The Complete Guide to Breastfeeding Support in Napa Valley
From free hospital support groups to private in-home care, here is everything Napa moms need to know to find help.
Navigating a new baby is hard, but finding help shouldn't be. As a local Lactation Consultant (and fellow mom), I have curated this list of trusted local resources to help you find the right level of support for your family—whether that’s a weekly social group or urgent medical care.
1. Private In-Home Support
Best for: Personalized attention, urgent pain/latch issues, weighted feeds, and keeping your baby home.
CK Lactation (Carissa Kramp, Specialist) While hospital classes are wonderful for basics, sometimes you need hands-on help in your own living room. I travel to families across Napa, Yountville, and St. Helena to solve latch issues, low supply, and pumping pain without you needing to pack a diaper bag.
Services: Home visits, Weighted Feeds, Return-to-Work planning.
Availability: Weekends and urgent appointments available.
2. Free Support Groups (Drop-In)
Best for: Social connection, weekly check-ins, and meeting other local moms.
Community support groups are a lifeline for new parents. These are free, drop-in groups where you can weigh your baby and ask questions in a group setting.
Better Beginnings "Baby Village"
This is a warm, welcoming circle for all parents (breastfeeding or bottle-feeding). It is facilitated by local specialists and is a great place to make friends.
When: Wednesdays at 10:30 AM
Where: Acorn Chiropractic (1700 Soscol Ave, Suite 1, Napa)
Cost: Free
Insider Tip: This group is fantastic for the "emotional" side of parenting. It’s a judgment-free zone to talk about sleep, fussiness, and highs/lows.
"Feeding Your Baby with Love" (Queen of the Valley)
Facilitated by a hospital IBCLC, this group is excellent for clinical questions and weight checks.
When: Thursdays, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Where: Active Wellness Center (3421 Villa Lane, Napa) – First floor babysitting room.
Cost: Free
Insider Tip: Parking here is easy. Bring your baby's blanket for the floor/scale!
3. Hospital & Clinical Outpatient Services
Best for: Medical emergencies, insurance-covered clinic visits.
If you are experiencing severe symptoms (like a fever from mastitis) or need to utilize your hospital insurance benefits, these clinics are your primary resource.
Providence Queen of the Valley Medical Center
Support Line: (530) 796-1017 (Call or Text 9am-5pm)
Clinic: The "Baby & Me" center offers outpatient appointments. You may need a referral from your pediatrician.
Kaiser Permanente Napa
Advice Nurse: 1-866-454-8855 (24/7)
Note: Kaiser offers excellent internal classes and lactation appointments, but they are exclusively for Kaiser members.
CommuniCare+OLE
Perinatal Services: (707) 252-6541
Note: A vital resource for bilingual support and comprehensive community health.
4. WIC (Women, Infants, and Children)
Best for: Income-eligible families needing food assistance, pumps, and peer counseling.
Napa County WIC is an incredible resource that provides healthy food, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support at no cost to eligible families.
Services: Breast pump loans, peer counselors, and food vouchers.
Phone: (707) 253-4853
Location: Napa County Health & Human Services
Language: Se habla español.
5. Local Doulas (Birth & Postpartum)
Best for: Holistic support during labor and the first 40 days.
While I specialize in lactation, Doulas are the experts in "mother care"—helping you recover from birth, cook meals, and adjust to life with a newborn.
Elizabeth Akkerman (Doula Wren)
Grace Magnini (Wine Country Doula)
Tiffany Lacey (The Mixed Doula)
FAQ: Do I need a Support Group or a Private Consultant?
Go to a Support Group if:
Your baby is feeding well, but you want to check their weight.
You feel lonely and want to meet other parents.
You have general questions like "Is this normal?"
Book a Private Home Visit if:
Nursing is painful. (Pain is common, but never normal).
Your baby is losing weight or not regaining birth weight.
You are exhausted and the idea of leaving the house feels impossible.
You want a specialized plan for pumping, preemies, or weaning.