Breastfeeding Support

Support for You and Your Baby

Questions about breastfeeding, or want tips from our lactation support team? Our virtual breastfeeding support group meets monthly.

Course Descriptions

Monthly Breastfeeding Support Group

Join us virtually with your little one for hands-on practice, advice, support and education. Support person is encouraged to attend. The group meets virtually on the first Saturday of every month from 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

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 virtually on the third Saturday of every month from 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

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. The group meets virtually bimonthly on the fourth Saturday of every month from 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Contact Information

Salimah N. Turner, LCSW, CLC

Those interested can email [email protected]. I will follow up by sending the sign-up information. Courses and the support group will take place using MS Teams.

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