Breastfeeding Support Services
Lactation support after you deliver and when you go home
Breastfeeding usually takes some practice for both mother and newborn. The benefits of breastfeeding include fewer allergies for the baby, as well as fewer gastrointestinal tract diseases, fewer respiratory tract diseases, less inflammation of the ear and lower chance of childhood obesity. Our nurses are experts in the care and feeding of babies and can answer your questions and assist you while you are in the hospital. If necessary, they can also refer you to our lactation consultants. Our consultants offer free weekly support groups and also run an Outpatient Lactation Clinic (more information on the clinic below).
Virtual Breastfeeding Support Group
Tuesdays
Our breastfeeding support group led by a Lactation Consultant at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. This is a free, virtual group for mothers who have questions about nursing their baby and are looking for mom-to-mom support. This group meets on Tuesdays from 2-3 p.m. Please note, individual consultations are not offered as part of the group. Please call 617-243-6314 to receive a Zoom link to attend the Breastfeeding Support Group.
In-Person Breastfeeding Support Group
Thursdays
Our in-person breastfeeding support group is led by a Lactation Consultant at the Ambulatory Care Center 159 Wells Avenue in Newton. This is a free group for mothers who have questions about nursing their baby and are looking for mom-to-mom support. This group meets on Thursdays from 2-3 p.m. Please note, individual consultations are not offered as part of the group.
Outpatient Lactation Clinic
The Outpatient Lactation Clinic offers a virtual support group for breastfeeding mothers, as well as one-on-one consultation with a lactation consultant.
Virtual support group
- Mothers can call 617-243-6314 to schedule a virtual appointment or a phone consultation.
- We hold a virtual breastfeeding support group led by one of our Lactation Consultants.
- The group meets Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 2 -3 p.m.
- Call 617-243-6314 to get the ZOOM link information.
Individual appointments
The Outpatient Lactation Clinic provides one-on-one appointments with a lactation consultant. The clinic assists mothers who are having issues feeding their babies such as poor weight gain, latching difficulties, low milk supply, sore/cracked nipples, mastitis and over supply.
- Mothers can make an appointment by calling us at 617-243-6314 and speaking directly to the Lactation Consultant.
- Clinic visits are often covered by insurance.
- The Outpatient Lactation Clinic is located on the 5th floor of the Hospital.
Free Lactation Services Booklet
We encourage you to download our PDF booklet with information, tips, photos, and more to support you in breastfeeding your infant.
Mamava Nursing Pod
The Lactation team is excited to announce the arrival of our custom-made Mamava nursing pod, which provides moms with a clean, bright and private area for pumping milk and/or breastfeeding their babies—whether they are visiting Newton-Wellesley Hospital or are simply nearby and in need of a private place to feed or pump. The pod illustrates our commitment to finding a better way to support and protect breastfeeding moms and babies, while continuing to better serve the needs of our community.
We are the first hospital in MetroWest to install an accessible nursing pod, and we are thrilled to offer this wonderful option to all mothers in the area—in addition to the lactation support we already provide.
The Mamava pod located in our East Lobby and is private and secure. The pod is free of charge and available 24/7. The pod has two separate seating areas, each equipped with an electrical outlet for pumping. To unlock the pod, mothers can download the free Mamava smartphone app. If they are unable to download the app, they can ask our East Lobby Registration team to call the Lactation team at ext. 6314