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FIND SUPPORT

Current Breastfeeding Support Options in VC

Women's Infants and Children (WIC)

In-person Breastfeeding Consultations

In-person Breastfeeding Consultations

Limited in person appointments for WIC clients and VCMC referrals only

Still accepting new clients. 

Phone and virtual support continues. Breast

pump loans still available for WIC clients.

Online breastfeeding support group English and Spanish Fridays @11am.

Call (805)981-5251 

In-person Breastfeeding Consultations

In-person Breastfeeding Consultations

In-person Breastfeeding Consultations

The CMH New Parent Resource Center in Ventura can see you in person with implementation of safety protocols. 

M-F 8am-5pm. Must call for appointment. Free for CMH deliveries. 

$50 fee if delivered elsewhere.  

Call (805)948-2229 for an appointment. 

Virtual Breastfeeding Support Groups

In-person Breastfeeding Consultations

Virtual Breastfeeding Support Groups

  • Dignity Health St.Johns Regional Medical Center Baby Bistro Breastfeeding Support Group: 

     Wednesdays noon to 1 p.m. 

call (805) 988-2784

  • Love & Latch Virtual Breastfeeding Brunch: Wednesdays @ 11am

call (805) 390-3943

  • CMH New Parent Resource Center: Thursdays @ 2pm 

call (805) 948-2229

  • Butterfly Center in T.O.

Mondays @ 1-2pm 

call 818-584-6414



Virtual Lactation Help

Insurance Covered Breastpumps

Virtual Breastfeeding Support Groups

See Special Edition directory for local Lactation Consultants. Fee applies. 

Insurance Covered Breastpumps

Insurance Covered Breastpumps

Insurance Covered Breastpumps

  • Simply Mama: www.simplymamabreastpumps.com
  • Hygeia:  https://form.momsgetmore.com/ 

Breast pump Rentals

Insurance Covered Breastpumps

Insurance Covered Breastpumps

Limited Rentals in Ventura County available. Check Breastfeeding

Resource Guide for providers.  If you anticipate needing a breastpump, you are encouraged to order an insurance covered breastpump asap. They can often be delivered quickly. 


PRINTABLE DIRECTORIES

Special Edition BF Support Directory (pdf)

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2021/2022 Ventura County Breastfeeding Resources Brochure (pdf)

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SPANISH DIRECTORY/Directorio en Español (pdf)

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Online Birthing and Parenting Classes

Ventura County Medical Center (VCMC)

Find out more

Community Memorial Hospital (CMH)/New Parent Resource Center

805-948-2229

St. Johns Regional Medical Center

805-988-2784

Butterfly Center

www.butterflycenter.org

818-584-6414

Santa Paula Hospital Midwifery Care

Midwife Flyer(NEW) (pdf)

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Ventura County Medical Center Birth Classes

Childbirth Education Class Flyer (pdf)

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Childbirth Education Spanish Flyer (pdf)

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To join the class (pdf)

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SUPPORT GROUPS-All in-person groups cancelled

Check special directory for online support groups available

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MOORPARK/THOUSAND OAKS/SIMI VALLEY

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES IN VENTURA COUNTY

MATERNAL MENTAL HEALTH COALITION OF VENTURA COUNTY (MMHCVC)

MATERNAL MENTAL HEALTH COALITION OF VENTURA COUNTY (MMHCVC)

MATERNAL MENTAL HEALTH COALITION OF VENTURA COUNTY (MMHCVC)

 ou are not alone! Find LOCAL support and resources for Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders including Postpartum Depression. Includes local emotional wellness support groups. 

MMHCVC

Ventura Coast Milk Bank

MATERNAL MENTAL HEALTH COALITION OF VENTURA COUNTY (MMHCVC)

MATERNAL MENTAL HEALTH COALITION OF VENTURA COUNTY (MMHCVC)

VCMILKBANK.ORG

HEALTHY PREGNANCY

MATERNAL MENTAL HEALTH COALITION OF VENTURA COUNTY (MMHCVC)

FIRST 5 VENTURA/NEIGHBORHOOD FOR LEARNING PROGRAMS (NFL's)

Support, information and resources for a healthy pregnancy: before, during and after.

HEALTHYPREGNANCYVC

FIRST 5 VENTURA/NEIGHBORHOOD FOR LEARNING PROGRAMS (NFL's)

FIRST 5 VENTURA/NEIGHBORHOOD FOR LEARNING PROGRAMS (NFL's)

FIRST 5 VENTURA/NEIGHBORHOOD FOR LEARNING PROGRAMS (NFL's)

"We’re in your neighborhood. From Oak Park to Oxnard to Ojai, the 11 First 5 Neighborhoods for Learning (NfLs) are helping families raise children who are healthy, nurtured, and prepared for kindergarten.   NfLs are resource hubs supporting children prenatal through age five and their families. "

For More Information

WIC (WOMEN, INFANT, CHILDREN)

FIRST 5 VENTURA/NEIGHBORHOOD FOR LEARNING PROGRAMS (NFL's)

WIC (WOMEN, INFANT, CHILDREN)

WIC provides nutritional services including breastfeeding support to women who are pregnant, breastfeeding or recently had a baby and children under the age of 5. To see if you qualify: go to website or call (805) 981-5151

GO TO WIC

LOCAL FAMILY EVENTS

FIRST 5 VENTURA/NEIGHBORHOOD FOR LEARNING PROGRAMS (NFL's)

WIC (WOMEN, INFANT, CHILDREN)

Find local events, festivals, deals and resources throughout the year for families in Ventura County. 

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