Breast/Chestfeeding Classes
We offer warm, one-on-one lactation guidance to help you feed your little one with love and confidence. Our experts are like friendly guides on your feeding journey, making it smooth and joyful for you and your baby!
| Organization | Location | Contact Information | Fee? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breastfeed with Confidence | Virtual and in-person, based in Mount Vernon | breastfeedwithconfidence.com (360) 395-5034 (texts preferred) | Yes |
| Community Action of Skagit County WIC | Virtual | communityactionskagit.org/wic (360) 416-7595 | No |
| Cuddles and Milk | In-person, based in Mount Vernon | cuddlesandmilk.com/in-person-visits-and-classes (707) 241-3206 | Yes |
| Island Health | In-person, based in Anacortes | islandhealth.org/classes (360) 299-1309 | Yes |
| United General District 304 WIC | Virtual | unitedgeneral.org/classes/#wic-bf (360) 854-7162 | No |
Lactation Support, Home, Office or Telehealth Visits
Make an appointment with an IBCLC* or WIC Peer Counselor if you have prenatal concerns or things don’t go as planned. Most lactation services are covered by medial insurance but check first. Lactation support is provided free at WIC clinics.
| Organization | Care Provider | Type of Visit | Contact Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breastfeed with Confidence | Teri Shilling, MS, IBCLC | Home Visit | breastfeedwithconfidence.com (360) 395-5034 (texts preferred) |
| Community Action WIC | Teri Shilling, MS, IBCLC | Office Visits | communityactionskagit.org/wic (360) 416-7595 |
| Cuddles and Milk | Katie Oshita, RN, BSN, IBCLC | Office or Telehealth Visits | cuddlesandmilk.com (707) 241-3206 |
| Island Health | Teri Shilling, MS, IBCLC Sara Weeks, DO | Office Visits | islandhealth.org (360) 293-3101 |
| Loveblossom Lactation & Wellness | Sharon Sullivan, RN, IBCLC | Home or Telehealth Visits | loveblossom.net (360) 587-2033 |
| Majestic Nurturing | Kate Majestic, MA IBCLC | Home Visits | majesticnurturing.com (360) 320-3161 |
| Skagit Regional Health | Office Visits | skagitregionalhealth.org/programs-services/family-birthcenters/education-andresources/lactation-resources (360) 428-2283 | |
| Swinomish Indian Tribal Community | Office Visits | swinomish.org/resources/health-wellness/medical-clinic.aspx (360) 466-3167 | |
| Wild Sage Midwifery | Rebecca Bartsch, MSM, LM, IBCLC | Home, Office, or Telehealth Visits | tulipcitymidwife.com (360) 559-2504 (Texts preferred) |
Community Support Groups
All Community and Peer Support Groups are free to attend and open to all.
| Organization | Location | Type of Support | Contact Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Action of Skagit County – WIC | Based in Mount Vernon | Peer Counselor Support | communityactionskagit.org/wic (360) 416-7595 |
| The Holding Space | Based in Anacortes | Support Group | theholdingspacebwc.com/classes-groups |
| United General District 304 WIC | Based in Sedro-Woolley, Concrete, and Stanwood | Peer Counselor Support | unitedgeneral.org/ breastfeeding-support/ (360) 333-1467 |
Ancillary Lactation Care Providers
Check with your healthcare insurance provider for information about coverage for these services. In some cases, a referral from your primary health care provider is required.
Oral Restriction (tongue/lip tie) evaluation and treatment
| Organization | Location | Care Provider | Contact Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anacortes Midwifery | Based in Anacortes | Kelly McKittrick, ARNP, CNM, IBCLC | anacortesmidwiferycare.com (360) 298-8044 |
| Island Health | Based in Anacortes | Sara Weeks, DO Jason Blair, MD Jason Hogge, MD | islandhealth.org (360) 293-3101 |
Infant Physical / Occupational Therapists
| Organization | Location | Care Provider | Contact Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fidalgo Island Pediatric Occupational Therapy | Based in Anacortes | Carlene Nichols, MOT, OTR/L | fidalgo-island-occupational-therapy.com (206) 794-6030 |
| Valley Kids Therapy | Based in Burlington | Jenna Lisenby, PT, MSPT, DPT | valleykidstherapy.com (360) 336-3432 |
Download a Printable Resource list
Twice a year we create a list of current resources in Skagit County. Click below to download a printable copy of the resources listed on this page. If you know of a resource that should be added, go to the About Us page and send us a message.