Breastfeeding Class Outline

· Benefits of Breastfeeding

· Preparation for Breastfeeding

· Breast Changes in Pregnancy

· Anatomy and Physiology of Breastfeeding

· Early Feedings: Positioning and Latch

· Frequency and Duration of Feedings

· “Signs” that Baby is Getting Enough

· Hurdles

· Maternal Nutrition

· Pumping, Storing, and Bottle-feeding

· Breastfeeding Beyond the First Six Weeks

For breastfeeding questions: Call (206)386-MOMS (6667). 

In the handouts, references to “PCN” are to page numbers in Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn