Plan to give your baby the best possible start!
Getting Started
Lactation Consultation by
appointment. Call 239-432-3186. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) advocates
breastfeeding as the optimal form of nutrition for infants. The AAP
states that..."human milk and breastfeeding of infants provide
advantages with regard to general health, growth, and development,
while significantly decreasing risk for a large number of acute and
chronic diseases."
Our Board Certified Lactation consultants assist
mothers to become more comfortable with feeding their infants. New
moms are encouraged to ask about how to:
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Know your baby is getting enough milk
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Determine that breastfeeding is going well
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Return to work and continue breastfeeding
Getting Help
Recognizing that breastfeeding is normal,
desirable and achievable, our Lactation consultants provide
education, help and support for nursing mothers throughout Lee
and surrounding counties. Our consultants make rounds and
offer assistance to breastfeeding moms. The staff works closely with
you and your physician to assure a team approach to your care.
All of our Lactation consultants are
board-certified by the International Board of Lactation Consultant
Examiners (IBLCE). The IBLCE examination is the leading,
internationally recognized measure of competence in lactation
consulting. There are over 12,000 IBLCE certified Lactation consultants
in the country.
Lactation Services Include:
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Bedside, outpatient and telephone
consultations
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Certified bra fitting and sales
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Breastfeeding supplies and breast pump rental
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Prenatal breastfeeding
classes.
Assisting Breastfeeding Mothers
Experienced, new and soon-to-be moms can all
benefit from our various service programs. Our staff is ready to
assist with:
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Difficult latch-on
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Perceived or actual low milk supply
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Sore nipples
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Breast engorgement
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Infant with slow weight gain
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Re-lactation or induced lactation
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Mothers returning to work
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Flat or inverted nipples
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Nursing twins, triplets, or more
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Selecting and purchasing a nursing bra or
breast pump
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Education materials
During those times when a Lactation Consultant is
unavailable, mothers can turn to our highly trained obstetrical
nursing staff for basic breastfeeding education and support.
More Lactation Services
Consultations and counseling
BREASTFEEDING CLASS
ONE 2 HOUR CLASS $15/CLASS
Plan to give your baby the best possible start! Come to
Breastfeeding class and learn about the benefits, getting started
and common problems encountered in the first few weeks. All classes
are taught by Board Certified Lactation Consultants.
Offered at HealthPark Medical Center, Cape Coral Hospital and Gulf
Coast Medical Center.
2009 Schedule
Email us at
Prenatal-Class@leememorial.org.
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