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 Location: WIC Program at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
134-20 Jamaica Avenue, 3rd Floor, Jamaica, NY 11418
718-206-8604

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 ClassSaturday 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.

1st Tuesday of the Month
12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
718-206-8645 Location: 2 North Classroom
8900 Van Wyck Expressway Jamaica, NY 11418