Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding education helps parents understand the physical, emotional, and practical aspects of feeding their baby with confidence. It includes learning about proper latch techniques, recognizing hunger cues, understanding milk supply, and preventing common challenges such as soreness or engorgement. Education also highlights the health benefits of breastfeeding for both baby and mother, including immune support for infants and reduced health risks for mothers. By providing accurate information and supportive guidance, breastfeeding education empowers families to make informed decisions and build a positive feeding experience.

FREE Lactation Support Groups

FREE breastfeeding/chestfeeding support groups for expecting and new parents (and their families)!

Apoyo GRATUITO a la lactancia

Grupos GRATUITOS de apoyo a la lactancia para futuros y nuevos padres (y sus familias).

Expressing Breast Milk in the Workplace

New York State Labor Law Section 206-c gives all employees in New York the right to express breast milk in the workplace.

Extracción de leche materna en el lugar de trabajo

La Sección 206-c de la Ley Laboral del Estado de Nueva York otorga a todos los empleados de Nueva York el derecho a extraerse leche materna en el lugar de trabajo.

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My Pregnancy Plate

When pregnant your body’s demand for calories and nutrients increase. In your second and third trimesters you should eat about 300 calories more per day.

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Mi Plato Dur ante Mi Embarazo

Cuando está embarazada su cuerpo necesita más nutrientes y calorías. En su segundo y tercer trimestre debe incrementar 300 calorías a su dieta cada día.