We sought out some of the city's best resources on breastfeeding and young family life.
Together we are working to normalize breastfeeding in
San Antonio one latch at a time!
Enjoy a flash back to our Educational Booths from Latch On SA 2017
Choosing a Breastfeeding Friendly Provider
presented by Nikki McIver-Brown, RN, CNM
Nikki is a Certified Nurse Midwife with a Masters of Nursing Degree obtained from the University of Cincinnati in 2012. Prior to becoming a Certified Nurse Midwife, she worked as a Labor and Delivery RN for over 13 years in the Baptist Healthcare System. With experience in the clinic, hospital, birth center, and home settings she is able to offer you the care you deserve. Holistic client care is completed according to the Standards for the Practice of Midwifery as defined by the American College of Nurse Midwives. Spending time listening to clients, providing health education and support empowers women to make informed healthcare choices throughout their life. Understanding that sexuality, pregnancy, childbearing and menopause are significant, natural events in a woman's life,
Nikki offers her clients individualized care in a non rushed manner. Visit Nikki's website at www.sanantonionursemidwife.com
presented by Nikki McIver-Brown, RN, CNM
Nikki is a Certified Nurse Midwife with a Masters of Nursing Degree obtained from the University of Cincinnati in 2012. Prior to becoming a Certified Nurse Midwife, she worked as a Labor and Delivery RN for over 13 years in the Baptist Healthcare System. With experience in the clinic, hospital, birth center, and home settings she is able to offer you the care you deserve. Holistic client care is completed according to the Standards for the Practice of Midwifery as defined by the American College of Nurse Midwives. Spending time listening to clients, providing health education and support empowers women to make informed healthcare choices throughout their life. Understanding that sexuality, pregnancy, childbearing and menopause are significant, natural events in a woman's life,
Nikki offers her clients individualized care in a non rushed manner. Visit Nikki's website at www.sanantonionursemidwife.com
Babywearing
presented by International Babywearers of San Antonio
Babywearing International of San Antonio's sole purpose is to promote the practice of babywearing through education and support. Their meetings are always free to attend, and everyone is welcome! Visit their booth to learn more about the benefits of babywearing and what this organization has to offer!
Please visit their website at: http://www.bwiofsanantonio.com/
presented by International Babywearers of San Antonio
Babywearing International of San Antonio's sole purpose is to promote the practice of babywearing through education and support. Their meetings are always free to attend, and everyone is welcome! Visit their booth to learn more about the benefits of babywearing and what this organization has to offer!
Please visit their website at: http://www.bwiofsanantonio.com/
Working & Breastfeeding
presented by Laura Gruber, IBCLC
Laura Gruber is a private practice IBCLC providing home visits and lactation education and support to San Antonio families. You can
learn more about Laura and her practice by visiting her website at
www.breastfeedinghousecalls.com
presented by Laura Gruber, IBCLC
Laura Gruber is a private practice IBCLC providing home visits and lactation education and support to San Antonio families. You can
learn more about Laura and her practice by visiting her website at
www.breastfeedinghousecalls.com
Normal Milk Supply
presented by the MILC Group
The MILC Group offers comprehensive, compassionate and professional breastfeeding support services in their Breastfeeding Center and in the comfort of your home with breastfeeding housecalls. They specialize in providing their clients with personalized care tailored to meet their needs.
You can learn more about their services by going to www.themilcgroup.com
presented by the MILC Group
The MILC Group offers comprehensive, compassionate and professional breastfeeding support services in their Breastfeeding Center and in the comfort of your home with breastfeeding housecalls. They specialize in providing their clients with personalized care tailored to meet their needs.
You can learn more about their services by going to www.themilcgroup.com
Finding Good Breastfeeding Resources
presented by La Leche League of San Antonio
La Leche League International is an international nonprofit organization that distributes information on and promotes breastfeeding. It was founded in 1956 in Franklin Park, Illinois as "La Leche League" and has a presence in sixty-eight countries. Visit their booth to learn more about their monthly meetings and the free support they provide. You can learn more about La Leche League San Antonio by visiting their website at
www.lllofsanantonio.com
presented by La Leche League of San Antonio
La Leche League International is an international nonprofit organization that distributes information on and promotes breastfeeding. It was founded in 1956 in Franklin Park, Illinois as "La Leche League" and has a presence in sixty-eight countries. Visit their booth to learn more about their monthly meetings and the free support they provide. You can learn more about La Leche League San Antonio by visiting their website at
www.lllofsanantonio.com
Community Resources
presented by San Antonio Breastfeeding Coalition
San Antonio Breastfeeding Coalition is a coordinating resource for breastfeeding support and education in the San Antonio area. Their desire is to involve the entire community in making a difference for breastfeeding families.
For more information about the coalition visit their website at: www.sabctx.org
presented by San Antonio Breastfeeding Coalition
San Antonio Breastfeeding Coalition is a coordinating resource for breastfeeding support and education in the San Antonio area. Their desire is to involve the entire community in making a difference for breastfeeding families.
For more information about the coalition visit their website at: www.sabctx.org
Preventing Cavities in Breastfed Children
presented by Edith Pena, DDS of Wholesome Dentistry
Wholesome Dentistry is located in north central San Antonio on Blanco Rd between 410 and 1604.
You can learn more about Wholesome Dentistry by visiting their Facebook page at
www.facebook.com/WholesomeDentistry or by visiting their website at www.wholesomedentistry.com.
presented by Edith Pena, DDS of Wholesome Dentistry
Wholesome Dentistry is located in north central San Antonio on Blanco Rd between 410 and 1604.
You can learn more about Wholesome Dentistry by visiting their Facebook page at
www.facebook.com/WholesomeDentistry or by visiting their website at www.wholesomedentistry.com.
Speech Therapy and the Infant
presented by Kristina Carnes
Kristina is a ASHA Certified SLP providing services to families in San Antonio, Texas.
Visit her Facebook at www.facebook.com/KristinaCarnesSLP
presented by Kristina Carnes
Kristina is a ASHA Certified SLP providing services to families in San Antonio, Texas.
Visit her Facebook at www.facebook.com/KristinaCarnesSLP
5 Holistic Step to Prepare from Birth
presented by Birthing From Within San Antonio
Birthing from Within is a program that fosters resilience, flexibility, connection, and compassion in parents who are preparing to meet their baby.
Visit their website at www.birthingfromwithinsanantonio.com.
presented by Birthing From Within San Antonio
Birthing from Within is a program that fosters resilience, flexibility, connection, and compassion in parents who are preparing to meet their baby.
Visit their website at www.birthingfromwithinsanantonio.com.
Chiropractic Care and Breastfeeding
presented by Dr. Shirley of Advanced Care Back & Body
Quincy Shirley is a chiropractor serving San Antonio and the surrounding areas. Whether you need an injury or accident treated, have a specific body problem (such as back pain or a spinal condition), need pain relief, or just want to improve your overall health, Advanced Care Back & Body may have a solution for you through chiropractic care.
Visit his website at www.advancedcarebackandbody.com
presented by Dr. Shirley of Advanced Care Back & Body
Quincy Shirley is a chiropractor serving San Antonio and the surrounding areas. Whether you need an injury or accident treated, have a specific body problem (such as back pain or a spinal condition), need pain relief, or just want to improve your overall health, Advanced Care Back & Body may have a solution for you through chiropractic care.
Visit his website at www.advancedcarebackandbody.com