Homespun Nurturing Breastfeeding Program

The Nutrition Division also has a special group of women who assist mothers choosing to breastfeed their children. With the generous funding of Smart Start, the Homespun Nurturing Breastfeeding Peer Counselor program provides assessments and support to any nursing mothers within Robeson County. The program offers home visits, phone contact and classes.

This program offers breastfeeding support and prenatal breastfeeding education to pregnant women and their families. Emphasis is placed on breastfeeding education and promotions as well as referring women and children to primary health care provider. It encourages WIC participation, medical insurance, and immunizations for young children.

Services operate countywide seven days a week from 8:00am-5:00pm with limited evening hours.

Breastfed is Best Fed. Please contact the Breastfeeding Peer Counselors at (910) 608-2114 or (910)-671- 3736.