A NON-PROFIT, COMMUNITY-BASED CENTER

The Breastfeeding
Resource Center (BRC)
is a nonprofit corporation
committed to providing
expert clinical and educational breastfeeding services. BRC is a 501(c)(3) corporation eligible for tax-deductible donations.

BRC Updates

December 2011 - The Montgomery County Women's Journal

BRC Director, Colette Acker was highlighted in this month's journal.  It was nice to have an article that needed to be geared to all ages instead of women of child bearing age.  It takes a village to raise a baby, so all ages need to learn the importance of breastfeeding!

December 2011 - The BRC ends the year with a bang!

The BRC relies on grant funding and donations to keep its programs going.  We were so excited to recieve two grants this month.  The first was from the Cascade Foundation in the amount of $15,000 and the second was from Green Tree Health Foundation for $5,000.  Both were for general operating expenses.  The BRC also set up an account to accept stocks as donations.  Curt Parnes, MD and his wife, Susan were our first stock donors.  The BRC sold it for $14, 860!  Dr. Parnes has been the BRC president for years and is a local pediatrician.  We're so thankful that he and his wife value breastfeeding and the work the BRC does in the community!

October 2011 - Keeping Abreast conference at Abington Memorial Hospital

The BRC manned a table at this fabulous conference.  The BRC never misses a moment to spread the word of its hard work.  Colette and Janice also took this time to attend the conference to be sure they're "keeping abreast" of all that is new and important in the field.  Since Abington Hospital is directly across from our new office, 15 members of the conference took a field trip across the street to check out our facilities!

October 2011 - CHOP National Children's Study Health Fair

Did you know breastfeeding is a baby's first step to reducing their risk of obesity?  The BRC was asked to participate in this health fair which showed families the benefits of a healthy diet and exersise!

Janice and her son!

September 2011 - Colette and Janice head to Massachusetts!

The BRC IBCLCs were off to Massachusetts to learn more about Biological Nurturing and Laid Back Breastfeeding.  These methods were presented by Suzanne Colson.  To learn more about it, click here!

Janice McPhelin, Suzanne Colson, and Colette Acker

September 2011 - Director quoted in babytalk magazine

Colette was quoted in the "Booby Traps" article in the August issue of babytalk magazine.  Read the whole article for some good advice!

August 2011 - Happy World Breastfeeding Week from the BRC!

The BRC held a World Breastfeeding Week celebration on August 7th.  Click here to see all that went on!  Don't forget our big fundraiser in October!  See you all at the BRC Fall Bash!

July 2011 - BRC Director's article is published in local guide!

Colette Acker was asked to submit an article for possible publication by the Expectant Mothers Guide to Philadelphia.  Her submission was chosen!  Click here to read it!

June 2011 - The BRC Director, Colette Acker speaks at a conference!

Colette spoke at the Food Matters conference held at Thomas Jefferson Hospital.  This is a clinical education and advocacy training for healthcare professionals.  The program was developed by Healthcare Without Harm and their goal is to increase awareness surrounding our current industrialized food system and its affect on our health.  Go to www.noharm.org to learn more.

April 2011 - What do you do when you win 800 bras from the Bravado Breastfeeding Hero Contest? 

You throw a bra sorting party!  BRC volunteers gathered for two days to sort the bras by size and place them in organized bins.  Take a moment to view these great pictures.  If you're looking for volunteer opportunities at the BRC, give us a call!
                                                                    

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The BRC Open House was a huge success!  Check out all the pictures from the evening!

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February 2011 - BRC Director works to continue to make a positive change!

Colette Acker attended WOMEN’S WAY’s Women & Influence Conference which is a free public forum that allows women to come together to focus and voice their opinions on issues of importance to women, girls, and their families in our region.

This year's conference, Community Voices: Taking Action for Women and Girls, will provide the tools, skills, knowledge, and resources to enable individuals and nonprofits to participate in and lead grassroots advocacy efforts to create meaningful, positive change in our communities. By educating ourselves to enhance our community outreach work, together we become a stronger voice for women. 

January 2011 - Board of Directors Annual Retreat

Each January the BRC Board of Directos and the Executive Director meet to brainstorm about the vision for the future of the organization and steps needed to take to meet those goals.  This year the retreat was facilitated by Ann Deinhardt.  She kept the group focused and helped us to tone down our dreams and hopes to 4 major goals!  Click on a picture below to view the photo gallery.  Enjoy!

January, 2011 - World Breastfeeding Week

The BRC participates in all ways possible to assist women in meeting their breastfeeding goals and educating healthcare professionals and the community on the importance of breastfeeding.  Here, our director, Colette and director of development, Janice accept their award for participating in the PRO-LC World Breastfeeding Week contest!

January, 2011 - Board of Directors Meet and Greet

The BRC's fiscal year ends on December 31.  This is also a time when some board members are ready to step down from the years of service to the BRC.  It's also a time where the new voted board members start their committement.  Leaving the board this year are Rachelle Lessen, Claire Hays, Andrea Judge, Frank Lucard, Maya Sosnov, and Bronwen Henry.  We thank them for their help over the years.  We have five fabulous women joining us.  They include Leslie Olk, Erica Delaney, Amy D'Amico, Kelly Galardi, and Ann St. Claire.  Thank you for joining us!

January, 2011 - Happy New Year! 

The BRC is so excited about its new space.  The response has been nothing but positive!  Our support group meetings have been well attended.  Fourteen moms joined together to chit chat, learn from eachother, and of course complain a little!  So many cuties, we couldn't decide who to photograph!!

December, 2010 - BRC has it's first support group meeting at the new location!

The BRC staff and board members did an amazing job to get the new office opened in a timely manner.  We thought we may delay support group meetings until the new year, but moms kept asking for them!  So, at the last minute we announced the meeting and 10 moms attended!  Everyone agreed the new place is beautiful!

December, 2010 - BRC Moves to a New Location

The BRC was growing out of its space as the number of mothers coming to see us has increased greatly and more programs are developed.  Our new location has more spacious consult rooms to make it as comfortable for mom and baby.  BRC staff and board members worked hard to pack up on Friday, December 10th and the movers came on Saturday.  We worked hard to organize as much as possible so moms and babies can come in Monday morning!

 

VOUNTEERS NEEDED!

Give back to your community in a meaningful and fun way!

The Fundraising Committee of the BRC is looking for volunteers to help support its program of fundraising events! We have lots of jobs – big and little- but all important to support the BRC in its mission. All levels of commitment and skill sets are welcome!

If you have a background in fundraising or event planning, you could be a real asset to our team! Please contact jen_brc@comcast.net to find out how you can give back to the BRC!