Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding Policy

Exclusive breastfeeding is associated with many health benefits for both the baby and the mother.  

We have adopted a policy to encourage, protect and support breastfeeding.

You will therefore receive breastfeeding support from our various caregivers.  

Did you know?

The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life, followed by continued breastfeeding for up to 2 years and beyond.

Pacifiers (soothers) are not recommended until your milk supply is well established and your baby has learned to latch and suck correctly.

Be Ready to Breastfeed!

To prepare for possible breastfeeding challenges, watch this bilingual educational video created by our CIUSSS!

It includes testimonials from mothers and expert opinions on apprehensions and challenges encountered when breastfeeding!

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Baby-Friendly Designation

The Lac-Saint-Louis Birthing Centre, the 4 CLSCs (Lac-Saint-Louis, Pierrefonds, Dorval-Lachine and LaSalle) and the St. Mary’s Hospital Centre all have their Baby-Friendly designation. The Lakeshore General Hospital and Hôpital de LaSalle are working towards theirs. 

What is the Baby-Friendly Initiative (BFI)? 

  • The Baby-Friendly Initiative is a program that reflects the continuum of care and services across our healthcare system. Publicly-funded healthcare facilities such as hospitals, birthing centres and community health centres that offer pre and postnatal services are eligible for BFI assessment and designation in Canada.
  • To be BFI designated, facilities must adhere to and fulfill the requirements of the 10 Steps for Successful Breastfeedingas outlined by WHO/UNICEF and adapted by the Breastfeeding Committee for Canada.   This process is evaluated by a team of BFI assessors.
    Source: Breastfeeding Committee for Canada - Baby-Friendly Initiative 
    Reference: WHO/UNICEF (2018). Implementation Guidance. Protecting, promoting and supporting breastfeeding in facilities providing maternity and newborn services: The revised Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative. Geneva: WHO.

Breastfeeding drop-ins

At the drop-ins:

  • A nurse will be available to answer your questions
  • A scale is available to weigh your baby
  • You will have the opportunity to chat with other parents

Click here to see the schedule! 

CLSC de Pierrefonds

Schedule without an appointment
Every Thursday9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Workshop (10 a.m.)
September 11Introduction to Solid Foods – Presentation in English
October 2Language Development (0-12 months) – Bilingual Presentation
October 9Introduction to Solid Foods – Presentation in French
October 23The Myth of the Perfect Parent - Bilingual Presentation
November 6Language Development (0-12 months) – Bilingual Presentation
November 13Introduction to Solid Foods – Presentation in English
November 20Self-Care as a Parent - Bilingual Presentation
December 4Language Development (0-12 months) – Bilingual Presentation
December 11Introduction to Solid Foods – Presentation in French
December 18Sleep - Bilingual Presentation

For a follow-up appointment contact: 514-626-2572, ext. 4531

CLSC du Lac-Saint-Louis

Schedule without an appointment
Every Thursday1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Workshop (2 p.m.)
September 4Introduction to Solid Foods – Presentation in French
September 11Sleep – Bilingual Presentation
September 25Fun Times at the Table – Presentation in English
October 2Introduction to Solid Foods – Presentation in English
October 16The Myth of the Perfect Parent – Bilingual Presentation
October 30Sel-Care as a Parent – Bilingual Presentation
November 6Introduction to Solid Foods – Presentation in French
November 27Motor Development (0-12 months) – Bilingual Presentation
December 4Introduction to Solid Foods – Presentation in English

For a follow-up appointment contact: 514-697-4110, ext. 1346

Bibliothèque Saul-Bellow
3100, rue Saint-Antoine, Montréal (Lachine), QC  H8S 4B8

Schedule without an appointment
Every Tuesday10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

CLSC de LaSalle

Schedule without an appointment
Every Thursday8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

 

Infection Prevention and Control

  • Do not attend if you or your child has any flu-like symptoms.
  • Please disinfect your chair or mat with the disinfectant wipes available.

All babies are welcome !

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