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Welcome to
New England Prenatal and Family Education
New England Prenatal and Family Education is the prenatal education offering of Lactation Services, LLC. We are UMass Memorial’s chosen provider of education for expecting women, new moms, their families and support persons. Lactation Services, LLC was founded in 2011 to provide Lactation Professionals to UMASS Memorial Hospitals Inpatient and NICU Moms.
Excellence In Education
Our relevant & evidence-based curricula has been carefully developed by a certified nurse-midwife, a nurse-practitioner & IBCLC and a team of highly competent and experienced educators.
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Do yourself and your baby a favor by being the best prepared parent you can be. Check out our class details here and don’t miss our special prepared parent package for extra savings!
Classes
Educators
Our Educators are experts in their respective fields. Each instructor brings their unique experience to each class and family they teach. We invite you to learn more about our instructors.
Resources
We offer a number of resources for our class participants including access to breast pumps and accessories for new and expectant mothers.
Fallon Health Members
Fallon Health Members register for free!
FALLON MEMBERS: Prepared Childbirth, Refresher or Sibling Class offered by New England Prenatal and Family Education. No out of pocket cost.
(please note: diagnosis codes are not necessary for this form)
Breast Pumps and Accessories
Under the Affordable Care Act you may be eligible for an insurance covered breast pump. Health Baby Essentials in the premier provider of breast pumps and accessories to new and expectant mothers.
Healthy Baby Essentials offers:
- A breastpump program for the Fallon Oh Baby Members to obtain further info click this link.
- Fallon ACO Members can also order from a wide selection of breastpump brands ( Medela, Ameda, Spectra, Lansinoh, Unimom, Ardo, Freemie ) by selecting this link.
- Is fully accredited Durable Medical Equipment Company contracted with most major insurance companies and Medicaid
- We can provide same and next day service for all of your breast pump and medical equipment to your hospital room or home
For more information visit Healthy Baby Essentials or call 1-888-495-7491 for more information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Breastfeeding Support Resources
KellyMom.com- General breastfeeding information
Massachusetts Birth Connections- Prenatal & Postpartum community resources
ZipMilk.org- Lactation Consultants/Home Visits
Baby Cafe USA- Find breastfeeding support gatherings near you
La Leche League International- Breastfeeding information/find support gatherings near you
NIH Drug and Lactation Database (LactMed)- Search for medication interactions while breastfeeding
lowmilksupply.org- Information on low milk supply
bfar.org- Information for breastfeeding after breast surgery
American Academy of Pediatrics
Local Support for Perinatal Mood Complications Eastern and Central Massachusetts:
The postpartum period can often be a challenging time for new parents. If you are experiencing any concerning changes in mood or behavior, such as depression, anxiety and obsessive-compulsive activity, do not hesitate to reach out to your provider, therapist or one of the local resources listed below.
Postpartum Support International of MA; Warm Line: 1-866-472-1897
MA Dept. of Public Health; Warm Line: 1-866-472-1897
Massachusetts General Hospital Center for Women's Mental Health; 617-724-7792
Jewish Family & Children's Services; 781-647-JFCS (5327)
South Shore Postpartum Network
Cape Cod Neighborhood Support Coalition;508-775-6240 Ext. 512
North Shore Postpartum Depression Task Force
American Academy of Pediatrics
Parental Stress Hotline: 1-800-632-8188
Additional Resources
Healthy Children -- Ages and Stages
Parents Central: From Car Seats to Car Keys - Keeping Kids Safe
Safe Kids -- Safety Tips
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