Baptist East Lactation Consultant

bumpuser260585

I had my son at Baptist East on December 3rd.  He was born early, jaundiced and they had to use a suction on.  Needless to say he didn't want to nurse the first few days.  I was bound and determined to breastfeed.  Luckily, Baptist East now offers a FREE Lactation service for any moms who delivered at the hospital.  I have been twice and seen Charissa both times.  She is wonderful.  She has made me so much more confident.  I know that without her help, I would not be breastfeeding any more.  I just wanted to let everyone know about this, it has been a great tool.  If you deliver at Baptist East and need help or reassurance, they offer it.

sdcatt

That's awesome, thanks for sharing, did you have to deliever there or is it open to anyone?

bumpuser260585

Sorry, I haven't been back to post in a while and when I've tried the baby starts crying. 

Anyway, yes, I think you had to deliver there to use it.  But in the paper last week there was an article about programs to encourage breast feeding, so if you delivered at a different hospital, maybe call to see if they have a similar program.