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Breastfeeding / Human Lactation Center

The Breastfeeding and Human Lactation Study Center is part of the Division of Neonatology and is a valuable resource for our physicians. If your physician has questions/concerns regarding what medications can be taken during breastfeeding or general questions regarding difficulties with breastfeeding, he/she may contact our center. The center maintains a database of drugs in lactation, medical information and programs around breastfeeding.

Health Care Professionals may call 585-275-0088 for information and consultation on special issues.

Lactation Support for Mothers

  • Lactation (breast feeding) support for mothers and their babies in the Strong Beginnings Birthing Center is provided by six board certified lactation consultants ( IBCLC) through he Department of Obstetrics with consultation from the Lactation Study Center. The breastfeeding warm line is 585-275-9575.
  • Lactation support for mothers with babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is provided by two dedicated board certified consultants.