Breastfeeding Lessons
Honoring Your Journey
Physiology of Breastfeeding
Explore Anatomy and Physiology of the Breast and Lactation.
Why Breastfeed?
Discover Health Benefits of Breastfeeding for Mom and Baby. Breast Milk vs. Formula.
Breastfeeding Mechanics
Explore Breastfeeding Positions, Mechanics of Infant Sucking & Effective Latch.
Establishing Milk Production
Explore Ways to Build Your Milk Supply and Nurture the Bond with Your Baby.
Feeding Schedule
Learn About Your Infant’s Growing Body and Changing Nutritional Needs.
Breast Milk Expression
Explore Different Ways to Express Breast Milk by Hand and Pumping.
Twins, Multiples, Preemies
Explore Breastfeeding Positions, Care in the NICU, and Breastfeeding Schedules.
Support For Mom and Baby
Explore the Role Partners, Family & Friends Play in Supporting Mom and Baby.
What Affects Breast Milk
Explore the Effects of Smoking, Alcohol, Caffeine, and Medications on Breast Milk.
Returning To Work
Explore Milk Storage & How to Prepare At Home, At Work and With Caregiver.
Postpartum Support
Learn Ways to Reduce Stress and Loneliness & Increase Satisfaction and Fulfillment.
Introduction To Weaning
Discuss Weaning Options for Your Family. Gradual vs. Rapid Weaning.
“The natural power of breastfeeding is one of the greatest wonders of the world. It is about real love. It is about caring and celebrating the wondrous joy of nurturing a new life. It is about enjoying being a woman.”
—Anwar Fazal
Your Breastfeeding Visit
Jointly Create a Customized Care Plan
Choose from In-Person or Virtual Visits
Receive Compassionate Evidence-Based Support
Empower Yourself with Knowledge
Build Confidence and Trust in Your Instincts
Ongoing Support
Emailed Summary of Lessons Discussed
Homework: Practice Makes Progress
Follow Up Phone Call
Schedule Additional Visits
What To Bring
Questions, Concerns & Celebratory Moments
Computer, Tablet or Smartphone (for Virtual Visits)
Water & Snacks
Breastfeeding Pillows and Gadgets
Your Baby to Practice Breastfeeding
Positive Affirmations
“I Am Brave”
“I Am Able to Provide All the Nourishment My Baby Needs”
“My Baby and I are Learning Together”
“She Believed She Could, so She Did”
Kindred Bravely