Breastfeeding Clinic

Description:Breastfeeding Clinic in [City, Province/State] offers feeding assessments, advice, support, and referrals for infants and families.

Location:150 Main Street, Cambridge, ON

Phone:519-575-4400

Service Area:Waterloo Region

Categories:NursingPrimary Care

Other Locations:

— 20 Weber St, Kitchener, ON
— 99 Regina St S, Waterloo, ON
— 150 Frederick St, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J3

Website Reference:

https://regionofwaterloo.ca/en/health-and-wellness/public-health-breastfeeding-clinics.aspx

Patient and Visitor Experience for Breastfeeding Clinic

Accepting New Patients:Yes

Funding:public

Patient Age Range:Infants of any age

Best Fit Patients:Infants of any age and their families seeking non-judgmental feeding support, including breastfeeding, chestfeeding, body feeding, human milk, and artificial baby milk (formula).

Patient Instructions:

Arrive 15 minutes early for parking and check-in.
Bring hospital discharge papers if baby is under a month old.
Bring records for tracking feedings and wet/dirty diapers.
Be ready to feed your baby if desired.
A support person is welcome.
Have your questions ready.
For video/phone appointments, find a private and quiet place.
Let the nurse know if anyone else is listening in to the appointment.
Have a pen and paper ready for notes.
If the nurse is to watch a feed, have a support person ready to help with camera setup/holding.
Ensure a stable internet connection, smartphone or computer with camera and microphone for virtual appointments.

Physical Directions:

In-person appointments are available at 20 Weber Street, Kitchener (second floor clinic area); 150 Main Street, Cambridge (main floor clinic area); and 99 Regina Street South, Waterloo (second floor clinic area).

How to Book:

Book online or call 519-575-4400. For 3 or more children, call to book.

Services and Specialties for Breastfeeding Clinic

Main Services

Feeding assessmentsAdviceSupportReferrals to community servicesBaby weighingLatching and positioning techniquesPumping guidanceInfant careGrowth and developmentAttachment questions

Telehealth Available:Yes

Telehealth Details:Virtual or telephone appointments are available, allowing patients to speak with a Public Health Nurse from home. Virtual appointments use a video call link provided in a confirmation email, with a phone call as a backup if video access fails.

Specialties for Breastfeeding Clinic

The following types of medical expertise are offered by providers indicated to work at this location.

Walk-in