Calgary, Cochrane and Red Deer breastfeeding support

Breastfeeding is a skill like any other and mother and baby learn with practice. You do not need to embark on this adventure alone, our Certified Lactation Educators (CLE) are available to help you succeed!

ALL NEW PACKAGES!!

Pregnant? Breastfeeding?​ We have created breastfeeding support packages just for you! We recognize ​no two families are the same so connect today to book the package that suits your needs. All packages can be viewed here.
Initial Breastfeeding Consultation (home or hospital)
Did you know you can have personalized care in the comfort of your own home, or immediately following birth in the hospital? Not only do you need to know this, you deserve to have it.

Initial consultations are perfect for mothers experiencing pain, concerns about  supply and challenges with baby's latch, milk transfer or growth. During an initial breastfeeding consultation (2-3 hours) our lactation specialist will:
  • review your medical history, including the birth and current feeding practices
  • communicate current evidence-based guidelines for breastfeeding success
  • observe and evaluate breastfeeding
  • educate on breastfeeding positions that encourage a successful latch 
  • suggest breastfeeding techniques to ensure baby is receiving enough milk
  • assist with troubleshooting if you are experiencing engorgement, sore nipples, etc.
  • create an action plan that works for you, your baby and family, as required
  • provide answers to questions or concerns you may have​

In-Home Appointments

Support is available to families in the following cities/towns: Calgary, Cochrane, Airdrie, Olds, and Red Deer + all areas of Rocky View County, Mountain View County and Clearwater County,
​Follow-Up Appointments (home)
If you have additional concerns, questions or difficulties please connect. Additional appointments can be scheduled at anytime and are charged at our regular rate.

Breastfeeding Circle

Cochrane Parent Link Centre
one Monday per month from 10:30am - 12:00pm
127 - 1 Avenue West, Cochrane, Alberta

Upcoming Dates:
October 21, 2019
November 4, 2019
December 9, 2019
*dates for 2020 coming soon!
I am so relieved a friend referred me to Erin after I had my son. He was four weeks old and hadn't latched before I contacted Erin. Previous to contacting Erin, I thought I had tried everything - we had his tongue clipped for a posterior tongue tie, I had been having weekly appointments with the LC's at the clinic as well as attending weekly doctor appointments at the Breastfeeding clinic. I was exhausted with the conflicting advice I was getting from everyone and was frustrated hearing that my son might just not be successful at a latch. After connecting with Erin, my son latched within days of implementing some of her tips. Her support and guidance when his latch started out shallow was amazing and she was always there when I needed some advice. By six weeks we had it down and he is a thriving breastfed baby today. - C.M.
"Erin helped me establish dual breastfeeding as I had twins...as a result I breastfed the twins until 13 months." - S.B.
"I have you to thank for all the support! Without you, I seriously doubt my stubbornness would have kept us going this long. It just goes to show just how much support is truly needed as far as breastfeeding goes, and also what a wonderful gift you are giving to our community. Thank you Erin, for always being there to answer my questions, offer support and information, and giving me confidence in my decisions as a mother. I truly enjoy breastfeeding and am so glad I was able to stick it out to get to this point." - A.R.