Services Offered
- Breast pump program
- Help with combining breastfeeding with work or school
- Home visits
- Link families to services
- One-on-one counseling
- Support
- Telephone consultations
Formula vs. Breast Milk
Formula-fed babies are more susceptible to colds, flu and other health conditions, including:
- Allergies
- Colds, coughs
- Colic
- Ear aches
- SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome)
- Tooth decay
Breastfeeding helps protect moms from:
- Breast and ovarian cancer
- Brittle bones (osteoporosis)
- Blood loss after birth
Breastfeeding reduces:
- Money spent on formula and extra bottles
- Number of sick doctor visits
- Mom’s tummy sooner
- Time missed from work / school