DOULA LOVE

Basic lactation management for professionals

Doulas, Midwives, Childbirth Educators, Social Service workers

02/12/10

1. Identify the benefits of breastfeeding for mother, baby and society.

2. The anatomy and physiology of breastfeeding.                                           

3. Identify the risks of formula.

4. The key components of the first feed.

5. How to help moms achieve a good latch.

6. What a good latch looks like.

7. The ability to identify common problems in the first week of breastfeeding.

8. Solutions to common problems in the first week.

9. The progression of milk from colostrum to mature milk.

10. Answers to common breast feeding questions such as:

· How long till my baby sleeps through the night?

· Do I have to nurse at night?

· When can I introduce the bottle?

· When can my partner help?

· What is a growth spurt?                 

· When should I start pumping?

11. Use active listening skills to identify breastfeeding problems

12. Identify contraindications to breastfeeding.

13. Identify possible obstacles to breastfeeding.

14. Proper pumping and storing of breast milk

And Most importantly…..

Knowing when to refer to a Lactation consultant with more experience.

Class covers DONA certification

requirement for lactation course

Foundation of Lactation 101

Sunday April 11th, 2010

10:00am to5:00pm

Middleton, Wisconsin

$ 70.00 buy April 1st (early bird special)

After April 1st $80.00

 

You will receive a e-mail conformation with-in 24 hours of receipt of your payment.

What are people saying about this course around the state of Oregon:

Excellent, very interactive and informative. Medford February 2009

You did a great job I love the power point and baby boob demo. Medford 2009

You were awesome! You have a ton of info in your head and you did a great job of getting it out. Medford 2009

Wendy taught very effectively and confidently. The information was organized and up to date. She allowed ample time for questions. Portland August 2009

I felt this class was wonderfully informative. I know there is always going to be more to learn on this topic. But I know I can have confidence to share with my clients. Portland August 2009