Breastfeeding Hawaii

08/13/2025

Did you know that breastfeeding reduces risk of the #1 killer of women—heart disease? How does this work? And how does lactation also lower risk of type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and other cardiometabolic problems? This fascinating 2025 review explains the mechanisms underlying these amazing health benefits of breastfeeding, which its authors call “a cornerstone of maternal health.” Free download here:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40689046/

08/08/2025

07/28/2025

Breastfeeding & Cannabis: We Need Your Voice
Are you a parent, healthcare provider, lactation consultant, or part of the cannabis industry? We’re exploring real-world solutions to support families navigating breastfeeding and cannabis use—and we want to hear from YOU. Whether you’ve faced challenges, helped others, or have insights to share, your perspective can shape better resources and care. 💚

Just fill out the form below, and we’ll reach out to set up a time to chat. Let’s work together to create real change.

Survey Link: http://bit.ly/46tpeQn

07/22/2025

7/21/25
O`AHU
Lactation Lounge

Canceled 7/23/25
Come back on 7/30/25

We will be moving to a twice monthly model. We apologize for the inconvenience and will post August dates accordingly!

07/15/2025

Good to know!

Did you know?

Foremilk and hindmilk aren’t two separate types of milk, but rather a gradual change in fat content during a feeding. Your baby gets everything they need from your milk.

07/11/2025

"When I was a breastfeeding mom, I didn’t know about the InfantRisk Center. On multiple occasions, I was told I’d have to stop breastfeeding when prescribed medications like antibiotics or even eye drops. It was frustrating and scary - but I did my own research, talked to other doctors, and found out continuing to breastfeed was actually safe," shares Alicia Nelson, BSN, RN, IBCLC and call center nurse.

"My 'why' is to be the resource I didn’t have. I want to support other moms and babies on their breastfeeding journey, and help them make safe, informed decisions without fear or misinformation. No one should have to choose between their health and feeding their baby when it’s not medically necessary."

We at the InfantRisk Center know it takes more than facts to make decisions. Sometimes you need guidance from a seasoned expert. Thanks to the generosity of the David D. & Nona S. Payne Foundation, we have a free call center for parents or providers. Call the InfantRisk Center, 1-806-352-2519, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. CST with any questions about medications and breastfeeding.

05/16/2025

It's National Women's Health Week. Did you know? offers significant benefits for women's health as it reduces the risk of various chronic diseases.

05/12/2025

Around four months (or anywhere between three and six months!), just when you thought it was going smoothly, babies can seem to change again - becoming more fussy, sleeping differently, and often being more distractible when nursing. Our article looks at what might be going on and how to cope when the 'four month fussies' hit!

https://www.laleche.org.uk/what-happens-at-four-months/

[Image: photo of a breastfeeding baby breastfeeding and trying to put her fingers in her mother's mouth while she smiles at the camera. Text: What going on with my four month old?]

05/08/2025

and are excited to announce our upcoming community baby shower Saturday May 31, 2025. This event is exclusively for Ohana Health Plan members on Oʻahu who are in their third trimester up to 6 months postpartum. Our team will be calling all eligible members for registration this week. We hope to see you there!

05/05/2025

Great tips!

Do you ever wonder if there's something you can do to pump more milk? Well there is. Researchers found this proven pumping technique yields 50% more milk. Click on the links in this post to watch demo videos so you can see it in action. Give it a try and let us know how it works for you. https://nancymohrbacher.com/blogs/news/to-pump-more-milk-use-hands-on-pumping

05/01/2025

Today is Day 1 of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month! This is a time to honor the cultures, resilience, and rich diversity of communities that are often left out of meaningful public health conversations.

Dede Diner Baby Café is an infant feeding support group that’s open to all AANHPI families. Join on Friday evenings for community, culturally-rooted breast/chestfeeding guidance, and healing.

See you on Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/7728323996.

05/01/2025

If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, postpartum, or caring for a child under 5, you may be eligible for support from WIC! ✨

WIC is a government program that supports all types of families with healthy foods, personalized nutrition support, breastfeeding guidance, prenatal care, breastfeeding guidance, healthcare referrals, and more!

Learn more and see if WIC is right for you: www.signupwic.com/about


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Si está embarazada, dando el pecho, en etapa posparto o cuidando a un niño menor de 5 años, ¡puede ser elegible para recibir apoyo del WIC!

El WIC es un programa gubernamental que apoya a todo tipo de familias con alimentos saludables, apoyo nutricional personalizado, atención prenatal, orientación para la lactancia, referencias de atención médica y más.

Conozca más y compruebe si el WIC es adecuado para usted: www.signupwic.com/es/about