Services
 The
Breastfeeding Resource Center offers the following types of
services:
Some services may be covered by your insurance. Income-based sliding-scale fees make consultation an affordable investment in your family's health. Professional consultations can range in price from $10 to $110 depending on the length of the visit and your family’s income. Weight checks are $5 for everyone!
 Professional
Services
Weight Checks: Baby's weight and other vital
breastfeeding information gathered and faxed to the baby's
physician.
Lactation Consultation: An International
Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) observes and
evaluates a feeding, develops a care plan for mother and baby
and sends a report to the primary health care provider.
Follow-Up Consultation: Fine-tunes the intial
care plan and reinforces feelings of success.
Breastfeeding "Check-ups": Moms
can take time to talk to an IBCLC to gain confidence in their
breastfeeding experience.
Back-to-Work Consultation: Mother works
with an IBCLC to tailor a plan that fits her individual needs.
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Retail Sales
- Breast pump rental
- Baby scale rental
- Sale of wide range of breast pumps
- Nursing bras (certified bra fitter available)
- Nursing pillows
- Other breastfeeding aides
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Educational Offerings for Health Care Professionals
Clinical Internships and Clinical Day Programs for:
- Aspiring Lactation Consultants
- Home Care Nurses
- Medical Office Staff
- Resident Physicians
- WIC Counselors
- Public Health Students
- Breastfeeding Counselors
We can design a customized program to meet your needs!
The BRC internship program is designed to give aspiring lactation consultants the clinical hours necessary to sit for the certification exam. The BRC currently has three interns learning the ropes of lactation consultation. Its innovative program allows interns the experience to help mothers from birth to toddlerhood and gives them an opportunity to practice and hone ways to support and protect the breastfeeding couple. A quote from a BRC intern....
"Colette,
You are an inspiration to me and many others. You are absolutely needed in the lactation community with your fresh perspective and easy-going nature. Furthermore, without you, I wouldn't even be close to realizing my dreams. Thanks for believing in me!" - J.M. Sellersville, PA
For Health-Care Professionals and Breastfeeding Counselors:
Brownbag Lunch Breastfeeding Update Series 2007-2008
Check out our latest schedule and phone, mail, or email your registration.
All classes are free to healthcare professionals and lay breastfeeding counselors.
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