Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Program

 

This program provides low-income women  hands-on support and education for breastfeeding by peer counselors.  Contact us for a referral to a Breastfeeding Peer  Counselor.

We also offer Breastfeeding Education Classes, both group and individual lessons are available.

We have a breastfeeding mother’s support group for breastfeeding mothers. Se Habla Espanol. Groups are free for any woman who has Medi-Cal.

We also  offer a training for persons who would like to become a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor. This 20-hour training will enable the participant to gain knowledge about cultural awareness, skills to address barriers to breastfeeding in targeted communities, and education and practical skills to help pregnant and postpartum women initiate and sustain breastfeeding. For more information on the training, please go to: Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Training & Certification Program.

 

Questions? Want to Join Our Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Team?’

Contact Debbie Benton, Community Education Coordinator

Call (626) 388-2191 (ext. 2) or Email: Debbie.Benton@motherbabysupport,net