Lactation Resources
Free Online Breastfeeding Class
Lactation Home Support
Are you Pregnant or Postpartum? Interested in a one-on-one appointment but have trouble with transportation or accessibility?
Home Lactation Education and Support is available in Champaign County!
For more information or to start the scheduling process you can click the button below to send an e-mail. Please note a response may take 1-2 business days.
Tongue & Lip Tie Resources
What is a tongue tie?
A condition that occurs when the tissue that connects the tongue to the bottom of the mouth is short or tight, which can limit the function of the tongue.
What are the symptoms of tongue tie?
Nipple pain or damage (creased, compressed, blanched, cracked/bleeding)
Infant seems to have a hard time staying attached to the breast Infant may be experiencing a lot of gas/fussiness
Poor weight gain
Clicking sounds while nursing
Plugged ducts/mastitis
Low milk supply
Frequent feeds, unrelated to growth spurts
Why should you get an assessment?
Breastfeeding should not be painful, and is one of the main reasons why parents stop nursing. Milk supply will decrease if infant is unable to effectively remove milk, nipple trauma can lead to infections, and infant will have a hard time gaining/maintaining weight. TONGUE TIE INFORMATION & RESOURCES
Who to see?
It is best to see a lactation consultant to have a complete breastfeeding assessment done before any treatment. In mild cases, the feeding can be improved with minor adjustments or oral exercises. A lactation consultant can refer you to specialists for further assessment as needed. Below is a list of places where you may have a tongue and lip tie procedure completed.
Pump Recycling Resources
Solid Waste District at 1100 S. Detroit St. in Bellefontaine will take used breast pumps for recycling.
It can only be the pump itself, no tubing and flanges.
Cost: FREE
Spectra Pumps:
Your accessories can be recycled with your regular household items.
The pump and power cord can be recycled.
Send to the address:
Spectra Baby USA •Attn: Recycle Returns • 3430 Davie Road Ste. 306 • Davie, FL 33314
Cost: Shipping