Programs
Breastfeeding Classes & Resources
Breastfeeding Support Center
Promoting and supporting a commitment to Mother’s Milk for baby for the first four weeks and longer. Our Breastfeeding Support Team includes Public Health Nurses, Registered Nurses, and WIC Dietitians with specified lactation training.
Services are available:
- in your home
- by telephone
- at the Horizon Public Health Office
Breastfeeding Classes
Mothers and birth partners are encouraged to attend during their third trimester. Cost is $25 per couple.
Register Here for Breastfeeding Classes
Breastfeeding classes will cover the following topics:
- Benefits of Breastfeeding
- How Breastfeeding Works
- How to Breastfeed
- When to Feed Your Baby
- Getting Enough Milk
- Breast Care
- Breastfeeding Lifestyle
Classes are held at 725 Elm Street, Alexandria, MN 56308 from 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Please enter through the Clinic entrance.
January 28, April 29, July 29, October 28
Childbirth Classes
We are no longer offering Childbirth Classes. Please contact your primary provider for available options.
Lactation Station Tent Check-Out
The Horizon Public Health Lactation Station Tents are available for check-out, to use at community events or spaces. There is a large 10 foot x 10 foot tent and a smaller pop-up tent (one user at a time). These tents are not for private or personal use.
- Lactation Station Check-Out Rules
- Equipment Check-Out Request and Agreement Form
- Lactation Station Set-Up Video
Please email completed Equipment Check-Out Forms to Whitney at [email protected]
NEW: Anytime, Anywhere Breastfeeding Initiative
The Anytime, Anywhere Initiative works to increase awareness, acceptance, and support of breastfeeding families wherever they choose to feed their children.
Make Breastfeeding Welcome Here
Businesses, organizations, and public spaces can show their support by taking the Breastfeeding Welcome Here – Anytime, Anywhere Pledge.
By taking the pledge, your organization demonstrates its commitment to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for breastfeeding families.
Participating organizations will receive a “Breastfeeding Welcome Here” window cling, featuring the international breastfeeding symbol, to display prominently at their location. The cling lets families know that they are welcome and supported.
Educate Your Staff
Creating a breastfeeding-friendly environment also means making sure employees and staff understand the rights of breastfeeding families. We encourage participating organizations to share information about Minnesota breastfeeding laws with their teams and help ensure that breastfeeding families are treated with respect and support.
Download Anytime, Anywhere Resources
Use and share these resources to help make your organization breastfeeding-friendly:
- Believers in Breastfeeding Coalition Letter
- Breastfeeding Flyer
- Breastfeeding Infographic
- Breastfeeding Resource List
- Breastfeeding Business Pledge
Take the pledge, display your support, and help create a community where families feel welcome to breastfeed anytime, anywhere.