Lactation Services

Ways to Get Support

• When your baby is born our nurses and lactation consultant will help you and your baby get a great start!
• Outpatient appointments: meet individually with our lactation consultant.
• Lactation line: call with questions anytime (608) 216-4757.
• Breastfeeding class: taken with your partner during your 3rd trimester.

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WHY WE SUPPORT BREASTFEEDING

• Breast milk is natural, economical and convenient. Breast milk is the best source of nutrition for the first six months of life, and for long after in combination with solid foods.
• Breast milk contains just the right amount of carbohydrates, proteins and fats, and provides digestive enzymes, minerals, vitamins and hormones that infants require for healthy growth and development.
• Breast milk contains many immune components including antibodies, growth factors, cytokines, antimicrobial compounds, and specific immune cells that protect your baby from infection and illness.
• Breastfeeding provides an opportunity for you to nurture your baby through close physical contact and strengthen your bond.
• Breastfeeding is good for mothers. Mothers have faster recovery from birth and long term risk reduction of some diseases, illnesses and cancers.
• Experts agree that breastfeeding your baby for any length of time, is of benefit to you and your baby.

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HOW WE SUPPORT BREASTFEEDING

• Prenatal breastfeeding classes
• First feeding during the first hour after birth
• Encouraging you to spend time skin-to-skin with your baby
• Allowing your baby to stay in the room with you
• Teaching baby comfort techniques beyond the pacifier
• Our dedicated and skilled team of nurses will support and guide you during the early days of feeding.
• Our International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) will meet with you and your baby in the hospital.
• In addition to meeting with our Lactation Consultant in the hospital, we provide other ways to continue to support you and your family throughout your breastfeeding journey.