Feeding Basics

Service Description

In this class, you will learn details about how lactation typically works, how to prepare to successfully feed your baby, the value of colostrum in the first days post-partum, hand expression/hands on feeding, positioning and latch techniques, breast care pre and post-partum, typical newborn behaviors and feeding cues, and how to know if your baby is getting enough milk. We will also briefly discuss how to supplement with donor milk and/or formula, and how to properly bottle feed infants. You will be set at ease and know when it is time to seek additional services should you need more feeding support. Support persons (partner, grandparents, etc) are strongly encouraged to attend to learn how to best support the primary feeding parent. You may include up to THREE (3) support persons in this class for no additional charge.