Breastfeeding Support
The ancient and natural act of breastfeeding is not always simply begun. With the expert knowledge and resources of a lactation consultant, any bumps in the road can be smoothed so the experience is comfortable and beneficial for both mother and baby. In addition to the invaluable support of peers and family, it is important to make connections during pregnancy with La Leche League and mothers groups so the support is there when you need it after your baby arrives.
If you have a Breatfeeding Support Group you'd like to add to this page (free) please email: angie@newmothersresourceguide.org
Breastfeeding Support Group at Anna Jaques Hospital
Twice a week at no charge and requires no pre-registration:
Tuesdays, 10 - 11:45 a.m. Higgins Conference Room, Anna Jaques Hospital, Newburyport
Thursdays, 10:30- 11:45 a.m. in Haverhill (2nd floor conference room above Children's Health Care,
Central Plaza, Water St.) Please call 978.463.1060 with any questions.
Breastfeeding Support Group at Exeter Hospital
Taught by a certified lactation consultant, the benefits of breastfeeding,
the process of learning how to breastfeed and helpful techniques are just
some of the topics covered in this two hour presentation.
This class is highly recommended for both the expectant mother and her partner/support person.
(P)
1-800-4-EXETER (1-800-439-3837)
(W) www.exeterhospital.com/womens-health
Breastfeeding Support Group at York Hospital
Baby Friendly Designated Hospital
Tuesdays 10am-12n Hall House at York Hospital
Lactation Consultants: Judi Kelley, Katie Holmes and Robyn Mertens
Breastfeeding support line 207-351-3481
Individual appointments available, for more information call 207-351-2129
La Leche League Seacoast
Monthly meetings held in Dover & Stratham, NH.
Alyssa Tuininga: alyssatuininga@yahoo.com
(P) 603.859.0447
www.seacoastnhlll.org
Lisa O'Rourke Goulet RN, IBCLC
RN, BIrth Doula, Postpartum Doula (incl. overnights) and Breastfeeding Specialist
Mothering Moon
Biddeford, ME
(P) 207.283.3239
(E) lisa@motheringmoon.com
(W) www.motheringmoon.com
Andrea Rutherford
Certified Lactation Counselor
Prenatal Breastfeeding classes, In-home support
(P) 603.498.1113
(E) andreanh@comcast.net
(W) www.heartfulbirth.com
Kathleen Todd-Seymour, RN,IBCLC,CCE
Mother & Child Newborn Care
Offering overnight care and breastfeeding support.
(P) 508.393.4551
(E) kathleen@motherandchildonline.com
(W) www.motherandchildonline.com
Lactation Works
Gwendolyn D Vesenka, PhD, IBCLC
47 Wildes District Rd.
Kennebunkport, Maine 04046
(P) 207-590-8233
(E) gvesenka@yahoo.com
(W) www.lactationworks.com
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