Employers, child care providers and physicians make a critical difference in whether a working mother continues to breastfeed her infant. Having a terrific support system benefits our babies!

On August 2, 2011, the Breastfeeding Coalition of Ventura County presented the 2011 Breastfeeding Friendly Awards at the Ventura County Board of Supervisors Meeting. The award recipients are organizations that were nominated by members of the community for their support of breastfeeding mothers and babies. The annual event, which is held during World Breastfeeding Week, included a celebratory walk and picnic.

Is there an organization, physician or child care provider you think should be recognized? Consider nominating them for a BCVC Breastfeeding Friendly Award! Nominations open in May each year!

2011 Breastfeeding Friendly Award Winners

Large Business (over 50 employees)
Amgen, Thousand Oaks

Small Business (less than 50 employees)
Sierra Vista Family Medical Clinic, Simi Valley

Non-Profit Organization
Oxnard Community College, Oxnard

Health Care Provider
Dr. Patricia Auchard, MD, IBCLC, Ventura

Additional Nominees:
Dr. Christopher White, MD, Ventura
Dr. Margaret Peterson, MD, Ventura
Star, Inc.
Community Memorial Hospital, Ventura
WIC
CMH New Parent Resource Center, Ventura
Child Development Resources of Ventura County

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2240 E. Gonzales Rd. Ste. 280
Oxnard CA 93036
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Para información en español sobre la lactancia por favor llame a:

Marisa Montgomery
(805) 655-6066