Parenting and Lactation Services

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital is the "most breastfeeding-friendly facility" in Washington as recognized by the DC Breastfeeding Coalition. With International Board-Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC available, we provide full-service breastfeeding support that includes counseling, education, evidenced-based clinical management, as well as access to the purchasing and rental of breastfeeding equipment.

Services Provided

• Breastfeeding support in the hospital and community-wide can be provided through the "warm line" service at 202-444-6455 (4-MILK)
• Childbirth education classes
• Maternity Bedside Rounds
• Employee Pumping Room and Consultations
• Hospital-wide In-patient Coverage
• In-Service Education
• Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Management
• Pediatric Clinic (CYAS)
• Perinatal department tours
• Prenatal Breastfeeding Consultation, call the Lactation Center at 202-444-6455 for more information
• Access to purchase and rent breastfeeding equipment pumps
• Staffed by International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC) who provide evidence-based practice, education and support

Resources

• American Academy of Pediatrics (Guidelines for Breastfeeding)
• The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC Guide to Breastfeeding)
• The United States Breastfeeding Committee
• The World Health Organization