Helping Families in Bowling Green, KY Access Safe & Supported Feeding Options

Because every family deserves access to compassionate, evidence-based feeding support — regardless of financial circumstances.

What Is the Feed + Nurture Assistance Program?

Community-Focused Feeding Support — Led by an IBCLC. The Feed + Nurture Assistance Program is the only initiative of its kind in Bowling Green, KY: an IBCLC-led, community-first resource providing breastfeeding and pumping supplies, and limited reduced-cost lactation services to families who qualify.

Our mission is simple: no parent should go without the tools and support they need to feed their baby with confidence.

Request Support

Apply for Breastfeeding + Pumping Supplies
Apply for Reduced-Cost IBCLC Support

Donate

Amazon Wishlist
Sponsor a Reduced-Cost Visit

Who This Program Helps

Feed + Nurture is here for families who:

  • Are experiencing financial hardship

  • Lost access to supplies during an emergency

  • Are unable to afford breastfeeding tools

  • Need IBCLC support but cannot access standard services

  • Are navigating complex feeding challenges without resources

This program is built for the community and by the community.


What the Program Provides

We offer free breastfeeding and pumping essentials, including:

  • Flanges, pump parts, and tubing

  • Manual pumps

  • Closed system double electric pumps

  • Bottles + slow-flow nipples

  • Nipple shields

  • Supplemental Nursing System supplies

  • Milk storage bags and feeding aids

  • Comfort and latch-support tools

  • and more…

Reduced-Cost Lactation Services

For families experiencing financial hardship, the program offers a limited number of reduced-cost lactation visits each month.

These discounted appointments may include:

  • Latch + positioning support

  • Pumping and flange fitting

  • Bottle-feeding evaluations

  • Functional oral assessments

  • Post-frenectomy support

  • Personalized care plans

Eligibility requirements apply. The application process is completely confidential and judgment-free.

A Program Built Differently — Because Families Deserve Better

Unlike general donation drives or supply closets, Feed + Nurture is designed and overseen by a board-certified lactation consultant (IBCLC) to ensure:

  • Families receive appropriate feeding tools

  • Supplies align with evidence-based practices

  • Support is personalized, safe, and informed

  • Every donation directly improves feeding outcomes

This program exists because the breastfeeding community deserves professional guidance paired with community generosity.

How to Donate

Support local breastfeeding families by donating:

  • New or gently used breastfeeding tools

  • Closed-system breast pumps + gently used pump parts

  • Milk storage bags

  • Bottles + nipples

  • Breastfeeding comfort items

  • Monetary contributions to sponsor reduced-cost visits

  • Direct donations through our Amazon Wishlist

Every donation stays local and directly supports families here in Bowling Green, KY.

Ready to Give or Receive Support?

Apply for Breastfeeding + Pumping Supplies
Apply for Reduced-Cost IBCLC Support
Amazon Wishlist
Sponsor a Reduced-Cost Visit