The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends breast milk as the best source of nutrition for all babies in their first year of life. From education to lactation support products, we can help as you learn how to breastfeed.
Meet with a Lactation Consultant
- After your baby is born—a lactation consultant can meet with you in the hospital to coach you through techniques and answer your questions.
- After you go home—if you have questions or difficulties, you can call the hospital lactation office for information and assistance.
Breastfeeding Assistance and Support
Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Lactation Office: (901) 516-6893
Methodist Olive Branch Maternity Center: (662) 932-9300
Le Bonheur Children's Hospital: (901) 287-5559
Tennessee Breastfeeding Hotline
1-855-4BF-MOMS (1-855-423-6667)
Staffed by International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC).
Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
La Leche League International: 1-800-525-3243
Women's, Infants and Children (WIC) Program
(must meet the income eligibility requirement)
- WIC Shelby County: (901) 222-9980
- WIC Desoto County: (800) 338-6747
www.shelbycountybreastfeeding.org - Consultations, visitations and support group information
http://www.womenshealth.gov/breastfeeding
http://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding
Available Maternity Classes
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare offers a variety of maternity classes ranging from topics like Prepared Childbirth, Infant Safety and CPR, Parenthood and more. Click on the available class below to learn more!