Breastfeeding is a natural way of providing your newborn baby with rich nutrition. Breast milk contains antibodies and nutrients that will help to keep your baby healthy for the first six months.
Breastfeeding support
Salem Health’s breastfeeding and lactation services:
- Internationally board-certified lactation consultants
- Prenatal breastfeeding classes for moms and families
- Free breastfeeding support groups
- One-on-one breastfeeding consultations
- All registered nurses are trained in lactation
- Breast pump in each suite for your convenience
- On-site pharmacy carries electric breast pumps and supplies
- For parents who bottle feed, hospital staff will provide advice that includes how to mix formula, what type of formula to use, and how to hold the baby.
Breastfeeding group
A breastfeeding support group is available at no charge for any parent needing follow-up assistance, regardless of where you delivered.
Salem Health Community Health Education Center (CHEC)
- Date: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays (except holidays)
- Time: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
- Cost: Free
- Location: 939 Oak St. SE, Building D, first floor classroom 2
Salem, Oregon 97301
West Valley Hospital
- Date: Wednesdays (except holidays)
- Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am
- Cost: Free
- Location: 525 SE Washington St. (use front entrance on Washington Street)
Dallas, Oregon 97338
If you have questions and wish to speak with a lactation consultant or wish to schedule a private consultation, please call 503-814-4539. There is a fee for a one-on-one consultation; some insurance policies will cover the cost.
Interested in becoming a milk donor? Learn more.
Your guide to breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is a natural way to provide your newborn with a source of healthy nutrition. This guide can help parents learn more about the importance of breastfeeding, answer common questions and concerns:
The guide is produced by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office on Women’s Health (OWH). Reference to specific commercial products, manufacturers, companies, or trademarks does not constitute its endorsement or recommendation by OWH or vice versa.
