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Lawmakers push for lactation consultants during Black Maternal Health Week

Lawmakers said Black women are up to seven times more likely to die giving birth in Connecticut.

John Craven

Apr 17, 2024, 5:22 PM

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Lawmakers made a call to action at the state Capitol on Wednesday to push for a new bill to expand access to lactation consultants.

In 2023, lawmakers created a new certification for "doulas," pregnancy guides who can advocate for patients.

They also approved free-standing "birthing centers."

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