This is only a request, and staff will contact you with availability. Bellies is a Certified Medela® Lactation Center who offers the Symphony Breastpump Rental, designed to help build and maintain milk supply. Mom must own or buy a Symphony Pump kit to use the pump. Bellies stocks kits required to use a hospital-grade pump unit. Please complete policy and forms to speed the processing of your rental. We will contact you within 24 hours to secure your rental, if available

This is only a request, and staff will email you with availability. Bellies offers two types of scales: Medela BabyWeigh® - used to measure the amount of milk your baby consumes during breastfeeding, with before and after feeding weigh-ins. Medela BabyChecker® - used for just an electronic measurement of baby's weight up to 40lbs. Never leave baby unattended. Please complete policy and forms to speed the processing of your rental. We will contact you within 24 hours to secure your rental, if available.

Choose this option, if you need to return your rental equipment in store or curbside. Please choose from the booking times available or contact us for a custom time convenient for you. All rental equipment must be received in good condition per contract, or charges may be applied according to the rental policy.

Our board-certified consultant (IBCLC) can gently and compassionately assist you in establishing and maintaining your lactation goals, in the comfort of your own home. You will be seen by one of our highly qualified International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC). Our IBCLC can support you with your breastfeeding goals, discuss any concerns, latch techniques, and perform an extended lactation evaluation. Our goal is to empower you as a new mother and support you during your lactation journey.

Your consultation will take place in the private, comfortable mommy lounge in our lovely store. You will be seen by one of our highly qualified International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC). During this consultation, our IBCLC can support you with your breastfeeding goals, discuss any concerns, latch techniques, and perform an extended lactation evaluation. Our goal is to empower you as a new mother and support you during your lactation journey.

In the comfort of your home via our virtual HIPAA approved telemedicine platform, our international board-certified lactation consultant (IBCLC) will support you in resolving your lactation concerns and assist you in achieving your goals. Our IBCLCs are experienced in a variety of complex breastfeeding situations and are trained to help you achieve results. Includes 1 customized care plan via email, 4 follow-up questions by email or text, and a superbill by request. Please select a time and complete forms.

Are you exclusively pumping or pumping more than nursing? Curious about your magic number to output in order to maintain a good milk supply? Need tips on pumping? This private session is for moms who want to learn how much to pump/feed/bottlefeed without overstressing on supply. Our IBCLCs will coach you on how to create a realisitc ratio of breastmilk to bottles. You will be left empowered and encouraged with your choice to pump whether it's 1 oz or 100 oz, because you are doing a great job mama!

Our international board-certified lactation consultant (IBCLC) will provide phone support to aid your lactation goals and compassionately listen to your questions/concerns. A phone session is a good medium to use to get some extra encouragement, have 1 or 2 specific questions about lactation, need info out about mothers milk and medications, or have noticed changes in your milk or baby that you would like to address. For additional time, check box below before booking.

SERIES 1 Babies born April-July 2021.
8 classes on TUES 10am-11:30am.
8/3/21 to 9/28/21 (no class 9/7).
Bellies’ Mamas & Babies Group nurses the needs of you and baby in a nurturing, supportive community at the beautiful Chevy Chase Country Club. Our 8-week series is facilitated by a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Each class has a weekly topic, handouts about parenthood/baby's development, songs, & lots of time for discussion. Come join your tribe!

Series 5 Tuesdays 10am-11:30am.
Class dates: 5/18/21 to 7/13/21 (No class 7/6)) Last class on 7/13 is your baby graduation!)
(dates/times subject to change due to COVID19)
Bellies’ Mamas & Babies Group nurses the needs of you and your baby in a nurturing, supportive community. Our 8-week series is facilitated by a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, who is a mama herself. Class includes a weekly topic, handouts related to parenthood/baby’s development, songs, & lots of time for discussio

Tues. 10am-11:30am - Series 5 for May, June, July, August & Sept. 2020 babies
Thurs. 10am-11:30am - Series 2 for Oct/Nov/Dec '20 & January 2021 babies
Bellies’ Mamas & Babies Group nurses the needs of you and baby in a nurturing, supportive community. Our series is facilitated by a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Each class has a weekly topic, handouts about parenthood/baby's development, songs, & lots of time for discussion. Come join your tribe!

Bellies Bundle includes a 3 hour class covering all you need to know about breastfeeding essentials and newborn care to welcome your baby with empowerment and ease to successfully transition into parenthood. Please complete forms prior to paying. Custom times and dates available upon request. Booking includes a goody gift bag plus perks!

This class is for expecting parents. Learn what to expect from birth through the early weeks of caring for your newborn from birth appearance and characteristics to understanding newborn reflexes. We will discuss newborn screening tests, caring for your baby, calming baby techniques and bonding, the importance of skin-to-skin, reducing SIDS, Infant Safety and Tummy Time. This private class takes place in our comfortable parent lounge. Booking includes a goody gift bag plus Bellies perks!

Class topics: skin-to-skin, latch, positions, pumping, milk supply, nutrition, engorgement, & special situations (multiples, illness, premature infants, cbirths). Also covered: guidelines of the American Academy of Pediatric (AAP), benefits of nursing, how breastmilk is made, how it changes to accommodate baby’s needs. when to feed/how often, how much is enough, partner/family support, & "Baby Friendly” hospitals/ healthcare providers advocacy. Goody bag included!

Class topics: skin-to-skin, latch, positions, pumping, milk supply, nutrition, engorgement, & special situations (multiples, illness, premature infants, cbirths). Also covered: guidelines of the American Academy of Pediatric (AAP), benefits of nursing, how breastmilk is made, how it changes to accommodate baby’s needs. when to feed/how often, how much is enough, partner/family support, & "Baby Friendly” hospitals/ healthcare providers advocacy. This class takes place on a virtual platform.

Curious about baby’s development during pregnancy? Eager to learn about gentle exercise, stretching, eating during pregnancy for optimal nutrition and foods to avoid, how to manage common pregnancy discomforts, tests and checks suggested by your care provider (including California prenatal screening), sexuality during pregnancy, signs of premature labor. This class takes place on a virtual platform. Please complete all forms prior to paying.

This class is for expecting parents. Learn what to expect from birth through the early weeks of caring for your newborn from birth appearance and characteristics to understanding newborn reflexes. We will discuss newborn screening tests, caring for your baby, calming baby techniques and bonding, the importance of skin-to-skin, reducing SIDS, Infant Safety and Tummy Time. This class takes place on a virtual platform. Please complete all forms prior to paying.

This private consult is designed to aid new parents in caring for baby the first 12 weeks. Our newborn care specialist can gently and compassionately help you achieve realistic goals and assist with the challenges of infant care. We advise on methods to soothe baby, discuss sleep patterns, assess feeding cues, and customize consult to address your concerns. This consult takes place on a virtual platform.

Our instructor will coach you on bottle-feeding techniques to build confidence with nurturing baby. We teach you ways to recognize baby cues, methods to pace feed, and types of bottles designed to maximize the parent-to-baby bottle-feeding experience. We advise on bottle designs, optimal brands, baby’s stomach capacity, scheduling, timing, burping, and cleaning. Our educator will compassionately teach you soothing practices to comfort you during feeding, that help you build an everlasting bond with baby.

Love a one-on-one shopping experience without coming in-store? Schedule a virtual appointment, for your comfort and convenience. Whether you're right down the street or across the country, you can schedule a virtual sales appointment and get the Bellies personal shopping experience you're looking for. Our experienced sales associate will help you choose products perfect for your needs. You will feel just like you are in Bellies! Click a time slot or text 818-541-1200, for a custom time.