INFANT FEEDING EDUCATION CLASS
Our Infant Feeding Educators
When it comes to infant feeding, prenatal education plays a crucial role in preparing parents with the knowledge, skills, and confidence that it takes to thrive. We know that with knowledge comes power and you and your baby deserve the opportunity of having an empowered infant feeding experience.
Our Infant Feeding Classes are designed to equip pregnant parents with evidence based information that supports their feeding decisions, while also preparing them mentally and emotionally for the experience.
Far too many pregnant individuals say things like, “I’m going to try to breastfeed.” Our classes fortify attendees with a belief that they will breastfeed!
Some of the topics covered in our classes include:
Anatomy of Breastfeeding
· External anatomy
· Internal anatomy
· Hormones of breastfeeding
· Lactogenesis
· Anatomy associated with weaning
Anatomy of Breastfeeding
· External anatomy
· Internal anatomy
· Hormones of breastfeeding
· Lactogenesis
· Anatomy associated with weaning
Breastfeeding Knowledge
· Breastfeeding benefits
· Proper latch
· Infant positioning
· Feeding frequency
· Feeding durations
Bottle feeding
· Cleaning pumps, parts, bottles and nipples
· Milk storage
· Paced feeding
· Amounts and signs of overfeeding
· Refusal to take a bottle
Feeding your baby can and should be a bonding and positive experience. With the knowledge and skills that support your unique goals, a little extra support, and an Infant Feeding Class with En Route Doulas you’ll be primed and ready to succeed!