Baby formula shortage highlights racial disparities
2 years, 6 months ago

Baby formula shortage highlights racial disparities

Associated Press  

— Capri Isidoro broke down in tears in the office of a lactation consultant. Now, with massive safety recall and supply disruptions causing formula shortages across the United States, she also can’t find the specific formula that helps with her baby’s gas pains. “We need formula for our kid, and where is this formula going to come from?” As parents across the United States struggle to find formula to feed their children, the pain is particularly acute among Black and Hispanic women. The Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses also says Hispanic and Black women classified as low wage workers have less access to lactation support in their workplaces. Andrea Freeman, author of the book “Skimmed: Breastfeeding, Race and Injustice,” said these mothers still aren’t getting the support they need when it comes to having the choice of whether to breastfeed or use formula.

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