Breastfeeding Support

Visit La Leche League International

Visit Breastfeeding Hawaii

Visit Breastfeeding 101

Visit Medications and Breastfeeding

Download Breastfeeding Laws in Hawaii

Visit Breastfeeding Clinics in Hawaii

Resources for Breastfeeding Support

We have compiled a list of websites that have resources for breastfeeding including local milk banks and lactation supports in Hawaii.

Helping Mothers Breastfeed at La Leche

La Leche League International helps mothers worldwide to breastfeed through mother-to-mother support, encouragement, information, education, and to promote a better understand of breastfeeding as an important element in the healthy development of the baby and mother.

Breastfeeding in Hawaii

Breastfeeding Hawai’i was established in 1990 by a journal club for lactation consultants. This organization’s mission is to collaborate with health professionals to educate and promote breastfeeding. Get lactation support, apply for milk donation or to receive breast milk from the local milk depot.

Breastfeeding 101

Women Infants and Children (USDA’s WIC) provides information on breastfeeding 101, common questions and challenges of breastfeeding, going back to work, pumping and more.

LactMed Database – Medications and Breastfeeding

Are you taking prescription, over the counter medicine, or supplements while breastfeeding? LactMed provides information on the effects of your medicine on breastfed infants and the effects on lactation and breastmilk.

Breastfeeding Laws in Hawaii

Download this pdf to learn about breastfeeding at work and in public in Hawaii.

Get Breastfeeding Help at Hawaii Clinics

In the state of Hawaii, there are 16 locations that serves over 27,000 patients enrolled into the WIC program to get breastfeeding help.

Everyone Experiences Stress

Keeping your family strong – Every family experiences stress, and the Child Welfare Information Gateway has compiled some resources to help parents weather the stress so they can remain strong when things get tough.

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

Learn More About FASD & Join Support Groups. Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is an important, often unrecognized issue that is preventable.

Support for Foster Families in Hawaii

Family Programs Hawaii’s Resource Families Support Services provides support to resource caregivers, aka foster families, and providers in Hawaii.

Resources for Special Needs Children in Hawaii

SPIN provides latest information that is happening in Hawai’i to families and providers regarding educational service, healthcare, and more.

Covid-19 Resources for Families with Autism

Autism Speaks provides educational resources and support for families and providers with autism. Tools and resources are recommended by the Covid-19 Autism Research Community Task Force.

How Much Should My Baby Sleep?

Newborns have shorter sleep cycles, but by the time they’re 3 months old, many infants develop a pattern to have longer patterns they’re awake and when they’re asleep.

Is Your Child a Picky Eater?

It’s important to provide a balanced diet for your family. Check out “Your Kids Table” for tips and printable recipes to try at home.

Feeding Your Child: Ages and Stages

Milestones for Feeding Your Child. As a parent, we want to feed in the right way for our child or children’s stage of development. Whether you have a newborn or a teenager, here are some basics for feeding your child at different ages and stages.

Support for New Parents in Hawaii

Breastfeeding and Support for New Parents in Hawaii. Nest For Families provides a network for local parents to connect with other families to get support for breastfeeding and any of the struggles new parents face. Get texts and phone calls to help you through your first years as a parent.

Keiki Heroes Teach Kids How to Stay Safe During the Pandemic

Learn How to Keep Your Child Safe During the Pandemic.