 The benefits of breastfeeding extend well beyond basic nutrition.
Not only do babies receive all the vitamins and nutrients they need
for the first six months of life; breast milk is also packed with
disease-fighting substances that protect babies from illness.
However, even though breastfeeding may be "natural," that doesn't
mean it comes so naturally. The group provides mother-to-mother
encouragement to breastfeeding moms. The mothers and babies meet
from noon to 1:30 p.m. each Wednesday in Steinfort B at ALMH.
The meetings are led by Renea Coberly, certified lactation
consultant and R.N., who works in obstetrics at ALMH. At each
meeting, the babies are weighed and participants can ask questions
and discuss their current issues. There is no registration required
and walk-ins are welcome.
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For more information about the group, individuals can call
217-732-2161, ext. 55231.
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ALMH's Family Maternity Suites is a state-of-the-art obstetrical
center that features three spacious and private labor, delivery,
recovery, postpartum rooms with private restrooms and showers. Each
mom and baby receives individualized care. To learn more about the
Family Maternity Suites or the other health care services
offered at ALMH, visit www.almh.org.
[Text from file received from
Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital] |
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