The Breastfeeding Center for Greater Washington
About Us
Today, an average of 3000 women a year from all backgrounds find the support and education they need at the Breastfeeding Center. Through private home or office consults, a wide array of supportive classes, access to educational materials and breastfeeding supplies, women will find an open door and the friendly faces of experience at The Breastfeeding Center for Greater Washington. The staff at the Breastfeeding Center for Greater Washington is committed to optimizing the breastfeeding experience from the beginning. Supportive classes emphasize healthy and normal breastfeeding variations, with respect and understanding of the unique family. Should challenges arise, skilled technical management of lactation related problems is available. Our International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC) also hold graduate degrees in related health care fields and have several years of experience in breastfeeding assistance.
Our Mission
The Breastfeeding Center for Greater Washington was founded to provide:
- A comprehensive lactation education and support program for women, their families, and the community.
- An understanding of common variations in the healthy breastfeeding baby.
- Skilled technical management of lactation related problems.
- Hands-on assistance and instruction in use of breastpumps and breastfeeding supplies.
Classes
We offer classes for all stages of your breastfeeding experience, including many that are FREE. Please come, bring your baby and become part of our community. See link to our printable class calendar below for more information, or check out our website.
Free Classes
Breastfeeding Preparation
Breastfeeding Baby 0–4 Months
Breastfeeding Infant 4–11 Months
Breastfeeding/Weaning the Toddler
Return to Work
Breast pump Basics and more…
Specialty Classes
Infant Massage
Mom Massage
Meeting Babies Needs in the first 6 Months
Babies First Solids 5–9 Months
Breastfeeding & Baby Wearing and more…
Please visit us at www.breastfeedingcenter.org for more information
Our Shop
We match prices on all Breastpumps. Largest selection of Breastpumps Available.
Largest selection of Nursing Bras plus Expert Bra Fittings
Breastpumps and Accessories
Baby Scales for rent or purchase.
Hospital-grade Pump Rentals
Storage and Freezer bags and bottles • Alternate Feeding Methods • Spare parts for pump(s) • Breastfeeding Supplies Breastfeeding Pillows • Nursing Stools • Sore Nipple Treatments • Treatments for Colic • Breastfeeding Books and DVDs • Baby Carriers/Slings
Lactation Consultations
We provide home visits, office appointments and telephone advice by appointment.
Our International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC) are specialists in lactation management. The IBCLC credential is widely recognized as the gold standard in breastfeeding expertise. The IBCLC's at The Breastfeeding Center for Greater Washington have qualified long term experience in breastfeeding assistance and are skilled in technical management of lactation-related problems. With a focus on preventative health care, we use a problem solving approach to provide appropriate information, recommendations and referrals. We value your input and involve you in the decision-making process. We are trained to help you with:
- Prenatal Issues
- Breast Assessments
- Relactation / Induced lactation
- Maternal or Infant Illness
- Breast / Nipple Pain
- Weaning
- Breastfeeding Checkup
- Infant Development
- Milk Supply
- Twins and Multiples
- Breast / Bottle Refusal
- Infant Nutrition
- Sleep Issues
- Adjustments with Work
For more information, please contact:
The Breastfeeding Center for Greater Washington
2141 K Street NW, Suite 3
Washington, DC 20037
Hours:
Monday–Friday: 8:30am–5:00pm
Saturdays: 10:00am–4:00pm
Phone: 202-293-5182
Email: The Breastfeeding Center for Greater Washington
Website: www.breastfeedingcenter.org
