Breastfeeding Support
There is Nutritional Value in Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding provides essential nutrition for infants birth to one year and older. As with learning anything new, most breastfeeding mothers and babies (and dads too!) need some instruction and support during this learning period.
We have a high number of breastfeeding families. We will do our best to help you meet your breastfeeding goals. Any breastmilk you feed your infant is a gift of health for your child that lasts their lifetime. We love babies and enjoy helping families learn how to breastfeed!

Local lactation consultants are also available:
Ohio Statewide Breastfeeding Hotline
- Phone Consults 24/7: 888-588-3423
- Text "BFHOTLINE" T0 839863
- Call your WIC Clinic: 844-601-6881
- Breastfeeding Helpline: 614-645-7065
- Lactation Department:
614-544-8488
- Lactation Department:
614-566-9008
- Breastfeeding Helpline: 614-566-3434 or 3535
- For Mt. Carmel East, Mt. Carmel West & St. Ann's: 614-234-MILK (6455)
- Lactation Department: 614-293-8910
- Helpline number to register for classes:
614-293-5123
Breastfeeding Websites: