weeks later (just a few days ago), she sadly passed away. Her partner, the babies’ other mother, is now caring for their babies. I can’t imagine what the family is going through. I don’t know how she will explain to their babies what happened to their other mom. They are in my thoughts right now.

Celebrate Mother’s Day all Month Long

Lack of Breastfeeding Costs Lives and Billions of Dollars

http://www.cnn.com/2010/HEALTH/04/05/breastfeeding.costs/index.html?hpt=Sbin

The MAMA Campaign

Tell Obama that Certified Professional Midwives should be federally recognized as affordable, qualified caregivers!

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