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Breast, Chest & Bottle Feeding for Doulas

Join us for an informative and in depth introduction to the principles, techniques and latest research involved in the amazing world of lactation. Meet others working in the field of birth and postpartum support, share resources and insights, and deepen your understanding of how we can best support families in one of the most profound (and potentially challenging) gifts they can give themselves and their babies.

In this thorough 4 hour Breast, Chest & Bottle Feeding Class for Doulas, participants will learn:


  • Several lesser known health benefits of lactation
  • Anatomy and physiology of the lactating breast/chest
  • How to support new parents in navigating correct positioning and latch
  • Tips for guiding a partner in supporting the lactating parent
  • Laid Back Breast/Chestfeeding - why it works and how to elicit it
  • Common challenges and how to avoid or address them
  • Addressing milk production with placenta, herbs and foods
  • Alternatives to bottle feeding when a baby needs supplemental milk
  • How to support an ambivalent or poorly resourced lactating parent
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This class meets the Breastfeeding Education requirements for DONA International certification for Birth & Postpartum Doulas.  
To learn more about Birth Doula training, click here to contact Connie Sultana.​


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For information on upcoming classes, 
please click here to email me, ​​or register for a scheduled class below. 


10am-12pm & 2-4pm, March 11, '23 (Online)

c: 707.893.7877
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  • My Story
    • Biography
    • Why "Hearthstone"?
  • Virtual Services
    • Professional Classes >
      • Breast, Chest & Bottle Feeding for Doulas
    • Prenatal Classes >
      • Breast, Chest & Bottle Feeding Preparation
      • Newborn Care
      • Breast, Chest & Bottle Feeding + Newborn Care for Solo Parents
      • Childbirth Refresher & Sibling Preparation
    • Solo Parent Support
    • Lactation Consultation
    • Fertility Consultation
  • Local Services (SF North Bay)
    • Prenatal Classes >
      • Breast, Chest & Bottle Feeding Preparation
      • Newborn Care
      • Childbirth Refresher & Sibling Preparation
      • Breast, Chest & Bottle Feeding + Newborn Care for Solo Parents
    • Solo Parent Support
    • Fertility Assistance >
      • Fertility Consultation
      • In Home Insemination
      • Recommended Books & Supplies for Fertility
    • Lactation Consultation
    • Craniosacral Therapy for Infants
  • Resources
    • Local Family Resources
    • Virtual Resources
    • Recommended Supplies >
      • Supplies for Fertility
      • Supplies for Pregnancy
      • Supplies for Postpartum
      • Supplies for Feeding & Lactation
      • Supplies for Newborn Care
      • Supplies for Infants & Toddlers
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