Introduction to Breastfeeding (Prenatal Class for both parents)
We cover breastfeeding expectations, strategies for success and how to avoid complications. Topics include breastfeeding techniques, various nursing positions and comfort holds, maternal diet considerations, nipple care, leaking, tips for Dad feedings, and the advantages of human milk over supplementation. Discussion includes the various breast pumps for purchase or rental. We answer all your questions, including the all-important one: "How do I know my baby is getting enough?"
Consultations with a Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
Our team of International Board Certified Lactation Consultants offer one-on-one consultations for new mothers seeking breastfeeding support. They offer gentle, "hands-on" advice for all breastfeeding problems including: latch-on difficulties, inadequate infant weight gain, sore and inverted nipples, severe engorgement, low milk supply and nipple confusion. Consultants can also be helpful when families are working with premature babies, adopted babies, and babies with special needs.
Over the Phone Support
Our Certified Lactation Educators (CLE) are available at each store location to answer your nursing questions and baby needs. They will recommend a one-on-one consultation if needed. Don't know if your prescription is ok to take while nursing? Call one of our stores and an CLE or IBCLC will get back to you!
New Mothers Breastfeeding Support Groups
Bring your baby to these special groups to share and learn in a friendly supportive atmosphere. Discussions are facilitated by lactation consultants and broach many topics including postpartum adjustment, feeding, burping, sleeping, gas and colic, normal newborn behavior, soothing fussy babies and breastfeeding. Classes are organized by the age of your baby: 0-4 and 4-8 months.
Expectant mothers are encouraged to attend a free New Mothers Breastfeeding Support Group (0-4 month group) prior to giving birth. Additionally, there is no charge for the first 0-4 month New Mothers Breastfeeding Support Group you attend with your baby.
Online Resource Library for Parents
Our extensive Breastfeeding Resource Library represents information passed from woman to woman through generations, and modern solutions suggested by today's specialists. Nursing your baby is a natural and ancient method of providing the best nutrients to your precious child; here you will find the fundamentals of successful breastfeeding.
Not sure if you need Lactation help?
You need help if:
- You are concerned about low milk supply
- You feel your baby is not getting enough milk
- Your baby cries all the time
- Your baby sleeps all the time
- You have sore, cracked nipples
- You dread nursing because your nipples hurt the entire time
- The filling of your breasts (engorgement) does not occur by the 5th day after birth
- You are severely engorged
- Your baby does not latch onto your breast
- Your baby does not have 3 or more yellow, runny stools by day six
- Your baby has not regained birth weight at 2 weeks
- You have any other breastfeeding concerns
In recognition of the growing need for Moms to receive accurate information and support from their peers and experts we have created a series of webisodes called Mommie Matters™ ..What Matters to Moms™ In this series, new mothers come together to seek advice, laugh, cry, make new friends, and gather the support they need to breastfeed their babies and become confident parents.
