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First Food Network Virtual Collaborative Meeting
First Food Network
Virtual Collaborative Meeting
We are very excited to announce that we are hosting our First Food Network Collaborative Meeting this August 19, 2026 from 12:00pm to 2:00pm! We will be joined by two amazing speakers, Tanner Walsh, MD, MMM, IBCLC, FAAP, and Cristina Codario, MPH.
At the end of the meeting, we will be holding 30 minutes for an optional Office Hours. This time will be utilized for First Food Network and The Ten Steps to a Breastfeeding Friendly Facility questions, resources, and discussions. This time can also be utilized for facilities to discuss with others about resources and support.
Please email Shaley Christensen at info@paaap.org for registration link or more information!
Presenters:
Tanner Walsh, MD, MMM, IBCLC, FAAP
Presentation Title: The First 24 Hours: Setting the Stage for Successful Infant Feeding
Learning Objectives:
- Describe normal newborn feeding behaviors and the physiology of milk transfer during the first 24 hours after birth
- Interpret expected newborn weight loss and early weight gain using current evidence to guide clinical decision-making
- Apply family-centered counseling strategies to support informed infant feeding choices while promoting optimal infant nutrition and breastfeeding success
Cristina Codario, MPH
Presentation Title: Thriving PA WIC and Nutrition Advocacy Opportunities
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the Thriving PA campaign and the ongoing work of a statewide table around Perinatal and Children's Nutrition with a focus on WIC
- Explain our data work and policy recommendations to date
- Relate how the work ties to or impacts your field
- Identify opportunities to stay engaged with the work and impact policy in Harrisburg
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