/ Breastfeeding
Classes are held at a physical location with a group experience.
Classes are held online via Microsoft Teams.
Locations offered: Big Rapids, Grand Rapids, Greenville, Pennock, Zeeland, and virtual
Learn breastfeeding basics from a certified lactation specialist. This class will cover the benefits of breastfeeding, positioning/latch, hunger signs, how to tell if your baby is getting enough to eat, and more. You’ll also get tips on pumping and breast milk storage.
This class is $80, billed to insurance, and covered—either partially or fully—by many plans. Please verify the coverage amount with your insurance company. The diagnosis code we use is Z39.1, and the procedure code is S9443.
Breastfeeding support group is free, no registration is required, and you can come and go as you please. Facilitated by one or two trained lactation team members, we welcome you at any stage of your baby’s feeding journey. You can learn to troubleshoot breastfeeding and latch concerns, check your baby’s weight before and after feeding, make sure your pump is working as efficiently as possible, or simply to be in community with other moms and babies. We are here to equip and empower you with the education and support to reach your unique goals.
Monday
Corewell Health Healthier Communities
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Tuesday
Corewell Health Care Center - Cutlerville
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Tuesday
Corewell Health Center for Wellness - Boston Square
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Wednesday
Corewell Health Zeeland Hospital
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Thursday
Corewell Health Healthier Communities
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Coffee connection for dads, partners, and more
Facilitated by an experienced "dads" instructor, these interactive discussion groups offer those providing support and care in the pregnancy and postpartum period an informal opportunity to learn, connect and be encouraged along the way.
Register for a FREE Dads cafe/coffee connection
HELP Pregnancy Aid
Weekly breastfeeding support on Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:30 pm
705 Bridge St. SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Call 616.459.9139 with any questions. Both English and Spanish offered.
H.U.G.S. Breastfeeding Cafe
Support and guidance for expecting and human milk-feeding people on every second and fourth Monday of the month from 12:30 to 2 pm
City Life Church, 574 S. Division, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Thoughtfully tailored for pregnant, breastfeeding/human milk feeding people who identify as black. Limited transportation and limited childcare provided.
Find a Doula
Utilize the Michigan Doula Registry to find a doula in your local area for your pregnancy, delivery, postpartum recovery, and/or breastfeeding journey.
Email prenataleducatorsgroup.org for questions about our classes or help registering.