Why Take a Breastfeeding or Lactation Class?
Preparing for the birth of a new baby can be stressful whether you’re a first time parent or have some at home already. Parenting a newborn is an intense time but with education and preparation you can be ready to feed your baby the way you want to.
If breastfeeding is natural won’t I just “know” what to do?
Breastfeeding is the biological norm for feeding a baby but it doesn’t come without its challenges. We probably haven’t seen our family or friends breastfeed and we have lost a lot of cultural knowledge about how to do it. That’s where a pre-natal education class can come in and fill the gaps!
Check out this wonderful but heartbreaking story about an orangutan having to learn about feeding her baby from a zookeeper. Zoe, the orangutan, had just given birth but was having trouble feeding her baby. Her mother had died when she was 9 months old and she had failed to feed her first baby properly. The zoo made sure Zoe had information she needed for her second baby. In just 2 sessions of a breastfeeding zookeeper demonstrating what to do, Zoe was able to breastfeed her own son! It’s a heartwarming story that demonstrates how we can learn from each other, even across species. A breastfeeding or lactation education class can help you get off on the right foot and meet your goals!
Fixing problems before they start
It’s way easier to get off on a good foot when breastfeeding, chestfeeding or lactating when you know what is normal and not normal ahead of time. Going without information and waiting until you are really struggling, can be a recipe for frustration (for both parent and baby).
Topics covered in a breastfeeding or lactation class
Latching: A critical skill to breastfeeding or chestfeeding. Learn how to achieve a good latch and know if you’re baby is getting enough to eat.
Milk Supply: Milk supply is a supply and demand process. Learn how to establish a good milk supply to feed your baby.
Problem Solve: Breastfeeding, chestfeeding or lactating doesn’t come without its problems. Learn about common problems and how to avoid or address these issues when they arise.
Confidence & Connections: Breastfeeding, chestfeeding or lactating can be challenging for first time and returning parents alike. Build your confidence in feeding your baby and connect with others who are going through the same experience.
The benefits of taking a breastfeeding, chestfeeding and lactation class are clear. You’ll gain knowledge and skills that will help you and your baby thrive. I teach an online lactation class that covers the above topics and more! Register for your class today
