Lactation Support
Why Holy Family?
• 3 International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs)
• Free community breastfeeding classes
• Bilingual support (English & Spanish)
• Compassionate postpartum care
• Serving Rio Grande Valley families for over 40 years
Breastfeeding Support for South Texas Families
Breastfeeding is natural, but that doesn’t mean it’s always easy. At Holy Family Birth Center, families receive expert guidance, encouragement, and practical support from experienced professionals who specialize in infant feeding.
Holy Family is proud to have three International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) on our team, a level of breastfeeding expertise that many hospitals do not offer.
Our lactation consultants support families with compassion, evidence-based care, and the time needed to help parents feel confident and supported.
Whether you are pregnant, newly postpartum, pumping, or simply have questions, we are here to help.
What is an IBCLC?
An IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) is the highest credential available for professionals specializing in breastfeeding and lactation care.
IBCLCs are trained to help families with:
• Latch and positioning
• Milk supply concerns
• Pumping guidance
• Pain during breastfeeding
• Returning to work while breastfeeding
• Infant feeding concerns
• Breastfeeding after medical complications
• Breastfeeding multiples
At Holy Family, lactation support is part of our commitment to whole-family care and healthy beginnings for babies.
Lactation Support After Birth
Families who deliver at Holy Family receive breastfeeding support as part of their birth care experience.
Our team provides:
• Hands-on breastfeeding support after delivery
• Help with latch, positioning, and feeding cues
• Guidance for the first days and weeks of breastfeeding
• Support for common breastfeeding challenges
• Encouragement and reassurance for new parents
Our goal is to help every family feel confident feeding their baby in the way that works best for them.
Community Breastfeeding Support
Holy Family participates in community outreach events to support breastfeeding families.
These events may include:
• Free breastfeeding support days
• One-on-one lactation consultations
• Infant feeding education
• Pumping guidance
• Support for pregnant and postpartum families
These community events help ensure that families across the Rio Grande Valley have access to trusted, evidence-based breastfeeding support.
Breastfeeding
Classes
Holy Family offers free breastfeeding classes for the community, taught by our IBCLCs.
These classes help expecting and new parents learn the basics of breastfeeding in a supportive, welcoming environment.
Topics may include:
• The fundamentals of breastfeeding
• How milk supply works
• Latching and positioning
• Pumping basics
• Common breastfeeding challenges
• How partners can support breastfeeding
• Newborn feeding patterns
Classes are offered in English & Spanish
Why Lactation Support Matters
Breastfeeding provides important health benefits for both mothers and babies. Having access to trained lactation professionals can make a significant difference in helping families meet their feeding goals.
With the support of an IBCLC, families often experience:
• Increased breastfeeding confidence
• Improved infant feeding outcomes
• Reduced stress during the postpartum period
• Stronger parent–baby bonding
Join a Breastfeeding Class or Speak with a Lactation Consultant
If you are interested in attending a breastfeeding class or speaking with one of our lactation consultants, we would love to help.
Call Holy Family: 956-969-2538