Course curriculum

  • 1

    Can I Successfully Breastfeed?

    • Introduction

    • The Myths of Breastfeeding

    • Benefits to baby AND mom with breastfeeding

    • Supplementing issues, nipple confusion, and pacifiers

    • How long should I breastfeed?

    • Introducing solids

    • On-Demand Feeding or Schedules?
  • 2

    Breastfeeding Basics

    • Where do I begin?

    • How do I know when to feed my baby? Watching for feeding cues, schedules, and timing

    • What is the baby doing while at the breast? How to tell if the baby is drinking milk!

    • The Latch

    • Different holding positions

    • Is the baby getting milk? Tips and tricks to feel confident

    • Peeing and pooping: signs breastfeeding is working!

    • Is Pain Normal?

    • How much does a breastfed baby consume?
  • 3

    The First 24 hours

    • The First 24hrs
  • 4

    The Second Night Blues

    • Second Night Blues
  • 5

    Good Help Can Be Found

    • Support and Next Steps
  • 6

    Breastfeeding Gizmos and Gadgets

    • Breastfeeding Devices: Nipple Shields, Teas, bottles, and pacifiers

    • Do I need a pump right away?

    • Hand expression, cup feeding, spoon feeding
  • 7

    Special Circumstances

    • Special Circumstances: Adoption, same-sex couples, special needs, multiples, etc.

  • 8

    Returning To Work

    • Planning ahead for success

    • How much milk should I be storing up and storage guidelines

    • Working with your daycare provider is key

    • Bottle feeding the breastfed baby
  • 9

    Online Resourses

    • Online Resourses

    • Baby Poop!

    • Milk Storage Guide by the CDC