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Breastfeeding Support Groups and Resources
One of the essential things for successful breastfeeding is support, not only from your family, but from knowledgeable counsellors and consultants. When I started breastfeeding, I didn't know any better and experienced a myriad of problems. I met with several lactation consultants (with one even giving me formula samples) and researched on my own before finally establishing a good breastfeeding relationship with my daughter. I earlier thought that there was limited support for breastfeeding moms in the Philippines. But as I became more active in various activities, I realized that there are several groups who provide counseling and assistance to breastfeeding moms. Here's a list which I hope will help moms in the Philippines looking for breastfeeding support and resources: L.A.T.C.H (Lactation, Attachment, Training, Counselling, Help) Buding Dee 09178920195 Jen CC Tan 09175325643 L.A.T.C.H. is a hospital-based group of trained peer counsellors who conduct breastfeeding workshops, breastfeeding support and hospital/home visits, among others. I recently started training to be certified as a peer counsellor with L.A.T.C.H. This group is based in The Medical City, Pasig City. The Breastfeeding Club Abbie V. Yabot 0918-9357238 or 09228292268 Abbie does hospital visits in Makati Med to help moms in the early days. She also does home consultations. Abbie helped me in the early days when I was having problems with Naima's latch. Abbie also conducts classes, Breastfeeding 101, 202 and 303 and maintains the group breastfriends@yahoogroups.com. La Leche League Philippines/Best Friends in Breastfeeding Cris Nicandro Rosenthal - U.S. Certified Doula (Birthing/Labor Coach)Breastfeeding Advocate and La Leche League Leader (0917)894-1099 / 725-0776 / 721-9388 Meetings are held every second Saturday from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Venue: Parish Hall, Mary the Queen Church, Madison Street, Greenhills, San Juan, Metro Manila (right across from Xavier School) This group also includes Abbie Yabot and Dr. Patricia Malay-Kho (IBCLC). Zeny Feliciano Breastfeeding Coach/Lactation Counselor—Therapist Phones: (Smart) 0919 702 8619 (Globe) 0926 713 8377 Home Visits:Prenatal MassagePostpartum-Lactation Management/Treatment Visits: Hospital Postpartum-Lactation Management/Treatment Moms, Milk & More (MoMiMor) Chiqui Brosas-Hahn +63917-88BIRTH or Email MoMiMor "gives regular monthly classes that are usually held in Gymboree" Chiqui is a "US Trained Childbirth Educator and Certified Bradley Instructor who gives "Prepared Childbirth Classes" in Pulse Yoga studio all year round. Arugaan Nanay Ines Fernandez OR Velvet C. Escario-Roxas - +63-915-7741614 Counseling service for breastfeeding, infant nutrition and mother-baby friendly alternatives.#2 Starlight cor. Vista St., SSS Village, Marikina CityTel: +632-4905452 or 4263918 Bosom Buddy Pam Magallon-Yap 656-4993 or 0916-6363593 Email here OR here 28 Stoney Creek cor. Marble Lane Vista Verde Country Homes Cainta, Rizal,Philippines The Bosom Buddy website is packed with information - from pregnancy preparation, labor and delivery to breastfeeding. They also have information on proper diet and healthy eating. Breastfeeding Philippines Dr. Elvira Henares-Esguerra and Nona Andaya-Castillo The Breastfeeding Clinic, TESDA Women’s Center East Service Road, South Super Highway, Taguig, Metro Manila 444-4716; 271-0954 or 0919839-5555 Runs the Philippine Lactation Resource and Training Center, based at the TESDA Women’s Center, focusing on breastfeeding support and parenting classes. Information on their training programs is available here. Breastfeeding PinayWebsite created by Pinays who used to and continue to breastfeed. Compiles information about breastfeeding, where to get help and how to continue to breastfeed despite going back to work. Has an excellent article about establishing a lactation support program in your workplace. Medela Moms 29 1st St., New Manila 725-3723, 738-6272; 0917-5614366 Maricel Cua and Beng Feliciano Maricel and Beng are the official Philippine distributors of Medela products. They recently opened their showroom and make it a complete haven for breastfeeding moms by stocking it with reference books and conducting classes/workshops there. Mom Massage Tel. Nos. 412-9003, 374-5062 Offers Prenatal Massage, Post-partum Massage, Lactation Massage(Home-service) Lita Nery Contact Nos. (049) 5335597 / 09185557565 Breastfeeding counselor, massage therapist for pregnant nursing mothers. Mommy Sense (Davao City) Lyn Buyco-Tan 0916-5400280 or 09238517841 c/o The Oak & Acorn Learning Toy Shop Door No. 5, Residencia del Marina Jacinto Street, Davao City Telephone number: 3006624 For Davao-based mommies, Lyn is a great breastfeeding resource person. Her group organized Portraits of Love, a photo exhibit of breastfeeding moms in Davao. Comments: Great post! Great resources!!! 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