Support Groups

WIC Prenatal Breastfeeding / Chestfeeding Support Group

For Jamaica Hospital WIC participants, this is a great opportunity to speak to certified lactation counselors about your feeding plan.

Meetings are held:
Wednesdays
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. – Spanish Speaking Class
10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. – English Speaking Class
2 p.m.-3 p.m. – English Speaking Class

To receive more information, please call 718-206-8604

Location: WIC Program at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center 134-20 Jamaica Avenue, 3rd Floor, Jamaica, NY 11418

Women’s Health Center Postpartum Breastfeeding/ Chestfeeding Support Group

Bring your baby and meet other breastfeeding/chestfeeding moms in your community. This is a great opportunity to ask your questions in a group or private setting.

Meetings are held:
Wednesdays
9 a.m.-10 a.m. Spanish Speaking Class
10 a.m.-11 a.m. English Speaking Class
11 a.m.-12 p.m. English Speaking Class
Saturday meetings are available by appointment only from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

To receive more information, please call 718-291-3276.

Location: Women’s Health Center 133-03 Jamaica Ave Richmond Hill, NY 11418

NICU Support Group

Breastfeeding/chestfeeding babies in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) can be challenging. We support new moms throughout their stay. We provide information and instruction on everything from pumping to kangaroo care.

Meetings are held:
1st Tuesday of the Month
12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

To receive more information, please call 718-206-8645

Location: 2 North Classroom 8900 Van Wyck Expressway Jamaica, NY 11418