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Pump In Style
new bag design
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The Medela Pump In Style Advanced On-the-go Tote has a new design that features extra storage. The updated design is based on feedback from pumping moms. New outer pockets keep breastmilk bottles secure. Plus an easy-access pocket allows for quick storage for tubing. As always, the bag is stylish and easy to clean!
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Boppy introduces
swaddle blankets
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These new, cozy swaddling blankets come in charming prints. They will keep your baby wrapped in the soft warmth of organic cotton flannel. Each blanket measures 36" x 36". 100% organic cotton flannel.
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This stackable toy
is green and fun
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Eight whimsically colored nesting pieces stack easily from large to small, while also allowing little builders to use their imagination and stack in any order. Most importantly, the Green Toys Stacker is safe. Its unique design has no center post. This Stacker is made in the USA from 100% recycled plastic milk containers with no BPA, PVC, phthalates, or external coatings. For ages 6 months and up. Check out our selection of other Green Toys, too!
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Babies love books!
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We have a great selection of books for your little one! From classics such as The Runaway Bunny and The Very Hungry Caterpillar to newer favorites like Peek-A-Who? and Bright Baby books.
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New Agoo
Bamboo Leggings
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Agoo Bamboo Leggings are made from eco-friendly 100% sustainable bamboo fibers. Amazingly soft and gentle on sensitive skin. Check out the fun prints, including animals and some really cute boy-friendly prints!
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Dolcino wrap
from Switzerland
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Dolcino wraps are made in Switzerland using 100% organic cotton and non-toxic dyes. The wrap is woven lengthwise and crosswise so that the material does not stretch - great for babywearing. Once you put your baby on, your baby will stay put and not become loose or start to become saggy. Designed for newborns up to 60 pounds! Simply machine wash in warm water.
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Win a gift certificate!
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Congrats to Liz Gianunzio! She won a $25 gift certificate by registering for our monthly drawing. Just stop by the front desk and and fill out a card. We'll enter you in the drawing. The gift certificate can be used for babyworks' purchases or MilkWorks' services.
Our gift certificates make the perfect baby shower or new baby gift!
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Greetings!
Celebrate our 10th Birthday! Stop by the first 10 days of February for our Milk and Cookies Open House - and our Birthday Sale at babyworks!
MilkWorks opened our doors ten years ago this month shortly
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after the US Surgeon General issued a Breastfeeding Blueprint for Action calling for community support for breastfeeding mothers. Seven Lincoln women took this document to heart and decided that if mothers were going to be encouraged to breastfeed, they needed to have a good support system once they left the hospital.
MilkWorks was developed as a free standing, non-profit organization (we are not affiliated with any hospital or doctor's office) so we could serve all women and grow and develop based upon the needs of Lincoln families.
It is hard to believe that our first babies are now 10 years old!
We started out in 1,000 square feet and saw 100 mothers for consultations in the first year. Over the past 10 years we have expanded our space 4 times and now provide lactation care to approximately a thousand mothers a year. We have done this without monthly fundraising letters and without insurance reimbursement for lactation consultants - a true testimony to the grass roots efforts, dedication and passion of our staff.
Until we opened our doors, breastfeeding support in our community was minimal.
Ten years later, we are proud to say that there is much more lactation help available to moms. We hope that we have influenced this. There should be many places that mothers can get help. Everyone needs to know about breastfeeding and mothers need to receive support from many sources. One organization that has worked hard for over half a century to keep breastfeeding alive is La Leche League, a mother to mother support group. As we stop to honor women who have made it possible for all of us, it is fitting that we pay tribute to La Leche League.
The US Surgeon General released a new Call to Action to Support Breastfeeding in late January. We are pleased to report that  images from MilkWorks are included in the report. A photo of our own Suzy Meyers helping a mom was the first image projected on the screen at the web cast of the national press conference. This is a great way for us to step into the next decade of helping moms.
Stop by and say hello during our Open House February 1 - 10. We will have fresh cookies and milk (the cow kind!), special markdowns and a 15% sale at babyworks, and daily drawings for a gift certificate. Plus you can vote for the winner(s) of our 10th birthday t-shirt contest!
As always, we appreciate your support. It allows us to continue to help the next mom who walks through our doors.
Stay tuned for more celebrations - and thank you for ten years!
Ann
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| Who are the Founders of MilkWorks? |
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The Seven Women who launched MilkWorks, February 2001
From left: Jill Tice, Melissa Folsom, Marsha Dvorak, Dr. Kathy Leeper, Ann Seacrest, Kaye Lidolph, Sandy Kelley
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What's brand new at babyworks?
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AppleCheeks Reusable Diapers!
Moms, you asked for them - and we responded! You can now find AppleCheeks unique envelope design cloth diapers in Lincoln - right here at babyworks! This diaper does not require "unstuffing." No need to pull out a soiled insert - it will come out in the wash. (Dads especially like this feature!) The diaper comes in eight colors and two sizes: 7-20 lbs and 18-40 lbs. Stop by and we'll show you how they work. We think you'll like them! Check out AppleCheeks' breastfeeding blog on: http://blog.applecheeks.com/posts/category/breastfeeding
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February 1 - 10
Save 15%*
at babyworks.
As a birthday special, our spring markdowns will qualify for the 15% discount - double the bargain! (*Because we are unable to discount our Petunia Pickle Bottom diaper bags, Beco baby carriers, or Medela pumps, each of these products will qualify for a special gift.)
Are there products you'd like to see us carry? Drop us an email!
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| babyworks is an on-going fundraiser for MilkWorks. It supports our educational and clinical services, and allows us to be a community breastfeeding center. Thank you for buying gifts and baby supplies. Your purchases support MilkWorks and breastfeeding. |
Be our 10th Birthday Baby Model!
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 Erica from Images for a Lifetime is back this year to do another fabulous photo shoot of all your adorable babies (and their moms and dads)! You and your baby model our stuff (clothes, toys, slings, shoes). We get to use your photos on our web site and promotional materials. Kids love seeing their photos in public. (So do grandmas!) When? February 19th and 20th Call 423-6402 to sign up for a time. This is a very fun event!!!
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Breastfeeding and the State of Nebraska
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Breastfeeding was a lively topic of discussion before the Judiciary Committee at the state capitol on January 26th.  State Senator Annette Dubas, of Fullerton, has introduced Legislative Bill 197, which simply says a mother "may breast-feed her child in any public or private location where the mother is otherwise authorized to be." Similar measures have been introduced in Nebraska since 2005 but have failed to advance from committee. Nebraska is one of only two states that has not passed legislation to protect a breastfeeding mother. According to Senator Dubas, "In 2011 it is pretty ridiculous that we are having this discussion, but it's important that we have it. We are still talking about the most natural thing in the world - mothers taking care of their babies."  LB 197 is one of 4 measures that have been identified by the Nebraska Medical Association as part of their goal to reduce the rates of childhood obesity in Nebraska. What can you do to help? Email or write your state Senator and encourage their support! We'll also keep you posted on the outcome.
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Want to get involved?
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Attend a meeting of the Nebraska Breastfeeding Coalition!
 The Nebraska Breastfeeding Coalition is a network of individuals and organizations dedicated to improving the health of Nebraskans by making breastfeeding the norm through education, advocacy and collaboration.
Their next quarterly meeting is Tuesday, February 22nd, from 10 am - noon at the Lincoln Lancaster County Health Department at 3140 N St. The meeting is open to anyone interested in their mission.
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| Breastfeeding in the Comics | |
For a breastfeeding laugh, check out: http://www.arcamax.com/babyblues/s-824899-666021
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| Parent Information Center | |
Every new parent has questions about breastfeeding. Unfortunately sometimes those questions come in the middle of the night. Just when you misplaced your breastfeeding book or the dog decided it was his favorite chew toy! Who can you trust when everyone else is asleep? You can always google HELP! But who knows where that help is coming from?
MilkWorks to the rescue! We have dozens of informational handouts on our web site. Most of the handouts have been developed by Dr. Leeper, our breastfeeding medicine specialist, and our Lactation Consultants, based upon our ten years of practice at MilkWorks. The rest come from other reputable sources. Our Parent Information Center is designed to tide you over until you can call MilkWorks - or come in to see us. We also have a hard copy of the handouts next to the weigh station in our front lobby.
Who answers the phone when you call MilkWorks to ask a question? One of our trusty Breastfeeding Educators (BEs). They are all very
knowledgeable about basic breastfeeding information and have all breastfed their own children. Unfortunately, they are not able to problem solve complex breastfeeding concerns and will refer you to one of our Lactation Consultants if this is what you need. Why? They are educators, not clinicians. Plus, we want to make sure that you get help that meets your unique needs. Sometimes a bit of information is just not enough to fix what is going on.
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Want to spend more time at MilkWorks?
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Think about joining our MilkCorps and be a volunteer at MilkWorks. We have jobs that you can do here at MilkWorks and also in your own home. Email milkworks@windstream.net.
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Don't forget!
MilkWorks Open House
February 1st-10th
Join us for milk and cookies!
The Staff at MilkWorks, your community breastfeeding center!
Visit our website, www.milkworks.org, or become a fan on Facebook to keep up-to-date on the newest products and events.
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