Breastfeeding Support in Queens
There is very little support for women who want to breastfeed and the opinions are varied. For every question asked you will get 5 answers in return. The bottom line is that the choice to breastfeed is a personal one and something that needs to be supported. Here are some local resources and information.
Breast Pump Rental and Purchases
There are several kinds of breast pumps, some which are better to rent than buy.
Medela’s site shows you where to buy and rent their products. This is the brand that I have.
Ameda is also another company that many women use.
Breastfeeding Support and Consutation
The La Leche League is an international support group for nursing women. Their Queens Group meet on a monthly basis.
Catherine Watson Jenna is a nationally recognized author and consultant who works out of Queens
Here is a list of Local Lactation Consultants
Good Luck. It can be a very difficult start but take my word for it, breastfeeding is an incredibly rewarding experience.
bras
where do you buy nursing bras in queens
Magic Corsets on Austin St in Forest Hills has a selection
I like the Calvin Klein 365 which is not a nursing bra but is nice and soft. You can find them at Macys at Queens Center Mall. Also in Queens Center is a Motherhood Maternity who stocks a fairly good assortment. Good luck and happy shopping !