Breastfeeding, just like fitness and nutrition, provides powerful health benefits to both mom and baby. For infants, breast milk supports a healthy immune system, fights against infections, and provides complete, personalized nutrition. For mothers, nursing can reduce the risk of breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and other chronic health conditions. It’s a win-win.

Where Do New Moms Find Main Line Breastfeeding Support?

New moms on the Main Line have access to a wide variety of breastfeeding resources and support. Board Certified Lactation Consultants provide clinical support in the hospital setting after birth and at home. Moms can also find support through local nursing groups, breastfeeding classes, and community organizations dedicated to new families.

Hospital & Other Clinical-Based Support

For new parents, hospitals and pediatric offices offer some of the most accessible lactation support. Many local providers have International Board-Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) on staff and dedicated resources for breastfeeding families.

Main Line Health

Lankenau Medical Center
100 East Lancaster Avenue, Wynnewood, PA 19096

Bryn Mawr Hospital
130 South Bryn Mawr Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

Paoli Hospital
255 West Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA 19301

Riddle Hospital
1068 West Baltimore Pike, Media, PA 19063

Each Main Line Health hospital offers nursing support from International Board-Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC) immediately after delivery. After discharge, families can schedule follow-up visits in the office or at home with an independent IBCLC. For any non-urgent breastfeeding questions, parents can call their dedicated breastfeeding “warm line” and get a response within 24 hours.

Advocare Main Line Pediatrics

701 Montgomery Avenue, Narbeth, PA 19072

100 Deerfield Lane, Malvern, PA 19355

Main Line Peds has two, in-house IBCLCs available upon request or referral. Each consult includes a review of mom and baby’s health history, pre- and post- feed weights, and an observed feeding. Families will leave their visit with a written feeding plan and other resources to help their baby thrive.

Penn Medicine Obstetrics and Maternity Care

Penn Parenting Resource Center
Garfield Duncan Building, Suite B3, 700 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Pennsylvania Hospital
800 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
3400 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Penn Medicine offers pre- and postpartum mom and baby classes, support groups, and in-person or virtual visits with an IBCLC. New parents also have access to in-hospital education, nursing supplies, and a phone line for any non-urgent questions.

Community Education & Peer Support

Beyond clinical settings, community organizations offer education, peer connection, and hands-on support for breastfeeding families. These local resources help new parents build confidence and community during the postpartum journey.

After the Stork

Serves the Main Line and Greater Philadelphia Area

After the Stork is a premier postpartum doula agency that provides newborn care and support to ease the transition into parenthood. They offer in-home breastfeeding support, assist with sterilizing bottles and pump equipment, help with infant sleep challenges and more.

B4 Village

452 South Lewis Road, Royersford, PA 19468

B4 Village provides a safe and nurturing space to educate, provide services and build community for new moms. B4 offers a wide variety of early parenthood classes, groups and workshops for pre- and postnatal support into toddlerhood. Their schedule includes class titles such as Preparing to Breastfeed, Prenatal Baby Care, Latch & Learn, Baby Led Solid Foods Workshop.

Main Line Family Education

34 Berkley Road, Suite 200, Devon, PA 19333

MLFED offers in-person, virtual, and on-demand classes covering all phases of new motherhood. “New Moms: Support and Connections” is their in-person weekly group for moms who’ve given birth within the last six months. Together, moms can connect, learn, and bond over the common challenges of breastfeeding and life postpartum.

Virtual Support & Other Postpartum Resources

Find additional breastfeeding support online at these websites dedicated to helping new moms get answers to questions about milk supply, latching, pumping and more.

La Leche League

La Leche League is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to providing support to parents who chose to breastfeed. The Facebook page serves as a safe space for nursing moms to ask questions and share experiences. Local chapters also offer virtual or in-person monthly meetings.

Kellymom.com

Kellymom.com is a well-trusted online resource for breastfeeding, infant feeding, and parenting. Founded by an IBCLC, it offers evidence-based support on topics such as milk supply, latching, pumping. It’s a quick and easy search during that 3 am feeding.

Main Line Breastfeeding and Lactation Resources

From Philadelphia IBCLCs, to community groups, and postpartum classes, Main Line parents have a slew of incredible resources available. With these supports, families can navigate the joys and challenges of breastfeeding with a healthy baby and a confident mama.

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