San Antonio’s lactation centers are seeing a spike in calls and in women seeking to breastfeed as a result of the baby formula shortage.
Last week, the Biden administration invoked the Defense Production Act to increase baby formula manufacturing, prioritizing suppliers’ ingredients to go to baby formula manufacturers first, and on Sunday, about 75,000 pounds of baby formula was shipped Indiana from Switzerland for U.S. distribution. That’s enough to feed 9,000 babies and 18,000 toddlers for a week.
Many women don’t have the luxury to breastfeed, noted Bernal. Breastfeeding, she said, is not like a “faucet” you can turn on and off. “Breastfeeding is really hard,” she said. “Pumping takes so much. You’re restricted. … Not everybody has [enough money] to do that. … It’s a lot of pressure.” In San Antonio, a Latino-majority city where many families lack health insurance and work low-wage jobs, it can be difficult to find the time or resources to breastfeed. When a close friend told her she wasn’t producing enough milk, Peyton Acosta, mother of an infant, volunteered to act as a wet nurse and share some of her own milk.
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
These city offices and services will be closed this Memorial Day in San AntonioIn observance of Memorial Day, several city offices in San Antonio will stay closed for the day.
Read more »
These San Antonio schools are offering free breakfast and lunches this summerNo ID is required to receive free food and everyone ages 18 and younger is eligible, regardless of whether they are enrolled in a summer program.
Read more »
Wineries and vineyards near San Antonio you should visit this summerThe Texas Hill Country is one of the most popular wine regions in the U.S. Here is a list of local vineyards and wineries you can check out this summer.
Read more »
Downtown's Elsewhere Garden Bar buys 6 acres in Northeast San Antonio for second locationThe new spot will feature a 45-foot ferris wheel, a secret garden speakeasy and a greenhouse for weddings and events. SanAntonio SATX SanAntonioTX SanAntonioFood SanAntonioRestaurants ThingsToDoInSanAntonio
Read more »
New nightspot The Lucky Duck to open near downtown San Antonio May 24The spot boasts a two-story mural by local artist Scotch Willington, also known as Scotch! SanAntonio SanAntonioTX SATX SanAntonioBars SanAntonioNightlife ThingsToDoInSanAntonio
Read more »
San Antonio Spurs unveil new logos as the franchise prepares to celebrate its 50th seasonThe new secondary logos will be featured on team apparel and uniforms next season. SanAntonio SanAntonioTX SanAntonioTX NBA Spurs SanAntonioSpurs basketball
Read more »