Local Resources for Breastfeeding, Childbirth and More! (Click here to download a copy)
- WIC (Women, Infant and Children) in Collier County
Having trouble getting your baby to latch? Wondering if your baby is getting enough breast milk?
These are just a couple of the questions the WIC breastfeeding team can help you with. They are just a phone call or visit away and will help you whenever you have a problem or concern. WIC offers classes to expectant mothers to learn more about breastfeeding, its benefits, and common challenges. Classes are free and open to the public. Our Lactation Consultant and Peer Counselors are here to help you and your baby have a successful breastfeeding experience. Just call or visit us at one of our locations:
Naples: (239) 252-6875; 3339 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, FL 34112
Immokalee: (239) 252-7312; 419 North 1st Street, Immokalee, FL 34142
Breastfeeding Support Line-after hours (239) 252-5531.
www.floridahealth.gov
Naples on Tuesday @ 11:30 a.m. (Spanish)
Naples on Thursday @ 11:30 a.m. (English)
Immokalee on Tuesday @ 12:00 p.m. (English)
Immokalee on Thursday @ 12:00 p.m. (Spanish)
Breastfeeding Support Groups
Naples WIC office: Wednesday 11:30 a.m.
Immokalee WIC office: Monday 3:30pm
2) The Family Birth Center of Naples – offers classes in breastfeeding, natural childbirth, infant massage and more.
Contact: (239) 594-0400
www.naplesbirthcenter.com
3) La Leche League – Pregnant or breastfeeding women and their babies are welcome. Learn about breastfeeding from mothers who are breastfeeding. Meetings are held every 2nd Friday of the month from 10 am – Noon and the 3rd Tuesday of the month in the evenings from 5:15-6:45 pm at Center Point Community Church, 6590 Golden Gate Pkwy. No Tuesday evening meetings over the summer. www.LaLecheLeague.org Contact: (239) 287-5368 or (239) 404-4933
4) Community Pregnancy Clinic – offers a free pregnancy test and/or ultrasound, assistance with car seats, diapers, cribs, etc. Counseling and referral services also available. 940 5th Avenue North, Naples 34102 Contact: (239) 262-6381
5) North Collier Hospital (NCH)/The Birth Place – offers breastfeeding and childbirth classes as well as breastfeeding support. Contact the education office for fees and schedules or visit their website.
** Scholarship money is available for those who need financial assistance.
Contact: Information: (239) 552-7724
Lactation Center: (239) 552-7546
www.nchmd.org
6) 211 – Collier 211 is a free 24-hour non-emergency human services helpline available to those in need in Collier County. The 211 service is for referral to health and social services that provide food, housing, medical, child care services and more!
Dial 211 or (239) 263-4211
http://www.unitedwayofcolliercounty.org/2-1-1
7) Recommended Reading
“The Breastfeeding Book,” “The Birth Book,” and “The Pregnancy Book,” all by William Sears, MD
“Why Should I Nurse My Baby?” by Pamela K. Wiggins, & Joanna Wiggins Garofalo
“The Essential Guide to Breastfeeding” by Marianne Neifert, MD.
“The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding” or “Mothering Your Nursing Toddler” La Leche League Intl.
8) Other Resources
www.LaLecheLeague.org
www.KellyMom.com
www.DrJackNewman.com
www.4Women.gov
9) Florida Breastfeeding Coalition, Inc. www.flbreastfeeding.org
License to Breastfeed in Public. It’s the Law in FLORIDA!
“Be it. Enacted by the Legislature of the State of Florida:
Section 1. The breastfeeding of a baby is an important and basic act of nurture which must be encouraged in the interest of maternal and child health and family values.
A mother may breastfeed her baby in any location, public or private, where the mother is otherwise authorized to be, irrespective of whether or not the nipple of the mother’s breast is covered during or incidental to be breastfeeding.
House bill no. HB 231 Fl.ALS 4; 1993 Fla. Laws ch 4; 1993 Fla. HB 231 Fla. Stat. § 383.015, § 800.02 – 00.04, § 847.001 (later: § 827.071)”
**Remember! Choose a pediatrician that is knowledgeable and encourages exclusive breastfeeding. When interviewing pediatricians, ask if they have a nurse who can help you with breastfeeding.
We encourage exclusive breastfeeding for the first 4 – 6 months of life. Well defined associations between decreased obesity rates and exclusive breastfeeding.
Breastfeed Your Baby
For Mom’s Best Health
Breastfeeding your baby is linked to many health benefits for YOU!
Immediate Benefits
• Less bleeding at delivery
• Reduced risk of Baby Blues or postpartum depression after delivery
• An earlier return to pre-pregnancy weight
• New mothers may experience an increase in self confidence and feel closer to their baby
• Delays the return of menstruation (However,breastfeeding alone should not be thought of as a form of birth control. Please discuss this with your healthcare provider.)
• Cost benefit – savings of approximately $1200.00 during the first year
Long-term Benefits
• Less time missed from work due to infant illness
• Lower blood pressure & decreased stress
• Reduced risk of heart disease, diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis
• Reduced risk of developing breast cancer or ovarian cancer
• Reduced risk of osteoporosis after menopause.
Breastfeed Your Baby
For Baby’s Best Health
For the best results breastfeed exclusively!
Breastfed babies have a reduced risk for many illnesses comparedto formula fed babies
Immediate Benefits
• Reduced SIDS risk
• Fewer infections and GI problems for preterm infants
• Fewer head colds, pneumonias, ear infections, and urinary tract Infections
• Less diarrhea & diaper rashes
• Human milk is easier to digest and better for the kidneys.
Long-term Benefits
• Better lung function, brain and eye development
• May reduce risk for eczema and asthma
• Reduced risk for Type I and II Diabetes and Celiac disease
• Reduced risk of obesity for all ages
• Lower blood pressure and cholesterol
• Reduced risk of childhood cancer
• Reduced risk of developing breast cancer
To download Breastfeed Your Baby For Mom’s Best Health & For Baby’s Best Health please click here
USDHHS (2011). Why breastfeeding is important. Retrieved from http://www.womenshealth.gov/breastfeeding/why-breastfeeding-is-important/