We talk about the work that goes into family caregiving with advocates from Wisconsin caregiving groups. Then, we talk with a nutritionist about the current research and how the pandemic has affected breastfeeding.
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How family caregiving affects workforce participation
Almost two-thirds of Wisconsin’s 1.2 million caregivers work a full-time or part-time job in addition to taking care of a loved one. We talk with advocates about the effect of family caregiving on the state’s workforce.
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Breastfeeding parents face new challenges
Breastfeeding has been proven to be the best way to provide nutrition to newborns while also helping them grow strong immune systems. But it’s a lot of work and can be a challenge for many mothers. We talk with a nutritionist about the current research and how the pandemic has affected breastfeeding.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Clara Neupert Producer
- Steven Potter Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
- Lisa Schneider Guest
- Janet Zander Guest
- Beth Olson Guest
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