I remember the flush of cheek,
the exquisite pull and tug
as my baby boy latched on
kneading me, needing me.
We rocked and crooned,
undulating with with love
his tiny fluttering mouth
and my breast
festive with its swell of milk
and blue veins like tattoos of motherhood.
Even now as I lay them down,
their chubby thighs now
stretched into lanky twisting limbs,
I remember that ache of love,
the rush and pull and wave
of connection, as the moonlight
shines on their lips.
~Laurel Wilson
Breastfeeding Classes
Breastfeeding Basics
These topics (and many more) are covered in private, group and multiple breastfeeding classes.
-Importance of breastfeeding for mom and baby
-Preparing for breastfeeding during pregnancy
-How milk is made, breast anatomy
-Nursing bra basics
-Getting the first latch, positioning, calming baby
-Learning feeding cues
-Importance of skin to skin
-Breast care
-Successful breastfeeding in the hospital
-Nutrition during breastfeeding
-Is there such a thing as milk allergies?
-Will I ever sleep again (when and how much)
-Avoiding sore nipples/engorgement
-Sleepy/Fussy babies
-Increasing your milk supply
-LAM and contraception
Private Classes:
Include personal breastfeeding information folder, goody bag, and 2 hours of individualized instruction.
Classes in your home.
Tuition is $60 for one couple, $100 for two couples and $140 for three couples.
Breastfeeding for Multiples
Include personal breastfeeding information folder, goody bag, and 2.5 hours of individualized instruction.
Classes in your home.
Tuition is $65 for one couple, $105 for two couples and $145 for three couples.
Breastfeeding and Working
This class is designed for women who are about to make the transition back to work. This class is best taken 4-6 weeks prior to mom's return to the work environment. Information on selecting a pump, how to use a pump, introducting the bottle and manitaining a milk supply are all covered. One and half hours of individualized instruction.
Classes in your home.
Tuition is $45.
Group Classes
Taught at Health One and Exempla St. Joeseph's.
Contact Laurel for dates.
To register contact . Or call (720)291-9115.
