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Breastfeeding Medicine | Akron Children's Hospital

One Perkins Square, Akron, OH 44308

Barrier Free Restrooms|Designated Parking|Elevators|Full Wheelchair Access|Indoor Wheelchair Access|Inside Ramps|Outside Ramps|Wheelchair Accessible Building (ramps & main entrance doors).
Eligibility
Serves individuals who are currently breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed after birth.
Required documents
Will be requested if needed.
Hours
By appointment only.
(330) 543-4500
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voice | Appointments

Languages
None.
Application process
Call 330-543-4500 for an appointment.
Fees
Accepts most public and private insurance. Call for details.
Service area
Summit County, Ohio Portage County, Ohio Medina County, Ohio
Provides specialized care for individuals who are currently breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed after birth. Breastfeeding medicine can help parents:
  • Address breastfeeding concerns during pregnancy.
  • Create a plan for premature babies, multiple births, or babies with complex medical conditions.
  • Address breastfeeding after breast surgery.
  • Help facilitate breastfeeding/chestfeeding in LGBTQ+ patients.
  • Work with low milk supply or oversupply.
  • Address and resolve painful feeding.
  • Manage slow weight gain through nutrition.
  • Address and manage issues like thrush, breast masses, and breast infection.
Last assured
07/15/2025
Providing organization
Akron Children's Hospital
Operates a pediatric hospital as well as a regional burn center, a pediatric trauma center, regional neonatal and pediatric intensive care units, and other clinical specialties. Also offers additional primary care and pediatric specialty locations throughout the area. Provides many advocacy, education, outreach, and research programs for children and their families.