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 Lac-Saint-Louis Birthing Centre, the 4 CLSCs (Lac-Saint-Louis, Pierrefonds, Dorval-Lachine and LaSalle) and the St. Mary’s Hospital Centre 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.
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
Click here to see the schedule!
CLSC de Pierrefonds - SNAP Family Center
(Hall behind St. Barnabas Church)
12301, rue Colin
Montréal (Pierrefonds-Roxboro) QC H9A 1C3
514-626-2572
| Schedule without an appointment | |
|---|---|
| Every Thursday *Exceptionally, there will be no drop-in on Thursday, March 12, 2026. | 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. |
| Workshop (10 a.m.) | |
|---|---|
| March 12 | CANCELLED |
| March 19 | Presence of the Nutritionist at the Drop-In (no formal presentation) |
| March 26 | Sleep - Bilingual Presentation |
| April 9 | Introduction of Solid Foods – Presentation in French |
| April 16 | The transition to parenthood - Bilingual Presentation |
| April 23 | Presence of the Nutritionist at the Drop-In (no formal presentation) |
| April 30 | CPR |
| May 7 | Language Development (0-12 months) – Bilingual Presentation |
| May 14 | Introduction of Solid Foods – Presentation in English |
| May 28 | Presence of the Nutritionist at the Drop-In (no formal presentation) |
| June 11 | Introduction of Solid Foods – Presentation in French |
| June 18 | Motor Development (0-12 months) – Bilingual Presentation |
| June 25 | Presence of the Nutritionist at the Drop-In (no formal presentation) |
For a follow-up appointment contact: 514-626-2572, ext. 4531
CLSC du Lac-Saint-Louis
| Schedule without an appointment | |
|---|---|
| Every Thursday *Open to all on March 12 due to the cancellation of the CLSC de Pierrefonds-SNAP Family Center Drop-in. | 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. |
| Workshop (2 p.m.) | |
|---|---|
| March 19 | Motor Development (0-12 months) – Bilingual Presentation |
| March 26 | Sleep - Bilingual Presentation |
| April 2 | Introduction of Solid Foods – Presentation in English |
| April 9 | Language Development (0-12 months) – Bilingual Presentation |
| April 16 | The transition to parenthood - Bilingual Presentation |
| April 23 | Presence of the Nutritionist at the Drop-In (no formal presentation) |
| May 7 | Introduction of Solid Foods – Presentation in French |
| May 14 | Managing Parental Stress and Anxiety – Bilingual Presentation |
| May 28 | Introduction of Solid Foods – Presentation in French |
| June 4 | Introduction of Solid Foods – Presentation in English |
| June 18 | Motor Development (0-12 months) – Bilingual Presentation |
For a follow-up appointment contact: 514-697-4110, ext. 1346
Bibliothèque Saul-Bellow
3100, rue Saint-Antoine, Montréal (Lachine), QC H8S 4B8
| Schedule without an appointment | |
|---|---|
| Every Tuesday | 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.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 !