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Breastfeeding Support
Florida Department of Health in Volusia County WIC
- 800-342-3556
- chd4webmaster@flhealth.gov
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Mailing Address
P.O. Box 9190
Daytona Beach, FL 32120
The bond between a mother and her child during feeding is extraordinary. It takes many forms, not limited to breastfeeding alone.
The Florida Department of Health is here to support parents with questions about breastfeeding or bottle feeding. Our infant feeding hotline is available every day from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Call now to speak with a counselor—we’re here to provide answers and guidance. We also offer classes and additional resources to support your journey.
- English: 386-316-1499
- Spanish: 386-871-4436
Breastfeeding Support Groups
Week | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Advent Health: Baby Bunch 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. 301 Memorial Medical Pkwy. Daytona Beach, FL 32117 4th Floor Classroom | Hailfax Health 10 a.m. – Noon Port Orange Family YMCA 4701 City Center Pkwy. Port Orange, FL 32129 386-254-4008 | Hailfax Health 10 a.m. – Noon Ormond Beach Family YMCA 500 Sterthaus Dr. Ormond Beach, FL 32174 386-254-4008 Hailfax Health 2 – 4 p.m. Four Townes YMCA 208 Wolfpack Rn. Deltona, FL 32725 386-254-4008 Full Circle Birth 10 a.m. The Collective Kin 125 W. Plymouth Ave. Ste. A Deland, FL 32720 Florida Department of Health in Flagler County: Babies & Bellies 10:30 a.m. – Noon 305 Palm Coast Pkwy. Palm Coast, FL 32137 |
2 | Advent Health: Baby Bunch 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. 301 Memorial Medical Pkwy. Daytona Beach, FL 32117 4th Floor Classroom | Hailfax Health 10 a.m. – Noon Port Orange Family YMCA 4701 City Center Pkwy. Port Orange, FL 32129 386-254-4008 | Hailfax Health 10 a.m. – Noon Ormond Beach Family YMCA 500 Sterthaus Dr. Ormond Beach, FL 32174 386-254-4008 Hailfax Health Florida Department of Health in Flagler County: Babies & Bellies |
3 | Advent Health: Baby Bunch 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. 301 Memorial Medical Pkwy. Daytona Beach, FL 32117 4th Floor Classroom La Leche League 6 – 8 p.m. Virtual Meeting For Link, Call 386-516-3555 | Hailfax Health 10 a.m. – Noon Port Orange Family YMCA 4701 City Center Pkwy. Port Orange, FL 32129 386-254-4008 | Hailfax Health 10 a.m. – Noon Ormond Beach Family YMCA 500 Sterthaus Dr. Ormond Beach, FL 32174 386-254-4008 Hailfax Health 2 – 4 p.m. Four Townes YMCA 208 Wolfpack Rn. Deltona, FL 32725 386-254-4008 Florida Department of Health in Flagler County: Babies & Bellies 10:30 a.m. – Noon 305 Palm Coast Pkwy. Palm Coast, FL 32137 |
4 | Advent Health: Baby Bunch 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. 301 Memorial Medical Pkwy. Daytona Beach, FL 32117 4th Floor Classroom | Hailfax Health 10 a.m. – Noon Port Orange Family YMCA 4701 City Center Pkwy. Port Orange, FL 32129 386-254-4008 | Hailfax Health 10 a.m. – Noon Ormond Beach Family YMCA 500 Sterthaus Dr. Ormond Beach, FL 32174 386-254-4008 Hailfax Health 2 – 4 p.m. Four Townes YMCA 208 Wolfpack Rn. Deltona, FL 32725 386-254-4008 Florida Department of Health in Flagler County: Babies & Bellies 10:30 a.m. – Noon 305 Palm Coast Pkwy. Palm Coast, FL 32137 |
Breastfeeding Tips
Exclusivity Matters: For the first six months, breast milk is all your baby needs—there’s no need to supplement with additional food. Physicians recommend exclusive breastfeeding during this time, and continuing to breastfeed alongside solid foods for at least one year.
Pumping Moms Count Too: Whether you’re working or going to school, breastfeeding helps keep you connected to your baby, even when you're apart. Pumping moms are breastfeeding moms too.
Learn Your Baby's Hunger Cues Watch for these early signs that your baby is hungry and feed them promptly:
- Fists moving to their mouth.
- Head turning to search for the breast.
- Becoming more alert and active.
- Sucking on hands or lip-smacking.
- Opening and closing their mouth.
Feeding Frequency Most newborns feed 8–12 times in a 24-hour period. Initially, babies consume about half an ounce per feeding. By 4–8 days, this typically increases to 1–2 ounces.
Get Comfortable While Nursing Your comfort is key. Explore positions like sitting, reclining, or lying down. Use pillows or cushions to support your body—not your baby. Always bring your baby to your breast, not the other way around.
Stay Hydrated Breastfeeding can be demanding on your body. Keep water within reach and aim for about 128 ounces per day.
Skin-to-Skin Contact Holding your baby skin-to-skin while they’re awake strengthens your bond and offers lifelong benefits.
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