Breastfeeding Basics

An informative 1.5-hour course designed to aid the expectant parents in getting breastfeeding off to a good start. This class is taught monthly by our Breastfeeding Educator or Certified Lactation Consultant, and is recommended for any woman who is thinking about nursing her baby.

The course includes:

  • Benefits / components of human milk for human babies
  • Overcoming breastfeeding barriers
  • Breast anatomy and physiology, infant oral anatomy, and how the two                              come together for a comfortable breastfeeding experience
  • How to know if you’re making enough milk, and baby is transfering milk well.
  • breastfeeding management for going back to work and other challenges
  • Medications and their effect on lactation and the breastfeeding infant
  • Family unit bonding and comfort techniques w/ basic infant massage
  • Resources available if help is needed