Public Lactation Support
Clinics in hospitals or physician offices where cost is covered through Alberta Health Care. Staffed by RN/IBCLC and physicians. Referrals required.
Peer-to-Peer Lactation Support
Free (but highly valuable!) breastfeeding help. Led by volunteers in group settings. Learn from others' experiences and gain support from other breastfeeding/chestfeeding families.
Private Lactation Support
Lactation support that is often quicker to access than AHC-covered clinics. Many offer in-home visits. Variety of services to meet the needs of your family. Paid out-of-pocket.
Welcome to #YEGBreastfeeding
This site was created out of a need for a way to find breastfeeding help in Edmonton & Area without having to sift through multiple websites that may or may not be current and active.
The goal is for every person searching "breastfeeding help Edmonton" or "lactation consultant Edmonton" to actually connect with and receive the help they are looking for.
This site provides information about the different avenues for lactation support in Edmonton & Area, and provides features on various providers so you can make an informed decision when seeking help.
There is also an active Instagram account to keep you informed of the latest in #YEGBreastfeeding news & events.
