Breastfeeding Center at Parkside

Breastfeeding Center at Parkside The Breastfeeding Center at Parkside is dedicated to providing support, education, and care to all.

We typically respond to all private messages within 24 hours during weekday hours. If you have an immediate need for lactation assistance, please call our office at (864) 516-2800 as we want to ensure we are able to respond your needs as soon as possible!

Today, we remember the resilience, courage, and unity that arose from tragedy. Never forget.
09/11/2026

Today, we remember the resilience, courage, and unity that arose from tragedy. Never forget.

When you’re sick with a common illness like a cold, flu, stomach bug, or fever, your body begins making antibodies to fi...
09/09/2026

When you’re sick with a common illness like a cold, flu, stomach bug, or fever, your body begins making antibodies to fight the infection. Those protective antibodies are passed through your breast milk to your baby.

Breastfeeding while sick can actually help:
✨ Protect your baby from getting sick
✨ Reduce the severity of illness if they do get sick
✨ Provide comfort, hydration, and nutrition
✨ Maintain your milk supply during illness

Most illnesses are spread before symptoms even begin – meaning your baby has likely already been exposed before you realized you were sick.

To help protect your little one:
✨ Wash hands often
✨ Stay hydrated and rest when possible
✨ Wear a mask if you have respiratory symptoms
✨ Continue nursing or pumping frequently

There are only a few rare situations where breastfeeding may need to pause temporarily, so always check with your healthcare provider or IBCLC if you’re unsure about medications or specific illnesses.

Your milk is powerful – even on your hardest days.

Check out what’s happening this upcoming month at the Breastfeeding Center at Parkside here → breastfeedingcenteratparks...
08/31/2026

Check out what’s happening this upcoming month at the Breastfeeding Center at Parkside here → breastfeedingcenteratparkside.eventbrite.com

🤍 CLASSES
Breastfeeding Basics | $20; registration required.
🤍 SUPPORT GROUPS
Mom Tribe | Free; no registration required.
Baby Basics | Free; no registration required.

08/20/2026

🩷 Support for Mom 🩷

Hear from one of our Reidville Road Medical Assistants, Bre’Anna, about the benefits of having a great support system for mom! She loves supporting the moms at the Breastfeeding Center. Schedule your appointment today to see one of our team members!

📍 Greenville Location: 525 Verdae Blvd. Suite 100, Greenville, SC 29607
📍 Spartanburg Location: 2430 Reidville Road, Spartanburg, SC 29301

📞 864.516.2800
💻 breastfeedingcenteratparkside.com

Check out what’s happening the rest of the month at the Breastfeeding Center at Parkside! See future dates for classes ...
08/17/2026

Check out what’s happening the rest of the month at the Breastfeeding Center at Parkside! See future dates for classes and support groups here → breastfeedingcenteratparkside.eventbrite.com

🤍 SUPPORT GROUPS
Mom Tribe | Free; no registration required.
Baby Basics | Free; no registration required.

🤍CLASSES
Breastfeeding Basics | $20; registration required.

08/03/2026

This week, we celebrate every breastfeeding journey – the joyful moments, the exhausting nights, the questions, the tears, and the incredible resilience it takes to keep going!

Breastfeeding is so much more than feeding a baby. It provides optimal nutrition, supports immune health, promotes healthy growth and development, and fosters a unique bond between parent and child. But while breastfeeding is natural, it isn’t always easy.

If you’re breastfeeding today, know this:
- Every feed matters.
- Your worth is not measured in ounces.
- You are not defined by your hardest postpartum days.
- Asking for help is a sign of strength, not failure.
- You deserve support, encouragement, and compassionate care.

And if your journey looked different from what you hoped, there is grace for that, too. Every family has a unique story, and every parent deserves kindness – not comparison. Your identity isn’t found in exclusive breastfeeding, your milk supply, or how long your journey lasts.

This World Breastfeeding Week, let’s commit to creating communities where mothers feel seen, supported, and empowered to meet their breastfeeding goals. 🩷

Check out what’s happening this upcoming month at the Breastfeeding Center at Parkside here → breastfeedingcenteratparks...
06/29/2026

Check out what’s happening this upcoming month at the Breastfeeding Center at Parkside here → breastfeedingcenteratparkside.eventbrite.com

🤍 CLASSES
Breastfeeding Basics | $20; registration required.

🤍 SUPPORT GROUPS
Mom Tribe | Free; no registration required.
Baby Basics | Free; no registration required.

Did you know your body creates the perfect milk for your baby at every stage? Here’s a simple breakdown:✨ Colostrum (Day...
06/25/2026

Did you know your body creates the perfect milk for your baby at every stage? Here’s a simple breakdown:

✨ Colostrum (Days 1-3) ✨
Often called “liquid gold”, colostrum is thick, concentrated, and produced in small amounts – perfect for your newborn’s tiny stomach. It’s rich in antibodies, white blood cells, and protective factors that help coat your baby’s gut and build their first immune defenses. Colostrum also acts as a natural laxative, helping your baby pass meconium and reducing the risk of jaundice. A little goes a long way!

🩵 Transitional Milk (Days 3-14) 🩵
As your milk “comes in”, it increases in volume and changes in color and consistency. This milk supports your baby’s rapid growth and developing needs.

❕Mature Milk (2+ weeks and beyond)❕
Your milk becomes lighter and more consistent in appearance, but it’s still full of everything your baby needs – hydration, nutrients, and immune support. It continues to adjust based on your baby’s age, feeding patterns, and even illnesses.

Breast milk continues to provide immune support with antibodies that help fight everyday illnesses. It offers comfort and connection during big developmental stages, supports healthy digestion, and adapts to meet your toddler’s changing nutritional needs. Your milk is always changing to meet your baby’s needs – how amazing is that?! Every drop matters!

At Parkside, Juneteenth reminds us of the importance of freedom, resilience, and unity. It’s a time to listen, to learn,...
06/19/2026

At Parkside, Juneteenth reminds us of the importance of freedom, resilience, and unity. It’s a time to listen, to learn, and to grow together as we build a culture of respect for all.

We are so thankful for the kind words from our patients! 💗 Every review reminds us why we are so passionate about loving...
06/12/2026

We are so thankful for the kind words from our patients! 💗 Every review reminds us why we are so passionate about loving and serving mamas along their breastfeeding journey. Check out this recent patient review that warms our hearts. 🤗

Address

525 Verdae Boulevard, Suite 100
Greenville, SC
29607

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 3:30pm
Thursday 8am - 3:30pm
Friday 8am - 3:30pm

Telephone

+18645162800

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