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Calhoun County, MI - The Calhoun County Public Health Department's Albion Office is proud to announce its partnership with Milk Like Mine, a leading provider of birthing and lactation support services, to offer free support for families in the Albion community. This collaboration aims to empower mothers and families with the resources and assistance they need to navigate their childbirth and breastfeeding journey with confidence and ease.
A grand opening event will be held at the Albion Office at 115 Market Place, on Monday, April 8 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy refreshments, gather information on programs, and engage with the Milk Like Mine team to ask questions about their services.
Milk Like Mine offers a range of services to support breastfeeding families, including professional lactation assistance, home and hospital visits, childbirth education classes, and free prenatal vitamins. Certified lactation consultants from Milk Like Mine will be available at the Albion Office located at 115 Market Place, Albion, MI, during health department hours on Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Walk-ins and appointments are welcome, and appointments can be scheduled by calling 269-234-5908.
In addition to lactation support, Milk Like Mine also provides doula services, offering non-medical birth support to families throughout pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. Milk Like Mine doulas provide information, physical assistance, and emotional support to help families navigate the childbirth process. All services provided by Milk Like Mine, including doula services, are offered at no cost to families.
“Milk Like Mine are leaders in public health, and the CCPHD is honored to be a part of this collaboration. The perinatal support services being offered will help bridge gaps in care for families in the Albion area. This public health partnership is a win for families in Albion and builds on the existing services currently available at the Cram building.” said Hailey Black, Family Public Health Director of the Calhoun County Public Health Department.
“We want to see families in Albion thrive and are confident that we can bring the expertise and support to be able to help the underserved in the community to feel empowered to take control of their pregnancy journey and experience the positive birth experience that they deserve," said Anna Saup, Milk Like Mine Albion Manager.
The establishment of Milk Like Mine's Albion branch is made possible through a collaboration with the Calhoun County Public Health Department (CCPHD). Families in Albion can also access additional resources and services through CCPHD, including pregnancy testing and reproductive health, immunizations, and WIC services. To learn more about available services, please contact CCPHD or visit our website calhouncountymi.gov/publichealth
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