Breastfeeding Basics

Babies are born to be breastfed and this prenatal class offers practical information and tips to get you off to a great start. Learn latching and positioning techniques, how to establish or increase an abundant milk supply, signs of success and how to avoid or treat common breastfeeding concerns. In-depth discussion about the first days of feeding, the importance of skin-to-skin contact and rooming-in at the hospital to learn and respond to your baby’s hunger cues. Guidance on nursing bras, pillows and other support items is included. Although some discussion is dedicated to selecting a breast pump, expressing and storing milk, and introducing a bottle, the main focus of Breastfeeding Basics is the early weeks and months of nursing.

Parents leave this class feeling more confident in their ability to nourish their newborn and to make informed feeding choices. This class may be taken after the fifth month of pregnancy, prior to giving birth. The price of the class includes your husband or partner, who is encouraged to attend.

For information specifically about pumps and pumping, including returning to work or school, you may find it helpful to enroll in Pump Talk, offered regularly in each of our centers.

Any Isis Maternity client in need of financial assistance is eligible for grants for childbirth preparation and other core educational classes. Check out our Community Fund to learn more.

Package Specials Available!