Breastfeeding Support
Guiding Star Siouxland Lactation Support resources:
LATCH – Breastfeeding Support Group – Mondays, 9am-11am
Baby Weigh Clinic – Mondays, 9am-11am
LATCH – Facebook Group
LATCH Lactation Class
Lactation Counselors
Amaris Garcia, CBE, CBC, CLD, SBD, SpBCPE – Birth and Lactation Services
Amaris currently makes her home in Sioux City, IA with her husband and two children. She has received various certifications and completed training for childbirth educator, breastfeeding counselor, birth doula, bereavement doula, postpartum doula, and herbalism. She is passionate about supporting families with evidence-based resources and natural, holistic options that recognize the beauty of God’s perfect design in the human body. She is also bilingual and enjoys being able to support Spanish speakers.
Nursing Lounge and Baby Weigh Station
Our nursing Lounge and baby Weigh Station are open at anytime Guiding Star is open, no appointment needed. Come in enjoy easy parking, a soft chair, a drink and encouraging support. Our Baby Scale is available to weigh your baby to build confidence as you reach your breastfeeding goals.
Breast Pumps
Breast Milk Sharing Program
We have donor milk available from local mamas with extra to share. Click here to learn more!