Breastfeeding

PURPOSE

In this one night, two hour long class, participants will:

• understand the pros/cons of breastfeeding
• advantages include: positive health effects, cheaper, mom recovers faster, reduced chance of cancer
• components of milk; colostrums, mature milk, foremilk, hindmilk
• helpful hints- nipple care, relaxation, calming/alerting techniques, and latch-on
• facts to remember: duration of breastfeeding and amount to feed baby
• recognize the different nursing patterns and identify problems as they are occurring
• possible problems: plugged ducts & how to handle and mastitis & symptoms
• how to store breast milk
• demonstrate the proper nursing position
• understand prevention and management of sore nipples, engorgement, and decreased milk supply
• be aware of emotional, physical, and sexual aspects of breastfeeding

The more you nurse the more milk you will produce!