More time for your questions

There can be a lot to sort through when preparing to breastfeed—from well-meaning advice to stories about what worked for someone else. This class gives you space to explore your questions with an experienced educator. We’ll help you understand early feeding, recognize when things are going well, and know where to find additional help when you need it.

You may find this session especially helpful if you:

• Are preparing to breastfeed your first baby.
• Feel worried or uncertain about breastfeeding.
• Want more detailed preparation than a general prenatal class provides.
• Had a challenging feeding experience with a previous baby.
• Are expecting multiples or have circumstances you’d like to discuss.
• Want your partner or support person to feel more prepared, too.

What you’ll learn

How breastfeeding works

Understand the basics of milk production, explore common myths, and learn how feeding changes during the early days and weeks.

The first feeds and first week

Learn what to expect after birth, how frequently newborns may feed, and how to recognize early feeding cues.

Latch and positioning

Explore what a good latch can look and feel like, along with different feeding positions you can try. We’ll discuss comfort, support, and when to seek help.

Knowing whether your baby is getting enough milk

Learn which signs help you understand how feeding is going and when to reach out for an assessment or additional support.

Common feeding challenges

Prepare for some of the difficulties families may encounter, with practical information about getting help and finding reliable resources.

Pumping, expressing, and milk storage

Get an introduction to expressing milk by hand or pump, storing milk, and incorporating expressed milk into your feeding plans.

Bottle-feeding and combination feeding

Explore bottle-feeding and combining breast milk and formula, with space to discuss your questions and preferences.

The role of your partner or support person

Discover practical ways your support person can help with feeding, comfort, rest, and everyday tasks as you learn together.

Preparation tailored to your family

Every family brings different experiences, goals, and questions. Because this is a private class, we can adjust the focus to your situation. That might mean spending more time discussing feeding multiples, preparing after a previous difficult experience, or exploring how pumping and combination feeding could fit into your plans.

Our approach is supportive and respectful of your feeding goals, with room to discuss options as your needs evolve.

What’s included

• A two-hour private prenatal class, in your home or over Zoom.
• Personalized teaching and time for your questions.
• Practical guidance for your partner or support person.
• A take-home handout covering feeding positions, feeding frequency, and local resources for additional help.

Meet your educators

Your class will be taught by Bronwyn, Aubrey, or Kathy. All three have completed additional breastfeeding training and bring experience supporting families as doulas. We offer practical information, compassionate guidance, and space to talk through your concerns so you can approach feeding with a clearer understanding of what to expect and where to turn for support.

Frequently asked questions

When should I take this class?

We recommend taking Breastfeeding 101 around seven months into your pregnancy. This gives you time to prepare while keeping the information fresh as your baby’s arrival approaches.

Is this class for before or after birth?

Breastfeeding 101 is primarily a prenatal education session designed to help you prepare before your baby arrives. If your baby is already here and you need help with a feeding concern, please contact us so we can help direct you to an appropriate support option.

Should I take this if I’m already attending a prenatal class?

You can. Our Full and Condensed Prenatal classes include feeding information, while Breastfeeding 101 explores the subject in more depth. It can be a helpful addition if you feel worried about breastfeeding, want more detailed information, or would like extra time for your questions.

Is it useful if I’ve breastfed before?

Yes. We can tailor the session to your previous experience and focus on the questions or circumstances that matter to you this time. If you had previous breastfeeding issues and are preparing for your next baby, book the session with Kathy.

Can you tailor the class for families expecting multiples?

Yes. Let us know when booking so we can adapt the session to your family’s needs.

Can my partner or support person participate?

Yes. We encourage their involvement so you can prepare together and explore practical ways they can support you and your baby.

Will we discuss pumping and combination feeding?

Yes. The class includes expressing and pumping, milk storage, bottle-feeding, and combination feeding. There is room to discuss your preferences and questions.

Will I receive information to refer to afterward?

Yes. You’ll receive a handout with information on positions, feeding frequency, and local help resources to revisit after the class.

How much does the class cost?

You can view current pricing and appointment options through our booking link.

Make space for your feeding questions

You don’t need to know exactly how feeding will unfold to begin preparing. Join us for practical information, personalized guidance, and time to explore what matters to your family.