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Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding Support Group
The Breastfeeding Support Group provides support and information to all
new moms, and is facilitated by an International Board Certified Lactation
Consultant (IBCLC) registered nurse. Together, moms will have the opportunity
to share experiences in a supportive environment. This support group will
be held virtually via Zoom. Instructions on how to access Zoom and meeting
login details will be provided through email confirmation, once participants
have completed the registration process. For questions, call 949-764-BABY
(2229). Registration is required.
Register Online.
August Support Group
To join the August Breastfeeding Support group after August 4, please
call 800-400-HOAG (4624) to register by phone. Support group meeting dates
include, August 4, August 11, August 18 and August 25.
September Support Group
By signing up for
September 1 you will automatically be enrolled in all support group meeting dates
that include, Septemer 1, September 8, September 15, September 22 and
September 29.
Breastfeeding Clinic: One-on-One Consultations
A 1 hour one-on-one consultation with an International Board Certified
Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) registered nurse provides new mothers with
support, encouragement and answers to questions that commonly arise when
their newborn comes home from the hospital. One support person is strongly
encouraged to attend.
The Breastfeeding Clinic is located at the Hoag Health Center Newport Beach
500 Superior Avenue, Suite 300B Newport Beach, CA 92663.
One-on-one consultation includes:
- Individual attention to your specific concerns; latching and positioning
- Help with breastfeeding the difficult nurser
- Nutritional information
- Instructions on pumping and storage of milk
Appointments are required and there is a $40 fee. For more information,
or to schedule an appointment, call Hoag's BabyLine at 949-764-2229 (BABY).
For more information, view our
Lactation Support Information Sheet.
Breast Pump Rentals
OB Education provides a breast pump rental service for mothers needing
a hospital grade pump for either short or long-term use. Contact the Hoag
BabyLine at 949-764-2229 (BABY) for availability.
Hoag Pacify App
As Hoag's further commitment to support breastfeeding, Hoag Pacify
is here. Hoag Pacify offers a valuable complement to the personal one-on-one
breastfeeding support provided at the Hoag Breastfeeding Clinic open weekdays,
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This app is ideal when one-on-one support isn't possible
or if you find yourself in need of breastfeeding support after hours.
Learn more.
On-Demand Breastfeeding Classes