Who do I call about breastfeeding?
1-800-994-9662
Do you have a women’s health question or trouble with breastfeeding? Call us anytime between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, at 1-800-994-9662 to talk with a health information specialist in English or Spanish.
Where can I get support for breastfeeding?
You can find a peer counselor through your local WIC nutrition program. Or visit womenshealth.gov/breastfeeding or call the National Breastfeeding Helpline at (800) 994-9662. A breastfeeding support group. This is a group of women who help and support each other with breastfeeding.
Are employers required to provide any support to breastfeeding mothers?
The federal Break Time for Nursing Mothers law requires employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) to provide basic accommodations for breastfeeding mothers at work. These accommodations include time for women to express milk and a private space that is not a bathroom each time they need to pump.
When can I get help with breastfeeding?
When to Get Extra Breastfeeding Help
- You Had Difficulty Breastfeeding Another Child.
- Your Breasts Didn’t Grow or Change During Pregnancy.
- You’ve Had Breast or Chest Surgery.
- Your Baby’s Birth Was Traumatic.
- Your Newborn Isn’t Latching On.
- You Have Flat, Inverted, or Very Large Nipples.
When should I see a lactation consultant?
The best time to call a lactation consultant is while you’re expecting, as your counselor can help you mentally and physically prepare for breastfeeding. You’ll practice holding your baby for optimal feeding, and receive tips on everything from the best pump to how to enlist your partner in breastfeeding.
How can I help a breastfeeding mother?
If your partner is breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed, here are some practical ways you can help:
- Attend a breastfeeding class together.
- Pay close attention in the hospital.
- Help her get comfortable.
- Keep her fed and hydrated.
- Change the diapers.
- Burp your baby.
- Get up in the night.
- Bottle feed to give her a break.
Can a lactation consultant help?
Lactation consultants can offer peace of mind during a potentially stressful time by answering questions, giving advice, and helping to troubleshoot breastfeeding problems. Even if you’re a seasoned pro, sometimes having a lactation consultant weigh in if feeding issues come up can be helpful.
Should a 4 year old still breastfeeding?
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends nursing up to one year and as long as mutually desired by the mother and the child. For the rest of the world it’s very common that toddlers 4 to 5 years old still are nursed by moms for bonding and health reasons.
Can a pediatrician help with breastfeeding?
Although pediatricians may not be accustomed to treating adult women within their traditional scope of practice, it is recommended that they provide medical advice and care to breastfeeding mothers.
Can my Obgyn help with breastfeeding?
Obstetricians are well suited to address many issues related to breastfeeding. An obstetrician with education in lactation should be consulted for concerns such as chronic breast or nipple pain, oversupply, engorgement, recurrent plugged ducts, and insufficient milk supply.
Do I talk to my Obgyn about breastfeeding?
Is there a breastfeeding helpline in the UK?
The National Breastfeeding Helpline and ABM offer a web chat breastfeeding support service for mums and their supporters in the UK. It is a confidential one-to-one secure online chat with a trained breastfeeding supporter.
How can I get support for my breastfeeding?
BfN Registered Volunteers want to help you with breastfeeding. It is why they have done training and offer their time. You may not need to venture beyond your front door to get breastfeeding support. BfN Registered Breastfeeding Supporters are trained to give support and information by telephone.
Who are the supporters of the breastfeeding network?
Supporterline is run by BfN Registered Breastfeeding Supporters. Supporters are mums, who have breastfed their own babies and who have received extensive training in providing breastfeeding information and support. They work on a voluntary basis and are based in their own homes. Breastfeeding support available for Bengali and Sylheti speakers.
Where can I get help with breastfeeding in Scotland?
BSL users in Scotland can contact the helpline via contactSCOTLAND- BSL, Scotland’s national video relay interpreting service for public bodies and third sector organisations. For more detailed written information, tips and information sheets on everything to do with breastfeeding, please visit the ABM and BfN websites.
