Section Membership is open to the following Member types: 

  • Associate Members
  • Candidate Members
  • Corresponding Fellows
  • Fellows
  • Fellowship Trainees
  • Honorary Fellows
  • International Members
  • Medical Students
  • National Affiliates
  • Residents
  • Senior Members 

  • Specialty Fellow

Dues/year:

Medical Students - $5*
Residents - $10*
All other National member types - $35*
Section Affiliates - $0  

* In addition to national dues

Special Requirements: National AAP members who are interested in some aspect of breastfeeding practice or study and who are willing to contribute to the objectives of the section

National Affiliates must submit a Curriculum Vitae to demonstrate they are actively involved in some aspect of breastfeeding practice, either in direct patient care, education, or research.   

Section Affiliate Membership

AAP Chapter Staff who are employed by a state Chapter and are actively engaged in supporting pediatric practice, advocacy, education, or operations. Eligible applicants must demonstrate a professional role that contributes meaningfully to the mission and activities of the Section on Breastfeeding.

Applicants must agree to:

    • Use their official Chapter email address for all group-related communications.
    • Respect the confidentiality of group discussions and communications where appropriate
    • Not promote their Chapter via Section activities

Applicants must submit:

    • CV/Resume or Proof of Chapter employment

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