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UPMC Children’s Community Pediatrics is part of UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, ranked 8th in the nation overall by U.S. News & World Report’s 2023-2024 Honor Roll for Best Children’s Hospitals.
Breastfeeding has many benefits for both mom and baby, and it is highly recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics that infants are breastfed, even if only for a short time.
Breastfeeding can be difficult at times and a lot of questions could arise, which is why myself and other lactation consultants at UPMC Children’s Community Pediatrics are here for you and your baby, right from the start. Keep in mind the below takeaways that we’d like you to know most about breastfeeding.
To position your baby comfortably, be sure the baby’s ear, shoulder and hip are aligned and their tummy is facing your body. There shouldn’t be any space between mom and baby. When latching, support the breast, aim the nipple at baby’s nose, tickle baby’s lips, and when baby opens wide, bring your baby to the breast chin-first.
A wide latch is essential to comfortable nursing. If you have sore nipples, an in-person visit with a lactation consultant should be part of your plan. Nipple shields are not recommended for sore nipples. Self-treatment might include lanolin or another healing barrier cream, hydrogel pads or saline rinses.
Babies need to nurse early and often for a good supply to be established, as feedings in the early days set the hormone receptors for long-term milk supply. Any time a baby misses a feeding at the breast, milk supply can decrease. If your baby won’t nurse, pump to maintain breast milk production.
Eating 8 to 12 times in 24 hours is normal for a newborn, and sometimes babies will cluster feed – wanting to nurse every hour for a few hours. This may happen before or after a long stretch of sleep or during a growth spurt.
Your colostrum, fed frequently, is enough. The more stimulation your breasts get, the sooner your milk will “come in.” While there are some medical situations where your baby may need to be supplemented, your own milk or donor milk is preferred to formula.
Your baby is more efficient than any pump. Some women have trouble letting down to a pump, making it look like their supplies are low. For more productive pumping, make sure you are relaxed, warm and try to not multitask. Massage your breast before and during pumping.
Every baby is unique, and infant sleep changes as your baby develops. Nighttime feedings can be essential for a good milk supply, as your prolactin levels are higher in the evening. If your baby has slow weight gain, feeding at night can help.
If you are having trouble breastfeeding, UPMC CCP has board certified lactation consultants in several of its offices. Learn more about lactation consulting at UPMC CCP.
With our Patient Portals, you can easily manage your child’s health online with 24/7 access to their medical record.
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By visiting UPMC Children’s Express Care, our after-hours clinic, your child will receive the same specialized pediatric care you’ve come to expect from your UPMC Children's Community Pediatrics pediatrician. Open conveniently on evenings and weekends, your child can receive care for minor injuries and illnesses when your pediatrician’s office is closed for the day.
Learn more about our services or find a location near you.
In the case of a serious emergency, call 911 or go to the emergency room.
Paying your bill has never been easier. UPMC Children’s Community Pediatrics offers you an easy and secure method for paying bills online for well and sick appointments as well as behavioral health visits.
Pay Your Bill Online
For questions regarding your billing statement, please call the UPMC CCP Billing Office at 1-888-857-7646 or email CCPBilling@chp.edu.
Are you passionate about caring for children? UPMC Children's Community Pediatrics offers the opportunity for you to apply your unique skills in pediatric medicine and to make an impact on children’s lives.
We are seeking candidates for full-time, part-time, casual, and temporary positions at our locations throughout 12 counties in western Pennsylvania.
To apply, visit the UPMC Careers website.
UPMC Children’s Community Pediatrics Stonewood Commons II 103 Bradford Road, Suite 200 Wexford, PA 15090
For administrative inquiries, please call 724-933-1100 or 1-888-857-7646.
Should a concern about your experience at UPMC CCP arise, please discuss it with your child’s pediatrician. If the concern remains unresolved, please email your concern to our patient relations specialist at ccpconfidential@chp.edu. We will investigate your concern and provide you with a response. Contacting our patient relations specialist will not negatively affect your care.