Breastfeeding Policy
Exclusive breastfeeding is associated with many health benefits for both the baby and the mother.
We have adopted a policy to encourage, protect and support breastfeeding.
You will therefore receive breastfeeding support from our various caregivers.
Did you know?
The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life, followed by continued breastfeeding for up to 2 years and beyond.
Pacifiers (soothers) are not recommended until your milk supply is well established and your baby has learned to latch and suck correctly.
Be Ready to Breastfeed!
To prepare for possible breastfeeding challenges, watch this bilingual educational video created by our CIUSSS!
It includes testimonials from mothers and expert opinions on apprehensions and challenges encountered when breastfeeding!
Baby-Friendly Designation
The Maison de naissance du Lac-Saint-Louis Birth Centre, the 4 CLSCs (Lac-Saint-Louis, Pierrefonds, Dorval-Lachine and LaSalle) and the St. Mary’s Hospital Center all have their Baby-Friendly designation. The Lakeshore General Hospital and Hôpital de LaSalle are working towards theirs.
What is the Baby-Friendly Initiative (BFI)?
- The Baby-Friendly Initiative is a program that reflects the continuum of care and services across our healthcare system. Publicly-funded healthcare facilities such as hospitals, birthing centres and community health centres that offer pre and postnatal services are eligible for BFI assessment and designation in Canada.
- To be BFI designated, facilities must adhere to and fulfill the requirements of the 10 Steps for Successful Breastfeedingas outlined by WHO/UNICEF and adapted by the Breastfeeding Committee for Canada. This process is evaluated by a team of BFI assessors.
Source: Breastfeeding Committee for Canada - Baby-Friendly Initiative
Reference: WHO/UNICEF (2018). Implementation Guidance. Protecting, promoting and supporting breastfeeding in facilities providing maternity and newborn services: The revised Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative. Geneva: WHO.
Breastfeeding drop-ins
At the drop-ins:
- A nurse will be available to answer your questions
- A scale is available to weigh your baby
- You will have the opportunity to chat with other parents
CLSC de Pierrefonds
| Schedule without an appointment | |
|---|---|
| The 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month | 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. |
| Workshop (10 a.m.) | |
|---|---|
| August 10 | Introduction of complementary food (in English) |
| August 24 | Le sommeil des tout-petits (in French) |
| September 14 | Introduction des aliments complémentaires(in French) |
| September 28 | Retour au travail/entrée en garderie et maintien de l’allaitement(in French) |
| October 12 | Introduction of complementary food (in English) |
| October 26 | Stimulation du langage(in French) |
| November 9 | Introduction des aliments complémentaires(in French) |
| November 23 | Le sommeil des tout-petits(in French) |
| December 14 | Introduction of complementary food (in English) |
| December 28 | No subject |
For a follow-up appointment contact: 514-626-2572, ext. 4531
CLSC du Lac-Saint-Louis
| Schedule without an appointment | |
|---|---|
| The 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month | 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. |
| Workshop (2 p.m.) | |
|---|---|
| August 3 | Introduction des aliments complémentaires (in French) |
| August 17 | No subject |
| September 7 | Introduction of complementary food (In English) |
| September 21 | Language stimulation (in English) |
| October 5 | Introduction des aliments complémentaires (in French) |
| October 19 | Le sommeil des tout-petits (in French) |
| November 2 | Introduction of complementary food (in English) |
| November 16 | Retour au travail/entrée en garderie et maintien de l’allaitement (in French) |
| December 7 | Introduction des aliments complémentaires (in French) |
| December 21 | No subject |
For a follow-up appointment contact: 514-697-4110, ext. 1346
CLSC de Dorval-Lachine
| Schedule without an appointment | |
|---|---|
| Every Thursday | 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. |
CLSC de LaSalle
| Schedule without an appointment | |
|---|---|
| Every Thursday | 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. |
Infection Prevention and Control
- Do not attend if you or your child has any flu-like symptoms.
- Please disinfect your chair or mat with the disinfectant wipes available.
All babies are welcome !