The National Breastfeeding Association members are pictured, from left: Ann Forbes-Treasurer; Dr. Lillian Jones-2nd Vice President; Trineka McCardy-President; Linelle Thompson-Education & Research Chair; Ampusan Symonette-Vice President; Kelly Farquharson-Assistant Chaplain.  (BIS Photos/Mark Ford)

NASSAU, The Bahamas -- k has promotThe Bahamas National Breastfeeding Association in conjunction with the Ministry of Health & Wellness kicked off its National Breastfeeding Week, August 2, in an effort to celebrate the importance of breastfeeding to recent mothers who have given birth, and soon-to-be mothers.  Themed, 'The Big Latch On,' the weeed proper feeding and healthcare for mother and child. The week's events, August 1-7: Educational Lecture for mothers on the importance of breastfeeding on Friday, August 2nd; Church Service on Sunday, August 4th; and a Fun, Run, Walk-a-thon on Monday morning, August 5th.