Valley needs more lactation consultants

"I think it's crazy to eliminate a position like that because breastfeeding saves the health care system a lot of money. Breastfed kids make way fewer trips to the hospital."

Another lactation consultant for the Bow Valley has been identified as a need by public health, but officials are still waiting to hear if additional funding will be available. via Canmore Leader

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