Universal School Meals (USM) is a crucial topic that addresses the need for providing free, nutritious meals to all students in schools. The initiative aims to tackle food insecurity, promote healthy eating habits, and create an equal opportunity for every child to thrive in their education. Recent events have shed light on the disparities in access to school meals, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the urgency of implementing universal school meal programs.
Petitions under this topic focus on advocating for legislation that guarantees free meals for all students, regardless of their socio-economic background. One petition, which has gained widespread support, underscores the impact of hunger on academic performance and calls for the expansion of universal school meal programs nationwide. Another petition highlights the importance of reducing food waste in schools and promoting sustainable meal options for students.
Join the movement to support Universal School Meals and ensure that no child goes hungry at school. Your involvement can make a significant difference in creating a healthier and more equitable learning environment for all students.
I wouldn’t have had success breastfeeding my baby without lactation consultant services, nor would I have caught a clogged milk duct that could have resulted in serious illness. Breastfeeding and overall lactation care is crucial health care.
This is affecting so many Mississippi families. Most teachers firemen and police officers have Blue Cross Blue Shield as insurance. Blue Cross Blue Shield does not cover out of Hospital lactation services. It may not seem like a huge deal but most in Hospital lactation Consultants don't have the vast knowledge pass day four or five after baby is born. As a international board certified lactation consultant I deal with extremely complex issues with moms and or babies. I also take the time to spend over 90 minutes watching a baby feed and and helping with any major difficulties the baby or mom is having. This also has affected my business. 80% of my clientele with Blue Cross Blue shield. And without them paying for visits I will potentially have to close my doors.
To the decision makers at BCBS, I urge you to reconsider coverage for lactation support. Lactation support in the hospital is simply not enough to have a successful breastfeeding journey for most moms. If none of you have breastfed before, I know it’s hard to understand why would we need this care but, trust me, as a professional engineer mom, who overanalyzes every purchase, this is one I’d make without question. My daughter was having issues with her lips turning blue while nursing and my LC was able to identify a lip tie that no one in the hospital saw. I was super fortunate to have this service. This is the most vulnerable time in a woman’s life and we need all the help we can get.