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Breastfeeding
In-person
Classes are held at a physical location with a group experience.
Virtual
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 $75, 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 - 10:30 am to noon
Corewell Health Healthier Communities
665 Seward Avenue NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
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Tuesday - 12:30 pm to 2 pm
Corewell Health Care Center - Cutlerville
80 68th Street SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
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Wednesday - 10 am to 11 am
Corewell Health Zeeland Hospital
8333 Felch Street
Zeeland, MI 49464
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Thursday - 12:30 pm to 2 pm
Corewell Health Healthier Communities
665 Seward Avenue NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
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Saturday - 10:30 am to 12 pm
Corewell Health Healthier Communities
665 Seward Avenue NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
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Coffee connection for dads, partners, and more
All caregivers providing support to those attending our Saturday morning breastfeeding support group are invited to enjoy coffee or tea, snacks, community, post-delivery educational support resources, and/or a moment of quiet with us. The postpartum transition affects all involved in providing care, and we want to support everyone.
Whether a hospital stay is anticipated or was unexpected for your baby, it typically brings additional challenges for new parents. However, giving your newborn the gift of human milk during the hospital stay and beyond offers many short- and long-term benefits for your baby. This free class will cover the benefits of skin-to-skin contact and everything related to a successful pumping lifestyle.
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.
Contact us
Email prenataleducatorsgroup.org for questions about our classes or help registering.