Breastfeeding

Breastmilk storage:

New guidelines on storage of breastmilk from the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine (download below).

Check out our new breastmilk storage guideline magnets!  Want one?  Just ask your doula!  (download below).

Breastfeeding help:

Looking for evidence-based information on-line?  Check out the KellyMom site.

Want to find peer-to-peer help from other breastfeeding moms?  The Chicago area has a number of La Leche League Groups - check them out and find the one that's right for you.

Breastfeeding gear:

Need a pump rental or part fast?  Check out Parkway Drugs in Chicago.

Common challenges - oversupply:

Is your baby gaining (a lot!) but breastfeeding is a struggle?  Check out this oversupply fact sheet from IBCLC Diane Wiessinger.

watch here as we add more information on common challenges

Get help from a knowledgeable doula:

Learn more about Birthways Chicago area breastfeeding help services here.