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Breastfeeding guidance

Breastfeeding guidance gives you informational and practical support for starting and managing breastfeeding.

Age group: Young people, Children and families with children

Service language: English, Finnish

Municipality: Espoo, Hanko, Inkoo, Karkkila, Kauniainen, Kirkkonummi, Lohja, Raasepori, Siuntio, Vihti, ...

Activity organiser: Metropolia Ammattikorkeakoulu Oy(external link)

Welcome to HyMy Village's breastfeeding guidance if you are pregnant or have recently given birth and need information or support related to breastfeeding. Breastfeeding guidance can be provided through discussion and demonstration. The reception is a low-threshold service, and you do not need a referral. According to your decision, you can also bring another parent or someone else close to you to the appointment. The guidance is carried out by Metropolia's student completing a midwife or health nurse degree or breastfeeding guidance training. Our staff, who are health care professionals, are responsible for the service.

* In breastfeeding guidance, you get individual guidance and support for breastfeeding and starting breastfeeding.

* Guidance includes verbal counseling and, if necessary, observation of possible breastfeeding.

* The aim is to increase your breastfeeding knowledge and support your breastfeeding confidence.

Find more information about the service on our website.
The in-person service is provided as an individual appointment (60 min) at Metropolia's Myllypuro campus in the Hymy Village health and care facilities. There is also the option for a remote appointment using a secure, non-recording video connection. Appointment times are available weekly during the academic terms. An appointment is required. You can make an appointment either by calling our customer service or by booking a time through the online booking system. You can also request non-urgent assistance through our chat service.
Breastfeeding guidance is free of charge.