Prepare for Breastfeeding
Get off to a confident, well-prepared start with helpful resources and personalized support.
Free Video Resource
This video series by the Global Health Initiative is a real gem 💎
It's official, reliable, super easy to watch, and full of helpful, free content for anyone preparing to breastfeed. Whether you're just starting to explore or looking to deepen your understanding, I really recommend taking a look!
Breastfeeding Video Series
by the Global Health Initiative
Breast Pump Rental Service
Super helpful service that lets you rent an electric milk pump and deliver it to your door. You can get a prescription for the pump via your gynecologist or hospital in some cases. Then, most Krankenkasse refund fully the rental. You will only need to pay a deposit.
Milchwiese Pump Rental
Convenient breast pump rental with delivery
Additional Resources
La Leche League
La Leche League is an international non-profit organization that provides reliable information around breastfeeding. Use the search tool on their site to look up any topic of interest and find related articles (e.g. sore nipples, low milk supply etc). There are also in-person gatherings in Berlin & other cities in Germany.
Visit La Leche LeagueSupport groups
Your midwife, or the place where you gave birth might have support groups available for you: "Stillgruppe", "Stillcafe" are great opportunities to socialise and ask your questions to experts/peers. Ask your provider if they have this offer, or look for something in your area (Google "Stillgruppe Berlin"). Also, Gal Hirvoni hosts a lovely free event in english: Breastfeeding Q&A for Pregnant women. Every first Saturday of the month, 11:00 at Curious Fabrications Café
View Events & WorkshopsEnglish-speaking lactation consultants
You can look for lactation consultant to support you during your breastfeeding journey in Berlin. I would personally recommend Gal Hirvoni. You can also look for IBCLC consultants: highly qualified healthcare professional from the International Board Certified Lactation Consultants. Type IBCLC Berlin on Google.
I also offer a private in-person session to help you and your partner get off to a confident, well-prepared start with breastfeeding, tailored to your questions, goals, and rhythm as a family.
Contact me to book your session.