Words cannot express how much this experience has meant to me. I cannot remember a time I have felt more happy and present than I felt the days after Kate's birth. What a gift you helped me give myself. Your role in our lives as a family will never be forgotten. With much thanks and love. Meagan

A simple" thank you" doesn't seem adequate in expressing our appreciation for all you did to help bring Everett into the world. Having you there reassuring us and giving us the confidence to give birth at home gave us a wonderful experience. Your professionalism and calm, easy-going manner made this experience amazing. We love recalling and retelling others about Everett's birth. I wish all women could have such a great experience. You are all that midwives should be! All our love and thanks. Andy & Amber

Having our baby with Health Foundations was truly a life changing experience. After having a c-section with our first child, we had no idea what to expect from our second labor. Amy and Kate were incredibly supportive, loving, yet firm and always believed in my ability to birth my baby, perhaps more than I believed in myself. Part of the success of our pregnancy and birth was Amy and Kate's faith in my body's ability to do what it does naturally. They not only guided me along the pregnancy with amazing tips, advice and encouragement, but they also supported me emotionally through one of the most vulnerable times in my life. We feel absolutely blessed to have had the opportunity to work with Health Foundations. If we have any more children, they will be hired on the spot! Chanda

Lactation Support

Health Foundations understands the importance of ongoing support to help establish and successfully continue breast feeding. As part of your care, a midwife is available to offer that support and answer questions. Mothers are encouraged to participate in a breastfeeding class offered at the Birth Center. This class focuses on getting off to a great start with comfortable latch, understanding nursing positions and infant feeding cues. The class also covers nutrition for breast feeding, breast feeding supplies, and common concerns such as infant growth spurts. We also encourage pregnant mothers to contact their local La Leche League group and attend a meeting prenatally.

The Lactation Center

The Lactation Center at Health Foundations Family Health & Birth Center offers a full product assortment that allows you to "one stop shop" for all your breastfeeding, lactation & educational needs.

As an nursing mom, there are some things you should consider gathering to help your breastfeeding experience. The list below is specific for baby and breastfeeding. Speak with Health Foundations staff for a complete list. All products are available at Health Foundations and soon to offered at our online store at www.thelactationcenter.com

At Home - for breastfeeding

At least two nursing bras. Health Foundations staff is available for bra fittings.
A breastfeeding pillow to support baby while breastfeeding
A rocking chair or glider to make late nights a little easier
A nursing foot stool
One dozen burping cloths - these come in handy for many cleanups (Cloth diapers work great for burp cloths!)
A nipple cream for ongoing nipple therapy. We recommend MotherLove Nipple Cream.
Medela Tender Care HydroGel disks for the first week for sore nipples.
At least four washable bra pads or a good supply of disposable bra pads to keep lactating breasts dry.
Consider Medela breast shells to help with flat or inverted nipples

At Home - for breastpumping

A quality breastpump - Visit the breastpump selector to determine the best pump for you
Breastmilk Collection & Storage - Medela Pump & Save Bags
Breastmilk Collection & Storage Containers
A portable cooler carrier for transporting your breastmilk
Extra breastshields and breastpump accessory items (vehicle lighter adapter, membranes, valves, etc.)
Consider Medela Quick Clean Micro-Steam Bags and Wipes for easy & quick sterilization