Breastfeeding support service

Team Composition

All staff are registered as International Board Certified Lactation Consultants.

What questions should you ask

Write down and bring any questions you have.

Your lactation consultant will:

• talk to you about your concerns
• watch your baby feeding
• discuss and write down a breastfeeding plan
• make another appointment if required.

Opportunities to be involved in research

Mercy Hospital for Women participates in research and you can choose to be involved. For example, our DAME studies — dealing with gestational diabetic mothers — were completed in Australia and published in The Lancet (opens in new window). Our case studies have been presented at open forums. There are also links to the Mercy Health Breastmilk Bank, which is available to eligible patients. Speak to a clinician to find out more about any of these initiatives and how they can contribute to improved health for mothers babies and families.

Who to call if you have concerns afterwards

If you have concerns after your appointment, you can call Mercy Hospital for Women Breastfeeding Support Centre on 03 8458 4677 and leave a message. A lactation consultant will call you back the same day.

Alternatively, you can call:

• Australian Breastfeeding Association helpline: 1800 686 268
• Maternal and Child Health Line: 13 22 29