District Health Department #2

Serving Alcona, Iosco, Ogemaw & Oscoda Counties Since 1930.





West Branch office (989) 345-5020 · Tawas office (989) 362-6183 · Harrisville office (989) 724-6757 · Mio office (989) 826-3970 · Toll-free 1(800) 504-2650

Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Program

Breastfeeding is the most natural, healthy, and loving gift a mother can give to her baby. District Health Department #2's Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Program provides specialized breastfeeding education, encouragement and support to pregnant and breastfeeding women and their infants. Peer Counselors are available for telephone consultations, hospital visits, & support groups, and also assist participants with breast pump use and provide outreach to hospitals and physicians on breastfeeding services.

Peer Counselor Information

Our breastfeeding peer counselors can assist new mothers with:

  • What to expect when feeding their babies.
  • Making plenty of breastmilk.
  • Getting support from their family and friends.
  • Feeling comfortable breastfeeding in public.
  • Continuing to breastfeed after returning to work or school.

To set up an appointment with a DHD#2 breastfeeding peer counselor, please contact:

         Jaime Kimmerer                                                               Carrie Burr

             Iosco & Alcona Counties                                      Ogemaw & Oscoda Counties

  Desk: 1-989-362-6183 ext.1503                                        Desk: 1-989-343-1854

           Cell (Call or Text): 1-989-709-0675                         Cell (Call or Text): 1-989-709-0673

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