Learn about conditions treated by the Lactation Support Program.
Conditions We Treat The lactation consultants in the Lactation Support Program are highly trained and experienced nurses who work with families and infants who have breastfeeding difficulties. All program staff are international board-certified lactation …
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Services We Provide Inpatient services We offer services to inpatients at Boston Children’s Hospital who are learning to breastfeed/chest-feed or have breastfeeding difficulties. The lactation consultants in the Lactation Support Program work closely with …
See resources from patients from the Lactation Support Program.
Patient Resources Breastfeeding family education information sheets are available on many topics and in several languages (English, Spanish, and Arabic) including: Instructions for use of a breastpump Instructions for labeling and storage of human milk …
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Clinician Resources Education opportunities Orientation for Nurses and Clinical Assistants: Human milk management is offered monthly. Check Nursing Education Calendar or NetLearning for information. Human milk competency can be completed through …
Learn about the Employee Lactation Support Program at the Lactation Support Program.
Employee Lactation Support Program The Employee Lactation Support Program is coordinated by the hospital’s lactation specialists to help families ease the transition back to employment while continuing to breastfeed their young infants after their …
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FAQs I am coming to Boston for my baby to have surgery. Do I need to bring my breast pump with me? Boston Children’s Hospital has Medela Symphony breast pumps available on inpatient units and in lactation rooms for your use. Breast pumps are also …
Contact Us Lactation consults are available for all inpatient families on the Boston campus. Ask your child’s nurse to page the Lactation Support Program, or call the office (617-355-0005) to arrange. Outpatient families followed by a pediatrician at …