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Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding may not always be easy

With patience and help, the majority of mothers can breastfeed successfully.

Breastfeeding Supports

Talk to a Public Health Nurse or Lactation Consultant about breastfeeding and to get connected to help.

Breastfeeding Basics

Make an informed decision about breastfeeding. Learn about the importance of breastfeeding to your health and your baby's health.

Breastfeeding & Birth Control

It is important that you learn about the side effects of each birth control option and whether or not it will affect your milk supply.

Breastfeeding Beyond 6 Months

Can you nurse for too long? Breastfeeding is a very healthy and normal way to feed your infant or toddler.

Breastfeeding Friendly Places

Directory of breastfeeding friendly places in Hamilton. Get involved with Hamilton's Breastfeeding Coalition.

Young mom nurses her newborn baby while in the child's nursery.

Health Connections

Book an appointment

Talk to a Public Health Nurse or Lactation Consultant about breastfeeding and to get connected to help. Breastfeeding experts are available to:

direct you to a breastfeeding service in Hamilton
answer your questions
provide you with a breastfeeding plan

Call 905-546-3550

Email [email protected]

Date modified

August 17, 2023