Prenatal Breastfeeding Class
Each parent and baby have an innate connection response that make for their ideal breastfeeding "technique".
Facilitated by The WOMB's International Certified Lactation Consultants, The WOMB's Prenatal Breastfeeding Classes will help you understand your baby's biological needs right from birth and how meeting those needs will facilitate increased breastfeeding success and parenting confidence. The class will assist you in establishing a breastfeeding relationship with your baby(ies) from birth and troubleshoot any challenges that may arise.
This class is also offered at a discounted rate of $50/couple for WOMB Doula Clients and clients enrolled in The WOMB Prenatal Classes: Childbirth Prep, Postpartum and Newborn Care with Karrie Skillings. Prenatal Classes run Monday’s 7pm-9pm as a 4 Week Virtual Series.
More Information
• how to establish a connection to your baby right from the beginning
• how skin to skin contact helps establish breastfeeding
• where breastmilk comes from and how to ensure a great supply
• the essentials of knowing how to express breastmilk
• what is 'normal' newborn breastfeeding behaviour
• establishing a latch and positioning your baby at the breast
• understanding the relationship between happy babies and full tummies
• the role of partners in the breastfeeding relationship
• what to do in special situations (jaundice, hypoglycemia, weight loss)
• where to get support
• ask questions and get answers!
Sarah Harmer, IBCLC, RN
Lactation Consultant
Sarah is extremely excited to join the Womb Woodstock team. Sarah earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Western Ontario becoming a Registered Nurse in 2007. Sarah has been a passionate member of the Mat-Child Women's Health team at Woodstock Hospital since 2007 and has assisted many new families through their transition into parenthood. She is an advocate for breastfeeding support and education and is passionate about empowering families. Sarah furthered her knowledge base in 2015 becoming and a International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). Sarah is a continuous learner and advocate for best practice. Sarah has had the privilege of providing breastfeeding support every day she goes to work and understands that every breastfeeding journey is as unique as the baby she is caring for. As a mother of five, Sarah is patient and listens to her clients needs and goals. She understands first hand the struggles and pressures that the breastfeeding dyad can experience and feels it is a privilege to help new mom's achieve their feeding goals.
