This booklet is intended for the use of parents of healthy, full term infants. If your baby has medical concerns or is in NICU, please ask for specific recommendations from your health care provider.
Every new mother is offered a home visit through the Healthy Baby / Healthy Children program and public health nurses will provide assistance with getting breastfeeding off to a good start.
The loan of a breast pump may be available for families who meet specific criteria. Free Lactation Consultant services are also available.
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