Breastfeeding Advocacy
Advocacy for Lactation Services
Breastfeeding advocacy is about changing systems and creating policy advancement at the state and federal level so breastfeeding families have the support they deserve. Our goal is to create a culture where breastfeeding is not only encouraged, but fully supported for our tiniest Texans.
Advocacy Articles

New Medicaid Billing Codes for Lactation are Being Decided Let your voice be included in the decision.
The good news The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)Ā is creating new billing codes for lactation care starting in 2027. This is great! It means lactation [...]
Deaf Awareness Month: And Early Detection in Newborns
By Ali Weatherford There are thriving and proud Deaf communities around the world. While Deafness is not something that we wish or hope for ourselves or for [...]
2026 Best in Birth Austin Awards Finalists Announced
By Janet Jones Breastfeeding Success Is A Finalist In The Best In Birth Awards Voting Is Open Through September 7 Austin's birth community is something special. Between [...]

