Frequently Asked Questions: The Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative
Lauren Hanley, MD, IBCLC, of the OB/GYN Department at Mass General answers questions about what it means to be a Baby-Friendly Hospital.
Mass General offers several weekly groups that provide support and information about breastfeeding and adjusting to parenthood.
Weekly groups for pregnant patients, lactating patients and their families led by Massachusetts General Hospital nurses and lactation consultants provide a friendly and supportive environment to discuss questions regarding breastfeeding, newborn care, adjusting to parenthood and breast pump use.
Groups are free and open to the public.
Virtual Breastfeeding Support Group
Happening virtually on Wednesdays at 2 pm, this group provides support and guidance for breastfeeding, parenting and healing after childbirth. Email ipc@mghihp.edu for more information.
The MGH Center for Women’s Mental Health
The Center specializes in postpartum psychiatric disorders, psychiatric disorders during pregnancy, and breastfeeding while taking psychiatric medications.
Find out how the Center can help you
Please Note
Due to COVID-19, the groups below are on pause. We will update this page when they're able to resume.
Me and My Baby Support Group
A weekly social and supportive group for lactating patients lead by a registered nurse and a lactation consultant. Join us to meet other families, ask questions, share your experiences and get support.
Time: Wednesdays from 9:30 - 11:00 am
Location: Yawkey Center for Outpatient Care, 4-820
Massachusetts General Hospital
55 Fruit Street
Boston, MA
The Mother Infant Lactation Club (MILC)
The Mother Infant Lactation Club (MILC) is a place for lactating patients to come with their babies and ask questions about being a new parent. We cover a wide variety of topics, including breastfeeding, breast pumps, newborn care, introducing solid foods and sleep habits. At each meeting, there is a professional lactation counselor present to answer your questions. This group is full of laughter and many friendships. This is a safe no judgment space for families.
Time: Mondays from 10:00 am - 11:30 pm
Location: Roger Sweet Conference Room (exterior entrance door #2)
Mass General Revere Healthcare Center
300 Ocean Avenue
Revere, MA
For more information about MILC, please call Blanca Zaky at 781-485-6040 or Danielle Churchill at 617-887-4105.
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The state-of-the-art research conducted in the OB/GYN Department is focused on improving obstetric and gynecologic care for women across the lifespan.
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