Milk + Honey offers prenatal and pumping consultations, oral tie assessments, and postpartum, weaning, and pumping support. Learn more about this organization of infant feeding specialists at milkandhoneylactation.com. Milky Moms is a group of Nurse Practitioners and IBCLCs providing education, support, and treatment for all issues related to infant feeding and maternal mental health in Annapolis, MD. Find more information and their group schedule at milkymoms.org. The Boob School , created by Crofton-based Kelly Kendall, RN, IBCLC, is an online, self-paced breastfeeding education course, and community for expecting parents. The course is eligible for reimbursement through flexible savings accounts and health spending accounts. Learn more at thebalancedboob.com. The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children , also known as Maryland WIC, provides food, nutrition counseling, and breastfeeding support for women and their children living with low income. Find more at health.maryland.gov/phpa/wic.
REMEMBER: • Most health insurance providers cover lactation support. Check lactationnetwork.com for your coverage information. • Breastfeeding can complicate mental health for some. Seek both lactation and mental health care if you aren’t feeling like yourself. • Your worth is not measured in ounces!
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and not professional advice. Reading it does not create a client relationship with the publisher or authors. This article should not be used as a substitute for professional advice from a licensed professional. For specific concerns, please consult a licensed professional. Source(s): Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “Breastfeeding Report Card, United States 2022”, 11/13/24, www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding-data/breastfeeding-report-card/index.html. Updated June 11, 2024.
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