Breastfeeding Support

Support for You and Your Baby

Questions about breastfeeding, or want tips from our lactation support team? A variety of programs are available for you and your family.

Course Descriptions

Monthly Breastfeeding / Chestfeeding Support Group

Join us with your little one for hands-on practice, advice, support and education. Support person is encouraged to attend. The group meets on the first Saturday of every month from 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Registration is required. Those interested can email Salimah N. Turner, LCSW, CLC at [email protected].

Prenatal Breastfeeding / Chestfeeding Class

Learn breastfeeding / chestfeeding techniques, get answers to commonly asked questions and information on the benefits of breastfeeding / chestfeeding for parent and baby. Support person is encouraged to attend. The group meets on the third Saturday of every month from 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Registration is required. Those interested can email Salimah N. Turner, LCSW, CLC at [email protected].

Baby Care 101

This class is for any parent needing a crash course on how to care for infants. It includes diapering, swaddling and other comfort techniques. We also discuss what to expect from your newborn baby, sleep and awake patterns, ways to comfort a crying baby and more. Registration is required. Those interested can email Salimah N. Turner, LCSW, CLC at [email protected].

Bodyfeeding Basics

Learn about bodyfeeding techniques, answers to commonly asked questions, and the benefits of bodyfeeding. The group meets on the first and third Thursday of every month from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Registration is required. Those interested can email Tanesha Gunn CCBE, CPES, CLD, CLC at [email protected].

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