Phone supports

Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH)

905-681-4831

• For babies born at JBH
• 24/7 “warm line”
• Within the 6 first weeks of going home

Telehealth Ontario 24/7 telephone breastfeeding support

1-866-797-0000

RNs with training in breastfeeding and lactation support provide information and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For more complex situations, lactation experts are also available.

HaltonParents public health nurses – Halton Region Health Department

311 or 905-825-6000; toll free 1-866-442-5866

Public health nurses are available to answer your questions about breastfeeding, pregnancy, child development or concerns about your child or yourself. Available Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:30pm.

Halton Breastfeeding Connection

A volunteer program that provides mother-to-mother telephone support for expectant or breastfeeding mothers. Sign up online or call 311 or 905-825-6000. Toll free 1-866-442-5866

La Leche League

1-800-665-4324

Breastfeeding support provided by a telephone warm line.

Motherisk Helpline

The Motherisk Helpline has been discontinued. There is no longer a phone line available in Canada for information on medication and drugs while pregnant or breastfeeding. There are several online resources available. You may also consult your healthcare provider or pharmacist.

Click here for a printable list of breastfeeding supports

Page updated September 27, 2019