The Breastfeeding Center for Greater Washington

The Breastfeeding Center for Greater Washington was founded to provide:

• A comprehensive lactation education and support program for women, their families, and the community.
• An understanding of common variations in the healthy breastfeeding baby.
• Skilled technical management of lactation related problems.
• Hands-on assistance and instruction in use of breastpumps and breastfeeding supplies.

The staff at the Breastfeeding Center for Greater Washington is committed to optimizing the breastfeeding experience from the beginning. Supportive classes emphasize healthy and normal breastfeeding variations, with respect and understanding of the unique family. Should challenges arise, skilled technical management of lactation related problems is available. Our International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC) also hold graduate degrees in related health care fields and have several years of experience in breastfeeding assistance.