If you are planning on breastfeeding, which by the way is the best nutritious, developmentally sound way to feed your baby, than consult with a lactation consultant BEFORE you birth.

This is a learning process for both you and baby

Becoming stressed, frustrated and confused can be a realization after coming home from the hospital (especially if there is not much support ie other family members)

Aside from lactation consultants, post partum doulas are also trained to assist with lactation

Lactation consultants:

List from Le Leche League site:

http://www.breastfeeding.com/directory/states/hawaii.html

Kaua`i- Mele; 826-6467

O`ahu- Dr. Sylvia Pager; 524-2885

             Miriam Abrin; 988-2727

             Deborah Dominici; 258-1709

             Lisa Mahla; 285-8006; lisamahlaibclc@mac.com (does home visits)

Hawai`i Island:

Hilo- Jeanie Flood; 974-7762

Kona- Rachel Struempf; 325-3055

          Mari Lai; Kona Community Hospital; 322-4482