Mono County Breastfeeding Resources

Breast milk is the healthiest food you can give your baby. It also reduces the risk of childhood obesity. These organizations can help:

La Leche League Eastern Sierra
All women are invited to attend group meetings in Bishop. Pregnant moms and babies are welcome. Call Ida Adkins for more information on meetings or for individual support, lactation counseling, and home visits. La Leche League website: www.llli.org
Contact: Ida Adkins,  La Leche League Leader, (760) 873‐7707 (weekdays and weekends).

Inyo/Mono WIC Program
All women may call the breastfeeding support line to speak with a Certified Lactation Educator 8‐12 and 1‐5 M‐F.
(760) 872‐0964

WIC clients (income eligible) may receive breastfeeding support from an onsite Certified Lactation Educator in various Mono County communities. Call the WIC office in Bishop for an appointment.
(760) 872‐1885

Toiyabe Indian Health Center WIC Program
All women may call to speak with a Lactation Consultant from 8‐12 and 1‐5 M‐F. Please call with any questions or concerns. Contact: Irene Mason (760) 872‐3707 (office phone)

New Parent Support Program, Mountain Warfare Training Center, Coleville
Military families are eligible for this no cost program.
Services to program participants include breastfeeding support during childbirth classes, home visits, and “Baby Boot Camp.”
Contact: Deb Goodman,PHN  ddgoodman@gbis.com
(530) 495.9358 (office phone)

Carson‐Tahoe Regional Healthcare
Women who have delivered at Carson‐Tahoe Hospital may call the Labor and Delivery Unit or the hotline to speak with a Lactation Consultant. If you call the hotline, leave a message with your phone number, and a Lactation Consultant will return your call.
(775) 445‐5103 (Labor & Delivery)
(775) 445‐5122 (hotline)

Barton Memorial Hospital and Clinics
Lactation Consultants are available for questions by phone for women who have delivered at Barton Memorial Hospital. All women may schedule an appointment with a Lactation Consultant on Tuesdays or Thursdays. Call for breastfeeding support or to schedule an appointment.
(530) 543‐5547 (Labor & Delivery)

Virtual Breastfeeding Help .com
All mothers can receive personalized breastfeeding help on the computer via SKYPE by International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC).

Consultation services cost $125/hour, $100/45min, $75/30min, and $50/20min follow up. Low‐income women who cannot afford these costs can receive these services at a subsidized rate. Also, you may sign up for a drawing of a free consultation each month.
Website: www.virtualbreastfeedinghelp.com

Mono County Health Department
All Mono County residents may rent a breast pump free of charge for 3 months.
WIC clients will be re‐evaluated every 3 months, and may rent a pump for a maximum of 1 year dependent on need and supply.  Non‐WIC participants will return the pump after 3 months and be given resources for purchasing or renting breast pumps from other agencies.
(760) 924‐1830

Air‐Way Medical Supply
Dual electric Medela breast pumps are available for sale ($289.00) and rental ($20.00 deposit, $39.00 attachment kit, and $50.00/month rental fee).
(760) 872‐1117

Medical and Clinical Support

You may call your Medical Provider, Pediatrician, or Labor & Delivery Unit for questions related to breastfeeding and breast health.

Pioneer Home Health
Women with private insurance may be able to receive a post‐partum home visit by a nurse (from Chalfant and Crowley to June Lake).

Services are provided under direction of a Medical Provider.
Services include assessment of mom and the newborn, breastfeeding instruction, support with infant care, and bonding.
(760) 872‐4663

Breastfeeding Friendly Locations
Support all mothers by providing comfortable seating for breastfeeding or pumping, access to drinking water, and staff commitment to supporting breastfeeding.

Mono County Health Department
Mammoth Lakes office open from 8‐5 M‐F
(760) 924‐1830

Bridgeport office open from 8‐12 and 1‐5 M‐F
(760) 932‐5580

Mammoth Hospital Labor & Delivery
Open 24 hours/day
(760) 924‐4019

First 5 Mono County Office, Mammoth Lakes
Open from 8‐12 and 1‐5 M‐F
(760) 924‐7626

Helpful Websites
www.llli.org (La Leche League)
www.breastfeed.org
www.gotmom.org
www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding
www.womenshealth.gov/breastfeeding

Source:  Mono County Breastfeeding Taskforce, updated 1/21/10 3