Breastfeeding for Solo Parents
(East Bay)
This class is designed exclusively for Solo Parents! We will explore what resources can be most helpful, local options and how to line up support ahead of time, and insights gleaned from those that have gone before you.
Join us for an informative and experiential introduction to the joys, challenges and techniques involved in the amazing world of breastfeeding. While breastfeeding is an instinctive and natural way for mothers to feed their babies, it almost always comes with a steep learning curve that requires patience and support to navigate. Accelerate that curve by learning beforehand what to expect, how to prepare, and how to set yourself up for success in your breastfeeding relationship.
In this thorough 2 hour Breastfeeding Class, participants will learn:
Join us for an informative and experiential introduction to the joys, challenges and techniques involved in the amazing world of breastfeeding. While breastfeeding is an instinctive and natural way for mothers to feed their babies, it almost always comes with a steep learning curve that requires patience and support to navigate. Accelerate that curve by learning beforehand what to expect, how to prepare, and how to set yourself up for success in your breastfeeding relationship.
In this thorough 2 hour Breastfeeding Class, participants will learn:
- Health benefits of breastfeeding for mom and baby
- Basic anatomy and physiology of the lactating breast
- Correct positioning and latch
- What types of support are available
- Troubleshooting painful latches & knowing when to call for support
- How to read baby's cues, knowing when to nurse and when they're done
- Common challenges and how to avoid or address them
- Breast-pumps and bottle feeding
This course is offered as a private class in clients homes, and as a group class
at Bay Area Midwifery: A Community Wellness & Birth Center in Oakland.
For information on upcoming group or private classes, please click here to email me.
This class has a fee of $100 for a group class, or $150 for a private, in-home class.
{Register for both this class and Newborn Care on the same day, and receive 10% off both.}
at Bay Area Midwifery: A Community Wellness & Birth Center in Oakland.
For information on upcoming group or private classes, please click here to email me.
This class has a fee of $100 for a group class, or $150 for a private, in-home class.
{Register for both this class and Newborn Care on the same day, and receive 10% off both.}
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