Breastfeeding resources
Breastfeeding resources are available to Prepaid Medical Assistance Program (PMAP), MinnesotaCare, UCare Connect + Medicare and UCare Connect members.
Breast milk is the best food for your baby. It’s made especially for your baby, and it’s easier for infants to digest than formula. Breast milk also doesn’t need to be mixed or heated. Breastfeeding for even a short time can help keep your baby from getting infections, illnesses and allergies.
Breast pumps
After your baby is born, if you return to work or if you have to be away from your baby and would like a breast pump, UCare can provide you with one. We offer eligible UCare members one breast pump per pregnancy. A doctor's order is required.
To order a breast pump, call the UCare Customer Service phone number listed on the back of your member ID card or talk to your doctor about where to find a durable medical supply agency.
To order a breast pump, call the UCare Customer Service phone number listed on the back of your member ID card or talk to your doctor about where to find a durable medical supply agency.
Get help
For additional breastfeeding resources, contact:
- The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Breastfeeding Referral Line at 1-877-214-BABY (1-877-214-2229) toll free. The WIC Referral Line will connect you with your local WIC agency, where you can access breastfeeding resources.
- La Leche League of Minnesota and the Dakotas at 612-922-4996. La Leche is a volunteer organization that organizes breastfeeding support groups and connects new mothers with local breastfeeding volunteers. You may have to leave a voicemail message with your phone number so they can call you back.
- The hospital where you delivered, your primary care clinic or your OB-GYN. If your clinic doesn't have a lactation consultant available, the clinic should be able to refer you to the right resource for you.