Specially trained mother-baby nurses at Duke Birthing Center and The Birth Place at Durham Regional Hospital are available to help mothers who need a little guidance learning to breastfeed their babies.

These experienced board-certified lactation consultants with the Advanced Clinical Practice Department are available to inpatient moms and babies who could benefit from some extra assistance -- helping mothers support infants with special needs, manage breastfeeding problems, and establish and maintain a milk supply, if necessary.

Both Duke University Hospital and Durham Regional Hospital provide breastfeeding classes through the community education services at Teer House. Call 888-ASK-DUKE (888-275-3853) for more information.

Breast-pumps are available for purchase through the Bouncing Ball Gift Shop at Duke Children's Hospital. To learn more, call 919-668-4112.

Outpatient lactation consultations are offered through children’s primary care and can by arranged by calling your child's primary care provider:

• Duke Children's Primary Care: 919-620-5374, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Durham Pediatrics: 919-220-4000, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.