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Comprehensive Lactation Services at Daviess Community Hospital

Breastfeeding provides a unique opportunity to bond with your baby while delivering essential nutrients and lifelong health benefits. At Daviess Community Hospital in Washington, Indiana, our comprehensive Lactation Services are designed to help you and your baby thrive—whether you’re still expecting or already nurturing your little one at home.

Why Choose Daviess Community Hospital for Breastfeeding Support?

  • Certified Expertise: Our team includes International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) and Certified Lactation Counselors, ready to provide individualized care.
  • Personalized Guidance: From prenatal education to postpartum follow-ups, our staff works closely with you to address concerns like latch difficulty, soreness, milk production, or any other breastfeeding questions.
  • Accessible Care: Take advantage of in-hospital support, outpatient visits, phone consultations, and a monthly breastfeeding support group—all tailored to fit your schedule and needs.

Our Lactation Services

  1. Birthing, Infant Care & Breastfeeding Classes
    • Learn labor and delivery essentials, practical infant care, and breastfeeding techniques.
    • Ask questions, practice skills, and gain confidence before your baby arrives.
  2. In-Hospital Support
    • Skin-to-Skin Education: Discover how immediate skin-to-skin contact can promote bonding and a healthy milk supply.
    • Breastfeeding Evaluation: Our lactation team will observe and assist with your baby’s latch and feeding techniques.
  3. Ongoing Outpatient Support
    • Follow-Up Phone Calls: We check in with you after discharge to answer any questions and ensure you and your baby are doing well.
    • Lactation Phone Line: Call (812) 254-2760, ext. 1344 (messages checked daily) to schedule outpatient visits or get answers on the go.
    • Outpatient Visits: Receive personalized, one-on-one consultations to tackle challenges such as low milk supply, latching issues, and more.
    • Monthly Breastfeeding Support Group: Connect with other moms, share experiences, and learn new tips in a supportive environment. Visit our calendar for information!
  4. Breast Pump Assistance
    • Insurance Guidance: Find out if you qualify for a free breast pump through your insurance plan.
    • Education & Maintenance: Learn how to use and care for your breast pump correctly, including pumping schedules for optimal milk production.
  5. Additional Education & Guidance
    • Safe Sleep Practices: Get expert advice on room-sharing, proper crib setup, and reducing the risk of SIDS.
    • Milk Storage & Thawing: Understand best practices for labeling, freezing, and thawing breastmilk to preserve nutrients.
    • Cleaning Breastfeeding Equipment: Learn how to properly clean and sanitize pumps, bottles, and accessories.
    • Healthy Habits for Mom: Discover tips on nutrition, rest, and stress management to maintain or increase your milk supply.

Interested in Our Milk Depot & Milk Express Site?

We partner with The Milk Bank to make donor milk more accessible for families who need it most. Visit our dedicated Milk Depot & Milk Express Site page to learn how to donate or receive pasteurized donor human milk.

Contact Us Today

Whether you’re pregnant and preparing for breastfeeding or need help after you’ve brought your baby home, our Lactation Services team is here to guide you every step of the way. Call our Lactation Voicemail Line at (812) 254-2760, ext. 1344 to learn more, ask questions, or schedule an appointment.​

Meet Our Lactation Professionals

All three can be reached through our Lactation Voicemail Line at (812) 254-2760, ext. 1344. They check messages daily, seven days a week, to ensure you get the support you need.


Lindsey Zollman, BSN, RN, IBCLC

Board-Certified Lactation Consultant
812-254-2760 ext. 1344 lactation voicemail line
lzollman@dchosp.org


Jennifer Jerger, RN

Certified Lactation Counselor
812-254-2760 ext. 1344 lactation voicemail line
Jjerger@dchosp.org

Macy Wheat, RN, IBCLC
Board-Certified Lactation Consultant
812-254-2760 ext. 1344 lactation voicemail line
mwheat@dchosp.org

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