Breastfeeding Support

Register for our free breastfeeding class:

Prenatal Breastfeeding Class

During this 2 hour virtual class, a Lactation Consultant will teach you the skills you need to start breastfeeding.

Free Registration

Breastfeeding support is available Monday to Friday 8:30 am  - 4:30 pm. 

Call the Healthy Families Hotline 519-258-2146 ext. 1350

Infant Feeding Assessment and Phone Support:  A Registered Nurse, with advanced breastfeeding training, can help parents identify and overcome common infant feeding challenges over the phone. Clients are referred to one of the Health Unit’s certified Lactation Consultants for on-going support, if needed.

Lactation Consultant Support: Certified Lactations Consultants are available to provide more specialized support and on-going care. Individualized consultation is provided via phone or virtual consultation. In-home support is also offered, if needed. Direct referrals to this service are accepted from community physicians and nurse practitioners.  

Check out our new online referral form!