We are closed over the Christmas break.
Our Lactation Services team will be away from the end of day on Wednesday 19th December and back 7th January:
lactation@communitybirthservices.org.nz and the 022LATCHON (022 5282466) will be checked occasionally but not replied to unless urgent.
 
For personal help during this time, you may contact the following people:
1)      Lactation Consultancy team at Palmerston North Hospital. Every day (with the exception of public holidays).  Ring 06 356 9169 and ask them to page the LC.
2)      La Leche League breastfeeding support group offers phone help and perhaps help in person if the volunteer is available. 
Please check their website for contact numbers, wwwlalecheleague.org.nz/get-help.  No fee, but donations are always welcome.
3)      Lactation Consultant in private practice, Mary McGarvey, 027 6897408. Fee will apply.
4)      Lactation Consultant in private practice, Rebecca Robinson, referrals through the website uniquebeginnings.co.nz. Fee will apply.
5)      Lactation Consultant in private practice, Jackie Wheeler, breastfeedingmanawatu@gmail.com (email) or 027 368 5222. Consultation fee charged.
6)      Plunket Lactation Specialists, 0800 933 922 (Plunket Line)
 
With best wishes for a great Christmas and relaxing New Year from all the Team at
Community Birth Services

Lactation Consultant Team
​Phone: 022 528 2466

Our passionate Lactation Consultant (LC) team provides direct support for Mother, Pepi and Whanau experiencing challenges with breastfeeding.

We have certified Lactation Consultants that are available to assist you in any way they can. 

Whether you have a question and just want to talk it over on the phone or you would like to see a  member of our Lactation Consultant team in person just contact us.