All Families welcome
Whether you delivered at WellSpan or not, our breastfeeding experts are here to help.
Breastfeeding Support
Your breastfeeding / chest-feeding journey starts with us
Our approach to breastfeeding care
Breastfeeding can be a beautiful bonding experience, but it can also be challenging. That’s why our internationally board-certified lactation consultants are here to support you.
Whether you’re a new mom or just need additional support, we’re here to help you reach your breastfeeding goals.
Conditions we treat
- Milk supply concerns
- Engorgement
- Mastitis
- Latch challenges
- Plugged ducts
- Sore nipples
- Infant weight gain concerns
- Nipple vasospasm
- Thrush
- Breastfeeding at work
- Full breasts
- Struggling with nursing positions
- Too much breast milk
- Babies who refuse to breastfeed
- Inverted or flat nipples
- Pain during lactation
- Premature infants
Meet our experts
Board-certified lactation consultants with years of experience and training — all here for you.
Why choose WellSpan breastfeeding support?
Choosing the right support services for breastfeeding is an important decision. Whether you’re a new parentor experienced in breastfeeding, our care teams and certified lactation consultants are ready to provide the support you need.
We offer prenatal consultations and postpartum appointmentsto help you along your journey.
All WellSpan birthing facilities are PA state keystone 10 certified and CMS certifed as Birthing Friendly.
Induced lactation
We can provide support and guidance for patients who choosing to induce lactation, such as adoptive families, surrogates, or same-sex couples.
Prenatal and postpartum support
We offer childbirth education classes, prenatal breastfeeding classes, prenatal consultations and postpartum appointmentsso you can have the support you need, every step of the way. There is also extensive education on breastfeeding on our pregnancy app, Babyscripts.
Virtual convenience
We offer virtual visits for your convenience, so you can get the help you need from the comfort of your own home.