Michigan is committed to encouraging a strong foundation for life by supporting breastfeeding as not only a lifestyle choice, but an essential public health priority. As part of this effort, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer declared August 2025 as Breastfeeding Month.

“Breastfeeding can be beneficial to both babies and parents and protect babies against allergies, sickness and many diseases,” said Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, chief medical executive. “We recognize that not all parents are able to breastfeed, and in those cases we offer resources to ensure that the nutritional needs of infants are met, and that parents feel supported. Michigan is committed to helping breastfeeding parents reach their goals through community-based support including doulas, lactation consultants and peer counselors.”

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