Lactation Resources

Educational resources, support and classes in your area are available for mothers who choose to breastfeed. Some hospitals offer board-certified lactation consultants to help new mothers.

Lactation Education, Support and Classes

• Breastfeeding Classes and Support

  Breastfeeding Classes and Support

  Breastfeeding Classes and Support

  • Anthem 24/7 Nurse Line: 888-279-5449
    When you call Anthem's 24-hour Nurse Line, you'll speak directly to a registered nurse who can help and answers your health-related questions. The call is toll-free and the service is available anytime — days, nights, weekends and holidays. Plus, your call is confidential. The 24-hour Nurse Line can help you get the information you need, when you need it. Then, you can make a more informed decision about your health and find some peace of mind.
  • Parkview Hospital:
    Use their calendar to locate breastfeeding classes in your area
  • Lutheran Health Network-Dupont Hospital:
    • Online calendar of events
    • Breastfeeding Basics classes
    • Breastfeeding Support and New Mom Support Group
  • La Leche League of Indiana-Fort Wayne:
    Provides mother-to-mother support, encouragement, education and information to new mothers
  • Neighborhood Health Clinics, Inc.
    The Allen County WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) is a supplemental nutrition program committed to improving the health of eligible pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children by providing nutrition education, nutritious foods, and breastfeeding support.
  • Breastfeeding Information: Indiana Government
    Provides information about breastfeeding laws, WIC Peer Counselor Program, how to clean breast pump, WIC breastfeeding support, and other resources
• Breast Pump and Supplies

  Breast Pump and Supplies

  Breast Pump and Supplies

  All Purdue University faculty and staff medical plans cover breast pumps and supplies under the Women’s Health Provision at 100 percent, not subject to deductible. It is limited to the purchase or rental of one breast pump per year as ordered or prescribed by a physician. Rental is also allowed up to the purchase price and includes related supplies. Learn about options for ordering or renting breast pump and other lactation aids.

• Lacation Consultants

  Lacation Consultants

  • Lutheran Health Network: Dupont Hospital—Certified Lactation Consultations
    Board-certified lactation consultants are available to assist if you are having problems nursing or if feeding is not going well. They can also address any other concerns you may have as well. Learn more about their services and how to schedule an appointment.
  • International Lactation Consultants Association (ILAC)—Use this directory to find a lactation consultant in your area.