A Special Touch Childbirth & Labor Doula Services - Providing services for Arkansas, Tennessee & Mississippi Delta
 
 
Your Breastmilk is a gift only you can give to your newborn.
 
Why breastmilk?
 
It is special because your milk is made naturally by your body specifically for your infant. Your breast milk is a special "recipe" to help your baby grow, develop and stay healthy.
 
Breast milk decreases illness, SIDS, and asthma; also protects to decrease obesity and heart disease as growing adults
 
For Mom
  • Breastfeeding helps you return to your pre-pregnant weight faster
  • Helps to prevent postpartum depression
  • Protects from some forms of female cancers
  • Prevents forms of osteoporosis later in your life
  • Less expensive than formula and bottle feeding
  • Creates a very special bond with your infant
 
For Dad
  • Diapers do not smell as bad
  • Healthier baby and mom, less doctor visits
  • Less days of work for sickness
  • Creates a special feeding time to bond with mom and baby
 
Thinking about breastfeeding?
 
Although breastfeeding is natural, it sometimes takes a little more work at the beginning.  Birth events can effect the breastfeeding dyad. 
It is important that you let your healthcare team know you want to breastfeed.
 
Steps to have a successful start
  • Immediate Skin-To-Skin
  • Let baby latch self within first hour
  • Say no to bottles and pacifiers in the hospital
  • Feed every 2 to 2 1/2 hours
  • If separation occurs - ask for a hospital grade pump to start stimulation - this helps to protect milk supply for later months
  • Ask for a lactation person to visit you in the hospital before going home
 
Learn more by taking a breastfeeding class with your partner.  This is key to success.
 
 
When you are home if you need help check with your local WIC department, community resources for lactation help or support groups, La Leche  Leagues
 
Lactation Services are available to our local community. Service area West Memphis, Earle, Turrell, Marion, & Forrest City.
 
If you need assistance or want to call for information please contact us through email or call 870-735-5527
 
Please fill out the intake form if you want a home visit for breastfeeding services
 
Breastfeeding Intake Form
Name
Address
Phone Number
Email
Baby's Name
Infant's Birth Date
Age
Today's Concern
Sore Nipples
Difficulties with Latch
Slow weight Gain
Milk Supply Issues
 
 
 
 
 
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