At Ardo, we’re proud to support Black Breastfeeding Week 2025 (25–31 August). Now in its 14th year, the week was co-founded by Kimberly Seals Allers, Kiddada Greenand Anayah Sangodele-Ayoka to highlight the unique barriers Black families face when it comes to breastfeeding, and to celebrate the resilience and success stories that too often go untold.
This year’s theme, “Boots on the Ground: Rooted in Breastfeeding Success, Grounded in Community Support,” calls us to focus on real-world change – from representation and education to peer support and advocacy.
That’s why we’re collaborating with Boobingit on a series of Instagram Live events designed to inform, inspire, and empower.
Our Instagram Live Line-up
- Breastfeeding with Confidence: Guidance from Danielle Facey – Danielle, known as The Breastfeeding Mentor, is an author, speaker and breastfeeding counsellor. She will share her expert guidance for building confidence in breastfeeding, drawing on her professional experience and her brand-new book ‘The Breastfeeding Survival Guide’.
- Why Representation in Breastfeeding Matters: Insights from Liz Morana – As the founder of Mumba Bra, Liz was inspired by her own tough breastfeeding journey to create a line of revolutionary breastfeeding bras. Liz will discuss the importance of visibility and representation in breastfeeding, and how through advocacy and good support, we can help break down barriers for black mothers.
- Healing Through Breastfeeding: Danielle McKenzie’s Story of Empowerment – Danielle is a mama of three – including twin girls! She is also a breastfeeding supporter with The Breastfeeding Network. She will share her personal journey of struggle and healing, and how breastfeeding became a source of empowerment for her.
- The Power of Community: A Conversation with Black Breastfeeding Week Co-Founder Kimberly Seals Allers – Kimberly is an award winning writer and author and maternal health advocate with a deep commitment to improving the experiences and outcomes for Black mothers and babies. Find out what she has to say about this year’s Black Breastfeeding Week. You can support the efforts of Black Breastfeeding Week by donating here.
How to Take Part
Follow @boobingit and @ardomums_uk on Instagram and join the conversations live across the week.
Alongside these events, we’ll also be sharing incredible breastfeeding stories from Black parents on the Ardo Parent Hub. These stories highlight the unique challenges, triumphs, and experiences of families in our community, and show the power of support and persistence.
By shining a light on these powerful voices, we hope to inspire and support more families in their breastfeeding journeys. Because when parents feel seen, supported, and celebrated, we all move closer to a future where breastfeeding success is possible for everyone.
