Congratulations On the Birth of Your Baby!
Breastfeeding your baby can be a rewarding experience. It provides significant health and nutritional benefits important for your baby's growth and development and offers a wonderful source of nurturing. Nursing your baby is a learned skill for both mother and infant requiring time and patience. While many women are able to successfully breastfeed soon after delivery, some women need assistance. Torrance Memorial’s Health Resource and Retail Center, HealthLinks, is here to help.
Mothers' Room
The Breastfeeding Mothers' rooms have a private area with comfortable chairs, a refrigerator for breast milk storage, digital baby weight scales so you can check your baby’s weight and educational information for new parents.
For More Information Call 310-325-9110 ext. 4225 Email [email protected] www.torrancememorial.com/healthlinks Location West Tower, 1st Floor Torrance Memorial Medical Center 3330 Lomita Blvd., Torrance, CA 90505 Hours Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Saturdays 11:00 AM - 1: 30 PM Sundays Closed
Lactation Consultants and Educators
For a variety of reasons, some women experience difficulties when breastfeeding. Our Certified Lactation Educators (CLEs) are available to answer questions about breastfeeding. For those needing more hands-on help, breastfeeding clinic is available, staffed by an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). HealthLinks also rents hospital grade breast pumps.
Breastfeeding Classes
We recommend that you attend our Breastfeeding Class during the seventh month of your pregnancy. Breastfeeding and other pre- and post- natal classes are available at Torrance Memorial. For the current schedule, visit us online at www.torrancememorial.org/classes.
Breastfeeding Accessories
Visit HealthLinks to check out a variety of breast pumps, replacement parts, and other nursing accessories that can help improve the breastfeeding experience for both mother and baby. We carry a boutique line of nursing apparel by Bravado Designs. Certified bra fitters available.