Benefits of Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding saves lives. Breastfed babies have lower risks of respiratory illness, SIDS, and obesity, while mothers benefit from reduced risks of breast and ovarian cancers. Breastfeeding also strengthens bonding, boosts immunity, and supports lifelong health. Please join us for a Community Breastfeeding Support Session hosted by Palav! Our diverse expert panel includes community lactation specialists, pediatricians, neonatologists, integrated medicine specialists, and experienced mothers, with a live Q&A for all attendees.

Learn About:

• Key health benefits for mothers and babies
• Tips for successful breastfeeding
• Local resources and support
• How we can build a baby-friendly Michigan together

Palav was founded in 2010 after our founder, a neonatologist practicing in the U.S., visited a public hospital in India and was confronted with a heartbreaking reality: 50 critically ill newborns being cared for with just one ventilator and one blood pressure monitor. Deeply moved, he and his wife used their personal savings to send a ventilator to India - the first of many. What began as a single act of compassion grew into a global nonprofit committed to improving neonatal care in underserved regions. Today, Palav builds NICU capacity by donating life-saving equipment, training local healthcare providers, and creating sustainable systems to support newborns and their families. With over 50 NICUs supported, 7 Rotary projects implemented, and partnerships across India, Africa, and Latin America, Palav is on a mission to create 1,000 NICU beds and save 1 million babies over the next 20 years. "Palav" means new beginning - and that's what we aim to give each child we serve.