Lactation (Breastfeeding) Services

We know, as a mom, you want to do all you can to keep your baby happy and healthy. Breast milk supplies custom-made, complete nutrition to your child, and that’s why we work with you to ensure both you and baby are set up for success!

Why Choose Us

Timely appointments, often same day or next day, lasting from 15 minutes to one hour, depending on your situation or concerns
  • Consultative as well as hands-on approach, depending on your comfort level
  • Convenient parking and location at the CentraCare Plaza

We offer appointments related to:

  • Hand expressing milk education
  • Preparing for breastfeeding in the hospital/expectations
  • Breastfeeding after breast surgery
  • Breastfeeding multiples
  • Milk production -- normal, management of low supply or over-supply
  • Latching issues
  • Management of plugged ducts and breast infection
  • Pumping questions, return to work and weaning
  • Guidelines for safe medication use during lactation
  • Weight checks for baby

Payment

Our services do not require a referral, and most of our services are covered by insurance. Bring your insurance information to your first visit. Please contact your insurance provider with any questions about your coverage.

Our Lactation Team


Abby Boelter, LPN, IBCLC
Pediatrics
320-229-5199, ext. 70268


Jeanne Friebe, RN, BSN, IBCLC, RNC-LRN
Obstetrics
320-654-3630, ext. 51990

Other Team Members

Kathy Koeck, RN, CBC
Amanda Roerick, RN, BSN, PHN, CBC

Location

CentraCare Plaza
1900 CentraCare Circle
St. Cloud, MN 56303
Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Call to make an appointment: 320-654-3630

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