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CHICO, CA (MPG) - Enloe Health has been named the 2026 Hospital of the Year Lactation Impact Award recipient by the California Breastfeeding Coalition, recognizing its efforts to expand access and support for lactating individuals.

The award highlights measurable contributions in workplace policies, education, advocacy and clinical care. Enloe Health will receive the honor May 9 at the Lactation Impact Awards Gala in Davis.

Enloe was also a finalist for the award in 2025.

“From comprehensive prenatal education to compassionate support during birth and postpartum and continuing with high quality outpatient lactation care after families go home, our team is committed to helping every parent feed their baby with confidence and connection,” said Jamie Bracewell, Enloe’s lactation program coordinator.

Bracewell said the program focuses on a continuum of care that supports families from pregnancy through the postpartum period.

Nancy Gagon, director of Enloe’s Mother and Baby Services, said the recognition reflects the team’s broader goals.

“This award reflects our team’s deep commitment to equity, visibility and care — and we’re grateful to be recognized by the California Breastfeeding Coalition,” Gagon said.

The California Breastfeeding Coalition, a nonprofit organization, works to increase access to lactation support and reduce barriers for families, particularly in underserved communities. The group focuses on advocacy, education and collaboration across the state.

“The Lactation Impact Awards were created to honor the leaders and organizations who are making lactation visible, supported, and celebrated in every space,” said Jasmine Pettis Marquez, executive director of the coalition. “We know that real change happens when lactation is woven into the fabric of our communities.”

The annual gala recognizes organizations and leaders working to improve lactation support and outcomes across California.