Breastfeeding Clinic

Mothers and infants experiencing challenges with breastfeeding.

Offers care for mothers and babies who are having breastfeeding issues due to:

• latching
• baby with poor weight gain
• premature babies
• mothers and/or babies with special needs
• mother has nipple and/or breast pain
• milk supply concerns
• mother on medicine while breastfeeding

Mothers and babies are seen by a nurse-lactation consultant at each visit. Care may include:

• assessment of breastfeeding concerns
• examination of mother and baby
• review of normal baby feeding and behavior patterns
• treatment recommendations
• letters may be sent to doctor and local health units to ensure continuity of care

Follow-up appointments are made as needed.