Prepared Lactation
Taught by Teresa Coyle-Airey, IBCLC of Peaceful Birth & Beyond
Teresa has been advocating and working within the birth and breastfeeding world for close to 4 decades. While there have been many changes throughout each decade, being prepared and informed remains the best measure for success.
Class topics include…
How milk is made!
How babies actually transfer milk
What a normal newborn breastfeeding session looks like
How to optimize milk production
Anatomy of lactating breasts
Myth busters!
Common reasons why parents discontinue breastfeeding
How to successfully meet your goals
Language of breastfeeding
What your baby takes from this experience
Positions that work
How to troubleshoot a correct latch
And so much more!
This class is best taken in the last trimester of pregnancy, however this session is open to anyone who is interested in learning the art of lactation – care providers, parents of new babes, nurses, grandparents and partners. Most insurances will reimburse for IBCLC services, including classes.
Offered the first Sunday of every month in-person at Illuminated Birth & Company in Acton. Taking July and August off, but will be back in September!