Breastfeeding and Lactation Services
Breastfeeding
The Lactation Center is staffed by internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultants who are available to make in-hospital rounds on new mothers, see newborns and their mothers back after discharge for follow-up care and lactation support. The consultants also provide help and advice over the phone on a dedicated lactation phone line that is answered either by the consultant or voice mail, 24-hours a day. The Center also has a full supply of breastfeeding products available for purchase, including electric breastpump rentals. To contact the Lactation Consultant at Good Shepherd, call (903) 315-5595.
Important Information
Why Breastmilk is the best food for infants and small children:
- Promotes healthy growth and development.
- Provides babies with the most easy to digest food.
- Reduces the risk of allergic reactions.
- Yields health benefits that last a lifetime.
- May protect against crib death. (SIDS)
- Transmits mother’s immunities.
- Leads to fewer ear and respiratory infections.
Childbirth Education
Good Shepherd Medical Center offers many family education classes to prepare you and your family for the events surrounding your pregnancy, your baby’s birth and early parenting skills. Choose from a variety of courses taught by certified instructors including:
- Childbirth Preparation Class
- Boot Camp for New Dads
- Lactation Class
- Sibling Class
- Child/Infant CPR
- Baby Sign Language
If you are interested in enrolling in one of these classes, click here.