Research shows that women who have the most support are able to successfully breastfeed for longer periods of time. At WakeMed, we have designed our Breastfeeding Basics class to give pregnant parents the information and confidence to get off to a great start with breastfeeding! This 3-hour class incorporates lecture slides, videos, hands-on demonstrations, and Q&A time. Books will complement the lecture and will be distributed in class. This class is "In-Person". If you are experiencing symptoms related to Covid 19, if you are waiting for Covid 19 results, or may have been exposed  someone with Covid 19, please stay at home and call to reschedule. Cost $30/couple

Topic Include the following: 

• Benefits of Breastfeeding 

• How breast milk is produced and supply and demand 

• Feeding cues 

• Establishing and assessing a good latch 

• How to know baby is getting enough to eat 

• Demonstrations of breastfeeding positions 

• Challenges for breastfeeding 

• Hand expression 

• Pumping and milk storage 

• Tools for breastfeeding