Health Canada and the World Health Organization (WHO) recommend exclusive breastfeeding for about 6 months, at which time, iron-rich complementary foods are added, and breastfeeding is continued up to 2 years and beyond.
If your client is experiencing concerns about breastfeeding, parenting, perinatal mental health, infant growth and development, or other related challenges, please refer to the MLHU Early Years Programs comparison chart and complete the referral form for the program. Support is available during the prenatal, postpartum and early childhood period.
Most women can breastfeed successfully but may use infant formula for medical or personal reasons. If a person makes an informed decision to use formula, client infant formula information is available to ensure proper preparation and cleaning.
Breastfeeding Home Visits
Client Breastfeeding Resources
MLHU Home Visits Program
Infant Nutrition Resources
The Middlesex-London Health Unit provides phone and/or in-person support for people that have challenges with breastfeeding.
Please have your clients
call 519-663-5317 and press 5 to speak with a public health nurse about breastfeeding support.
