Find Support
Breastfeeding can come with questions, challenges, and moments when you just need someone who understands. This page connects you to local support options across Tarrant County, from no-cost group meetups to one-on-one care with lactation professionals.
International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) provide clinical, hands-on support to families. Peer counselors and other lactation professionals offer education, encouragement, and emotional support, and will refer to an IBCLC when needed.
Group Lactation Support
Drop in, meet other families, and get help from experienced lactation professionals.
Visit our Events page to learn more about the events we support.
Baby Cafe
Free, drop-in lactation support led by an IBCLC in a relaxed group setting. Link coming soon.
Peer-to-peer breastfeeding support led by experienced parents.
Offers free events and resources for breastfeeding support.
Baylor All Saints (Fort Worth) & Baylor Grapevine
Free IBCLC-led group support sessions. Link coming soon.
No-Cost Individual Lactation Support
These options provide one-on-one help at no cost, regardless of where you gave birth.
John Peter Smith Hospital
Free appointments with an IBCLC. Contact info coming soon.
IBCLCs and peer counselors are available to WIC recipients.
Insurance & Self-Pay Lactation Support
Private lactation consultants offer care that may be covered by insurance or available out of pocket.
A full list of providers and contact info will be added soon.
Prenatal Lactation Education
It’s never too early to prepare for breastfeeding. These classes and providers offer guidance before your baby arrives.
Provider list coming soon.
Offer Lactation Services in Tarrant County?
If you're a provider and would like to be included in our directory, please email us at [email protected].
Breastfeeding Resources
Feeding your baby human milk can come with a lot of questions. This page offers trusted, up-to-date information to help you feel more confident and supported.
If you’re experiencing an infant feeding or parental health emergency, please call your doctor, visit the nearest emergency room, or dial 911.
Returning to Work or School
You don’t have to stop breastfeeding just because you’re going back to work or class. These links can help you understand your rights and prepare for the transition.
Employee Rights: PUMP Act
Learn about your legal right to pump at work.
Student Rights
Know what protections exist for breastfeeding students.
Is This Safe?
It’s normal to have questions about medications, milk storage, and whether something is safe while breastfeeding. These trusted sources can help.
Trash the Pump and Dump
Why you may not need to pump and dump as often as you think
Helpful Videos and Websites
Sometimes seeing it makes all the difference. These videos and websites can help with common techniques and concerns.
Bottle Feeding and Pacing
IABLE Videos
Donate or Receive Human Milk
These links are for families interested in giving or receiving human milk through safe, evidence-based channels.
Informal Milk Sharing
Link coming soon
Perinatal Mental Health
Your mental health matters just as much as your baby’s. These resources can help connect you to support during pregnancy and after birth.
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
Call 1-833-TLC-MAMA or visit National Mental Health Hotline | MCHB
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