Breastmilk:Beyond the Basics

Now that you have the basics down, let’s talk all about breastfeeding, pumping, and maintaining supply past the 6 week mark. Things can get a little tricky as babies appetite grows, you get back into your work routine, or you’re fighting off a cold.

Feel free to join this session on your own or with your support person/partner. The more support the better.

In this class we’ll cover:

• Growth spurts, cluster feeding, colds (medications), and teething

• Troubleshooting supply issues

  • Power pumping

  • Hydration, nutrition, rest, frequency

• Introducing a bottle and paced bottle feeding

• Pumping (and hand expressing) and storing your milk

  • Types of pumps

  • Sizing

  • Cleaning

  • Storage methods, locations and duration

• Going back to work (the Reasonable Breaktime for Nursing Mothers law)

• Chestfeeding/Pumping and self care - nutrition, hydration, and stress

• Troubleshooting challenges that may arise

• Q+A

Parents will also receive a one-time newsletter FILLED with resources to support you in your breastfeeding and/or pumping journey.