Lactation Support Groups

Our lactation support groups are 90 minute group meetings led by IBCLC, International Board Certified Lactation Consultants.

New families will receive support and guidance in common challenges such as:

  • latching and positioning baby at the breast, 

  • assessing milk transfer and infant weight gain,

  • increasing milk supply,

  • pumping or hand expressing milk,

  • introducing a bottle,

  • dealing with fussiness and sleep challenges,

  • returning to work,

  • dealing with unsolicited advice, 

  • building confidence as a new parent,

  • and much more.

During the support group, IBCLC will help assess concerns and make recommendations for ongoing support if needed. Sensitive medical scales are available at all groups for pre and post-feed weights to determine milk intake. 

Support groups are NOT appropriate for complex lactation or medical situations. These are best served by a detailed home visit with ongoing support.  To find an IBCLC to work with privately, please go to: NYLCA.org

Sick Policy: 

  • Attendees who are experiencing any symptoms of illness, including but not limited to fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose, vomiting, or diarrhea, should refrain from attending the in-person breastfeeding support group until they are no longer contagious.

  • Attendees who have been in close contact with someone diagnosed with a contagious illness, such as COVID-19, should refrain from attending the support group until they have completed the recommended quarantine period or tested negative for the illness.

  • Attendees are requested to keep their infants at home if they are exhibiting signs of illness to prevent the spread of germs to other vulnerable infants attending the support group.

  • By attending the in-person lactation support group, attendees acknowledge that they have read and understood the sick policy and agree to comply with its guidelines for the safety and well-being of all participants.

  • Note:This policy is subject to updates and changes based on evolving public health recommendations and guidelines.

Harlem

Wednesdays 9:30 - 11 am

$35

Soha Pediatrics LLC

163 Saint Nicholas Avenue

New York, NY

ENTRANCE on 118th Street

*Note: Registration closes 12hrs prior to each session.

Brooklyn

Fridays 10 - 11:30 am

$40

The Wild in Greenpoint

272 Driggs Avenue

Brooklyn, NY

Stroller parking limited

*Note: Registration closes 12hrs prior to each session.

Upper West Side (NEW GROUP!)

Beginning Tuesday, February 4, 2025!

$45

First and Third Tuesday of the month

10:30am - 12:00pm

Play Street Museum - Upper West Side

805 Columbus Avenue
New York, NY 10025

Play Street is a shoe-free zone.

Note: Registration closes 12hrs prior to each session.

Are you a doula looking to observe our lactation support group?

When I brought my son, Harry, home from the hospital, he wasn’t eating at all. We showed up at LaShanda’s lactation group the next day and by the time we left, he had taken a bottle from her and we had a feeding plan. She continued to support our family over the next several weeks as Harry became a good eater, grew well, and learned to breast feed successfully. LaShanda is amazing and we can never thank her enough for helping us through a very hard time!

~ M.J & Harry (4 days at time of group attendance)

“Struggling with breastfeeding can be very worrying and isolating. I am deeply grateful for the lactation support group at The Wild. The opportunity it provides to meet with other parents dealing with similar issues and to learn from extraordinary passionate lactation consultants truly made a major positive impact on my journey. We are incredibly lucky to have this resource led by these incredible experts in our neighbourhood.”

- Olivia and baby Eden