Programs
Breastfeeding Classes & Resources
Breastfeeding Support Center
Promoting and supporting a commitment to Mother’s Milk for baby for the first four weeks and longer. Our Breastfeeding Support Team includes Public Health Nurses, Registered Nurses, and WIC Dietitians with specified lactation training.
Services are available:
- in your home
- by telephone
- at the Horizon Public Health Office
Breastfeeding Classes
Mothers and birth partners are encouraged to attend during their third trimester. Cost is $25 per couple.
Register Here for Breastfeeding Classes
Breastfeeding classes will cover the following topics:
- Benefits of Breastfeeding
- How Breastfeeding Works
- How to Breastfeed
- When to Feed Your Baby
- Getting Enough Milk
- Breast Care
- Breastfeeding Lifestyle
Classes are held at 809 Elm Street, Conference Room 4 in Alexandria on Wednesday from 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
February 7, May 1, August 7, November 6
Childbirth Classes
We are no longer offering Childbirth Classes. Please contact your primary provider for available options.
Lactation Station Tent Check-Out
The Horizon Public Health Lactation Station Tents are available for check-out, to use at community events or spaces. There is a large 10 foot x 10 foot tent and a smaller pop-up tent (one user at a time). These tents are not for private or personal use.
Lactation Station Check-Out Rules
Equipment Check-Out Request and Agreement Form
Please email completed Equipment Check-Out Forms to Whitney at whitneyl@horizonph.org.
Contact Information
Register Here for Breastfeeding Classes
Once registered, you will be emailed a Zoom link for your class.