Breastfeeding Support

Moira Shire Council offers free breast feeding support at the Numurkah Maternal and Child Health Centre for all residents across the municipality. 

Your breastfeeding journey is unique and we offer extra support and care to have a positive breast feeding experience.

Support includes: 

  • positioning and attachment
  • management of damaged nipples
  • assessment of milk supply
  • medications and breastfeeding
  • feeding support for multiple birth
  • mastitis
  • breast and nipple thrush
  • tongue tie
  • breast refusal
  • any other breastfeeding concerns, including formula use

  • weaning

Our team of experienced Maternal Child & Child Health Nurses and Lactation Consultants will support your breastfeeding journey. 
To book an appointment call us on 03 5871 9275 or complete below online form. Alternative you can complete the Referral Form(PDF, 68KB) and email it to:mch@moira.vic.gov.au

Referral Form

Online Referral Form
Referrer / Client details:
Service Requested: * (required)

Privacy Statement:
The personal and/or health information requested on this form is being collected by Moira Shire Council for the purpose of Maternal and Child Health Services. The information will be used solely for the purpose it was collected and/or directly related purpose.You can find out more about how we use and protect your information by viewing our Privacy Statement on our website -www.moira.vic.gov.au.

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