Chapter Breastfeeding Coordinator
Jennifer Mellick, MD, FAAP
Email:drmellick@doc4kidz.com
Learn about supporting breastfeeding mothers in your practice with KAAP’s Kansas Breastfeeding Friendly Practice Designation. Participating practices receive training with free CME, a tool kit, and recognition as being “breastfeeding friendly”. Learn more and register
Breastfeeding Resources
From the AAP
How to Have a Breastfeeding Friendly Practice
www.aap.org/breastfeeding/files/pdf/AAP%20HaveFriendlyPractice.pdf
Model Policy – Payer Coverage of Breastfeeding Support and Counseling Services, Pumps and Supplies
Supporting Breastfeeding and Lactation: The Primary Care Pediatrician’s Guide to Getting Paid
www.aap.org/breastfeeding/files/pdf/CODING.pdf
Breastfeeding Initiatives
www.aap.org/breastfeeding
Breastfeeding Residency Curriculum
www.aap.org/breastfeeding/curriculum/systemsbased_practice.html
From the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine
Statements and Clinical Protocols
www.bfmed.org/Resources/Protocols.aspx
Find a Lactation Consultant in your Area
International Lactation Consultant Association www.ilca.org
Other
Find local breastfeeding support in Kansas – http://ksbreastfeeding.org/local-resources/
Healthcare Professional Education –
- In Kansas – http://ksbreastfeeding.org/complete-education-schedule/
- Online – http://ksbreastfeeding.org/resources/education-healthcare-professionals/
“Breastfeeding Welcome Here” window decals & table tents – http://ksbreastfeeding.org/pledge/
High 5 for Mom & Baby (KS hospital QI program) – https://www.high5kansas.org/
Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative – https://www.babyfriendlyusa.org/
Breastfeeding Friendly Child Care Provider Toolkit – http://ksbreastfeeding.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/BFCCD-Toolkit-FINAL.pdf
