Local Resources
Scott County Health DepartmentThe Health Pregnancy Program at the Scott County Health Department offers FREE support, education, and resources to pregnant people and new parents. These services are offered as an addition to prenatal care from your health care provider.
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Rock Island County Health Department WICRock Island County Health Department offers a Maternal Health program as well as a WIC program for their residents.
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Scott County WICCHC WIC offers a supplemental nutrition program as well as access to a breastfeeding peer counselor.
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Quad Cities Lactation & Infant Feeding Resouces List
Current list is being updated, please check back soon or reach out to us if you need assistance.
Maternal Mental Health Resources in the Quad Cities
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Online Resources
Breastfeeding resources for families. Last updated 2023, but still a lot of very useful information.
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Resource & hotline to help answer questions about breastmilk and medications.
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Videos to help parents get off to a good start.
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e-lactancia website offering information on ''is it compatible with breastfeeding''. Includes information on herbals and homeopathy.
Stay up to date on breastfeeding in Iowa. Find your local breastfeeding Coalition, Iowa breastfeeding laws, and resources for businesses with breastfeeding employees.
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Education to help parents have a successful breastfeeding experience from the first droplets.
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Information on exposure to medications and drugs as well as other possible exposures while lactating.
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Helpful Videos
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Other Resources
Find car seat installation checks near you as well as information on car seat safety.
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Iowa chapter of Postpartum Support International. Find trained professionals, helplines and support groups (virtual and in-person).
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The Bloom Project is a non-profit organization working to help BIPOC pregnant women in the community with resources and support. The project provides curated postpartum care package for birthing families.
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