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Prenatal Education Classes

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Cedars-Sinai offers a wide variety of prenatal education classes on childbirth, childcare and parenting. Easy online registration is also available. For more information, click here.

Lactation Education Center

Congratulations to you and your family on the birth of your baby! We wish you all the joy and happiness that go with caring for your newborn child.

Breastfeeding your baby can be a rewarding experience. Studies show that breast milk provides the best nutrition for your baby. In addition, it offers health benefits that are extremely valuable for infant growth and development.

Most women are able to successfully breastfeed soon after delivery. For some women, however, initial assistance may be needed to get off to the right start. Emotions surrounding the birth of a baby can be overwhelming and confusing. In most instances, breastfeeding becomes enjoyable and problem-free. At Cedars-Sinai we have comprehensive lactation support services to help you.

The Lactation Education Center is adjacent to the Labor and Delivery Suites on the Medical Center's third floor. Our staff will assist you with important information about breastfeeding your baby. We can teach you about many new breastfeeding techniques and other options, such as breast pumping.

The center is staffed with certified lactation consultants staff who have extensive training in maternal and child healthcare. We can use our broad knowledge and experience to begin basic problem solving, either through phone contact or during a private consultation, and to assist your pediatrician with diagnosis and treatment, when necessary.

Basic evaluation and problem solving begins while you are in the hospital. Often it only takes one visit from a lactation consultant to begin satisfying breastfeeding. If more is needed, the lactation consultant will continue to help. In-hospital services include:

  • Assistance with latch-on during the first days of breastfeeding
  • Visits with mothers to answer questions
  • Individual consultations for unusual breastfeeding problems
  • Instruction in the use of specific breastfeeding supplies, including breast pumps
  • Solutions to more complicated breastfeeding problems and concerns

Lactation Education Center services include:

  • Evaluation of breastfeeding
  • Education, prevention and treatment of breastfeeding problems
  • Instructions for concerns regarding increasing mother's breast milk supply, maternal diet and specific allergic conditions
  • Instruction in the use of specific breastfeeding supplies, including breast pumps and the supplemental nursing system, as needed
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Breastfeeding Information Hotline

The Breastfeeding Information Hotline is a fully automated phone system that allows you to listen to pre-recorded messages about breastfeeding, infant concerns, pumping your breast milk and other related issues. Dial (800) 972-6003 toll free to access this specially designed program.

To maximize the quantity and quality of information we offer the community, our new fully-automated telephone information system is now available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. By dialing this toll-free service, you can access up to 30 messages related to basic breastfeeding, infant feeding, breast pumping and infant sleeping concerns.

Most parents have found that having access to this kind of information at any hour, day or night, can be extremely valuable. The information available through our info line can mean a world of difference for moms who may be discouraged about breastfeeding.

Should you have problems or need additional encouragement, we are here to assist you. We can visit you in your hospital room, make an appointment or talk with you over the phone. Many difficulties can be solved right over the phone. Please feel free to call the Lactation Education Center's office at (310) 423-5312, or you may visit us on the third floor of the North Tower of the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, adjacent to the Maternity Unit.

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Lactation Supplies

To order any of the following supplies, please call (310) 423-5312. You may use your Mastercard, Visa card, American Express, Discover as well as cash. No checks are accepted. If you have questions, you may call or send an e-mail.

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Pump in Style Breast Pump $300
Autocycling, professional-grade electric pump with built-in motor unit. Great for long-term or frequent use.

Pump in Style Breast Pump Basic $255
Professional-grade electric pump without the attachments. Ideal if kit were given in hospital.

Pump in Style Traveler Breast Pump $300
Same as regular Pump In Style, with added features of backpack design with removable cooler carrier.

Pump in Style Advanced Breast Pump $325
Pump In Style Advanced Breastpump with 2-Phase Expression for maximum milk flow.

Pump in Style AC Adapter $20

Day Carrier Kit $39
Can be used in breast pump bags or as a cooler bag for bottles. Includes 4 milk containers, 4 solid lids, 4 2-piece lids, 4 nipples, 2 caps and cooling elements.

Breast Milk Storge and Feeding Set $20
Ideally suited for mothers who breast pump!

Mini Electric Breast Pump (Single Breast) $90
Portable, personal use, autocycling pump for occasional pumping.

Mini Electric Motor Kit (Single Breast) $80
Converts all Medela breast shields to Mini Electric use.

Universal Pumping System $48
For all pumping applications. Manual pumping and electric single or double pumping with Lactina & Classic breast pumps. Sterile and autoclavable.

Lactina Double Pumping System $48
Use as a manual breast pump or for single or double pumping Lactina pump. Sterile and autoclavable.

Vehicle Lighter Adapter $18.99
For pumping with the Pump In Style or Lactina pumps.

Breast Shield $8
For use with all Medela pumps. Autoclavable.

Personal Ease Breast Shield $12.50
Flexible breast shield is a great option for mothers who may find this flexible material more comfortable while pumping.

Personal Fit Breast Shield $9.00
For women with larger nipples.

Medela Accessory Kit Parts
Barrier Filter (for Classic Pump) $3.50

Pump Connector with pumping ring $6

Tubing $4.50

Valve (pale yellow) $1.50

White Membrane $1.50

Nursing Stool $30 (Specify White or Natural Wood Finish)
Designed to improve mother's posture while nursing. Helps eliminate back, shoulder, leg and arm strain by elevating the lap.

Mother's Milk Tea $5.29/Box of 16 bags
Promotes healthy lactation by combining herbs used in traditional Greco-European herbalism prepared as tea infusions to activate and promote lactation.

Fenugreek Seed Capsules $7.69/Bottle of 100
Historical use herb promotes healthy lactation. Recommended dose is two capsules, three times a day, preferably with food.

No Jo Baby Sling $30
Allows for hands-free holding of baby when on the go.

Contact Nipple Shield (Specify Newborn or Small Size) $6.50
For latch-on difficulties. Not suggested for use without professional guidance.

Soft Shells (Specify Flat/Inverted Nipples or Sore Nipples) $15
For treating nipples. Not suggested for use without professional guidance.

CFS Bags (Starter Pack) $11
20 disposable bags for collecting, storing/freezing breastmilk. Twist ties included.

CFS Bags (Economy Pack) $20
50 disposable bags.

Purelan 100 (0.25 oz. Tube) $2.50
Ultrapure, hypoallergenic, non-toxic form of USP modified lanolin to soothe and aid in the healing of sore nipples.

Purelan 100 (1.3 oz. Tube) $7.50

100% Cotton Washable Bra Pads $10
Extremely absorbant. Four pads to a package.

Thermal Breast Packs $23.99
Two thermal breast packs soothe painful and uncomfortable breasts.

Hydrogel pads $14
Two gel healing pads soothe painful and uncomfortable breasts.

Medela Softcup Bra (Sizes B-DD) $38
Extra support with smooth, comfortable cotton design. Features a no-roll bottom band that stays in place while offering extra support to bottom of cup. Shoulder straps have special pad for additional comfort.

Bravado Sports Bra (White, Black, Pink; Please Specify Size S/P-XL/TG+) $37
Features include 92% cotton for breathability and stretch, easy snap down cups, adjustable shoulder straps and pull-on sports back.

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Pre-Admission Form

Please print the Pre-Admission Form and complete in full. You may mail the form to:

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
L&D Admissions Office
8700 Beverly Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90048

Or you may fax it to (310) 423-0340.

If there are questions concerning the admitting process to Labor & Delivery at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, please call at (310) 423-3381.