Lactation Services is located within The Birth Center. Check-in at the Hospital Front Desk.
We provide you with education and support to help make breastfeeding a positive experience for you and your new baby.
While you are in the hospital, our International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and lactation-trained nurses will help you through each step of breastfeeding to ensure your baby has a healthy start to life.
Once you are home, you can make an appointment to meet with the lactation consultant one-on-one to provide additional support, discuss problems and answer your questions. We also encourage you to attend Baby Talk, a weekly support group for new moms. Lactation questions are addressed there by our lactation consultant.
Lactation + Breastfeeding Service Patient Stories
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make an appointment?
Call 507-646-1216.
Can I make an appointment if my baby wasn't born at Northfield Hospital?
Everyone is welcome wherever your baby was born. Lactation visits are often covered by insurance, but you'll want to check with your individual insurance plan by calling the number on your insurance card, to verify coverage.
Do I need a referral?
You do not need a referral if your baby was born in the Birth Center. You will need a referral from your provider if your baby was born someplace else.
Where do I go for my appointment?
Lactation Services is located within The Birth Center. Check-in at the Hospital Front Desk.
Lactation / Breastfeeding Services We Offer
- Breastfeeding at work or school
- Problems with the breast or nipple
- Wean your baby
- How to breastfeed
- Pumping and storing breast milk
- What to do when the baby doesn’t want to breastfeed
- Low milk supply
- Taking medicines while breastfeeding
- What to do when the baby is slow to gain weight
Our Team of Doctors and Providers
Service Locations
The Birth Center