Women and Newborn Health Service
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King Edward Memorial Hospital
Breastfeeding Centre of Western Australia
About the Breastfeeding Centre of WA
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Baby Friendly Health Initiative (BFHI)
About the Breastfeeding Centre of WA
The Breastfeeding Centre of WA is available for mothers and babies who attended King Edward Memorial Hospital for Women for their pregnancy and birth.
Coming to the centre enables a mother and her baby / babies to spend up to six hours overcoming breastfeeding difficulties with the help of a midwife or lactation consultant.
The centre also offers a telephone counselling service for breastfeeding problems. It may be necessary to leave your name on an answering machine, and a midwife/lactation consultant will return your call.
Contact Information
| Location | Breastfeeding Centre of Western Australia King Edward Memorial Hospital Agnes Walsh House, Ground Floor 374 Bagot Road, Subiaco WA 6008 |
| Postal Address | Breastfeeding Centre of Western Australia Women and Newborn Health Service PO Box 134, Subiaco WA 6904 |
| Phone | (08) 9340 1844 |
| Opening Hours | Monday to Friday (except public holidays) 8.00 am to 4.30 pm. Appointments are essential |
What to bring to the centre
- baby health record book
- nappies and change of clothes for baby
- pram (for baby to sleep in)
- plastic bag for soiled nappies
- bring your lunch (drinks provided)
- wear comfortable clothes easy for breastfeeding
Referrals
Mothers are encouraged to self refer. Other referral sources include:
- Midwife
- Visiting Midwifery Service
- Community Nurse/Midwife
- Obstetrician
- General Practitioner
