Breastfeeding support
We know some moms and babies need help as they learn to breastfeed. We provide education during pregnancy and support in the hospital and after your baby’s birth.
Find breastfeeding support near you
Call your nearest location to schedule a private, one‑on‑one consultation. Appointments are one hour during weekday business hours, with remote options available. Please arrive 10 minutes early and bring a hungry baby.
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Speak to a lactation consultant at any time
Some of our maternity centers offer a breastfeeding support “warm-line” voice message system for non-emergency telephone callbacks from lactation consultant:
Call 1-732-303-5258
Call 1-973-831-5263
Call 1-973-971-5371
Call 1-973-831-5263
Call 1-908-522-2229
Pregnancy health and wellness articles
Mental WellnessPostpartum depression: 4 ways to protect your mental health after pregnancyIf you or a loved one is struggling with postpartum depression, you’re not alone. An Atlantic Health specialist explains how to gain control of this common perinatal mood and anxiety disorder.
Pregnancy8 myths about breastfeeding If you’re deciding how to best feed your baby, you may find the advice confusing and conflicting. An Atlantic Health expert helps set the record straight.
Pregnancy First-time mom survives life-threatening health complicationsFor Rachelle, pregnancy brought on serious health challenges. But under the watchful eyes of maternal health experts at Morristown and Overlook Medical Centers, Rachelle became a mom.
PregnancyHow patients and providers can support black maternal health Find ways to support Black maternal health from a maternal-fetal medicine specialist at Atlantic Health System who treats pregnancy complications.
Women's HealthIs it the baby blues or something more serious?Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) are common, emerging during and/or in the first year after pregnancy. Learn the signs and how to get help.
Patient StoriesHeart experts help nurse beat preeclampsiaWhen preeclampsia struck nurse Jennifer Tavares, heart experts at Atlantic Health System helped her manage the condition and safely deliver her baby.
Women's Health8 Truths About Midwives and Pregnancy If you’re expecting a baby and have thought about working with a midwife, here are some common misperceptions that just might surprise you. Certified nurse midwives can give you an intimate experience throughout pregnancy, labor and delivery, and even postpartum care.
Healthy LivingHigh blood pressure during pregnancy: what you need to knowFor some moms-to-be, a serious type of high blood pressure called preeclampsia can develop, which, if not properly managed, can become life-threatening for both mother and baby.
Women's HealthFibroids and fertilityAn Atlantic Health System physician explains the fibroid symptoms and the connection between fibroids and fertility.
Women's HealthOvercoming Disparities in Black Maternal HealthBlack women are more likely to die from pregnancy complications than white women. Learn how education and access to care can make a difference.
Women's HealthA Nurses Checklist: Packing for Labor and DeliveryIf you're having a baby and plan to deliver at a hospital, packing a few essentials can offer a little extra comfort and peace of mind. You don't need much, but here' a checklist to consider when it's time to meet your new baby.
Women's HealthThe Importance of Primary Care PostpartumAtlantic Health experts share what to expect in the fourth trimester, including what healthy pregnancy recovery looks like and how primary care can help.
Awards and accreditations
We’re proud to say all of our maternity centers have each received the prestigious Baby-Friendly® designation from Baby-Friendly USA (BFUSA).
CentraState, Chilton, Morristown, Newton and Overlook medical centers