Breastfeeding Information
Our Passion for Breastfeeding
We recognize that many women in Southeast Texas, for one reason or
another did not or do not breastfeed their child(ren), despite a real
desire to be successful.

It is our position that one of the major contributing factors to low
breastfeeding rates in our area is that there is virtually no local support
for breastfeeding mothers. Often the information that breastfeeding
mothers get comes from someone who has no personal breastfeeding
experience and little to no direct lactation education.

We further recognize that the decision to breastfeed is highly personal
and many mothers have had negative experiences regarding certain
aspects of breastfeeding.  Though we do actively promote breastfeeding,
it is not our intent to foster or contribute to an adversarial relationship
with mothers or with their health care professionals whose experience or
basic philosophy on this issue differ from ours. Our main objective is to
help women who want to be successful at breastfeeding by providing a
community of support to encourage them towards that goal.

Breastfeeding is at the core of and is one of the central themes in the
Whole Mothering Center Program. We would be doing our community a
disservice and not being true to our mission if we tip-toed around the
facts surrounding our core beliefs.

For more on this important issue including links to articles and research,
please see below.
Copyright 2007
Whole Mothering Center
This page updated May 26, 2008

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Copyright of this image has been signed over to
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Whole Mothering Center
Southeast Texas Maternal Resources
Our Breastfeeding Information page has several sections to help you locate just the right bit of
information you are looking for, from general information to finding local resources and services. This
page is still under construction, so please bear with us until we have all of the sections completed. Until
then, if you have any questions, please contact us via our Contact Page, or the Breastfeeding Warmline.

We offer information and research for mothers in the process of deciding if breastfeeding is the right
choice for them, education and resources for mothers who will be or are new to breastfeeding, and
entertainment and personal stories for the mom who's "been there, done that". We hope to answer your
questions and share tips and points of interest along the way.

If you need help with a breastfeeding concern immediately, the Whole Mothering Center offers a
"Breastfeeding Warmline" that you can call, leave your name and phone number and a qualified lactation
specialist will return your call.  

409.347.1245
For our safety and yours, we do not do third-party calls. Though we are happy to see encouraging and supportive father of breastfed
babies, Whole Mothering Center Breastfeeding Warmline calls will only be returned if the mother who is in need of this service calls.
We have a wide rage of things we'd like to offer on this page, from
information that may help you decide if breastfeeding is right for you,
to resources for information and entertainment.

Soon, you will find here articles written by local mothers, tip sheets
and other materials that you may find helpful, answering questions like:














We hope that you will check back soon!

Beaumont Breastfeeding Coalition

The Beaumont Breastfeeding Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to
promoting breastfeeding awareness in Southeast Texas by bringing together mothers,
physicians, health care providers, educators and business owners to enact positive
community-wide changes in maternal and child health.

In cooperation with the Healthy People 2010 initiative, the BBC's plan of action is to
raise breastfeeding rates in Southeast Texas and to encourage more 'Baby Friendly'
employers for breastfeeding mothers.

To learn more or get involved, contact:  
beaumontbreastfeedingcoalition-owner@yahoogroups.com

















La Leche League International is a nonprofit, nonsectarian organization dedicated to
providing information, support, and encouragement to women who want to breastfeed.
LLL of Beaumont meets each month to provide the same for women in our area. All
women, whether they are currently breastfeeding, pregnant or simply interested in
breastfeeding, are welcome to come to our meetings or call our Leaders, regardless
of whether or not you have beastfed, how long you have or if you plan to breastfeed!

Leader Contact Information
Amity 755-3273
Heather 347-1245
or email beaumontlll-owner@yahoogroups.com for information.
Did you know?

W.I.C. will provide a
breast pump and
nursing bras to
qualifying mothers free
of charge! In addition,
breastfeeding mothers
are allowed additional
produce & other items
not available to other
clients.
Talk to your WIC
Breastfeeding Support
Person now!

WIC Offices in
Jefferson Co.
Breastfeeding
Resources for
Women of Color

Black Breastfeeding Blog
was created by Jennifer
James as a way to reach
black mothers who are
currently breastfeeding or
who want to breastfeed in
the future.

Mocha Milk
All things related to
breastfeeding and the
African-American woman.
General breastfeeding
information, issues specific
to African-Americans (and
biracial and other
minorities), support,
research and
encouragement.
Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital Breastfeeding Warmline:
409.899.8523 or toll free 1.800.810.2829
Lori Wenner, IBCLC
Stacie Jones, IBCLC
Nature's Way Breast Pumps  (Medela Products & Accessories)

Debbie Maxwell
2655 N 9th St
Beaumont, TX 77703
(409) 898-8417

Walson, Inc (Ameda Products & Rentals)
50 N 11th St
Beaumont, TX 77702
(409) 835-3091

A note about breast pumps: Please do not buy a breast pump that is made
by a company that also manufactures or promotes infant formula! There
have been many reports of damaged breast tissue with their use.
Mother's Milk Bank
900 E. 30th Street, Suite 214
Austin, TX 78705

phone 512-494-0800 • fax 512-494-0880 •
toll-free 1-877-813-MILK (1-877-813-6455)  

email: info@mmbaustin.org

Become a donor!
Texas Children's Hospital Lactation Program &
Mother's Own Milk Bank

Lactation Program / Milk Bank West Tower, Room 445
Telephone number 832-824-6120
Referral Fax Number 832-825-3633  

Mother's Own Milk Bank
Days / Times Daily, (including weekends and holidays)
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (After hours, contact the lactation consultant on call through the
page operator at 832-824-2099.)  

Lactation Support
Assistant Director Nancy Hurst, R.N., D.S.N.(c), I.B.C.L.C.

E-mail nmhurst@texaschildrenshospital.org  
Mother's Milk Bank of North Texas
1300 West Lancaster Avenue, Suite 108
Fort Worth, Texas 76102

Voice: (817) 810-0071, FAX: (817) 810-0087, Toll Free: 1 (866) 810-0071

Email: mmbnt@hotmail.com

Become a donor!
Texas Milk Banks
Local Resources, Lactation Consultants & Support
Breast Pump Rentals & Sales
Breastfeeding Warmlines
Whole Mothering Center Breastfeeding Warmline:
409.347.1245
Heather Thomas, BE
Links: Articles, Forums and other Information
Coming Soon to this Page:
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FirstRight aspires to ensure freedom from discrimination for breastfeeding
mothers and their children. FirstRight works collaboratively with other
organizations to protect, promote and support breastfeeding as the cultural norm.

Report Breastfeeding Discrimination!
Breast Pump Corner
Do I need a breast pump?
What kind of pump should I get?
Can a pump show how much milk I am making?
How do I store and use pumped milk?

These questions and more answered on our
NEW 'Breast Pump Information' page!