The Women's Hospital at Saddleback Medical Center offers an in-person breastfeeding class taught by a Certified Lactation Nurse.
The class covers essential skills for successful breastfeeding, including:
- Newborn breastfeeding expectations
- Benefits for both mother and baby
- Proper positioning and latch techniques
- Tips for increasing comfort and confidence
- How to determine if your baby is getting enough milk
- Basic pumping information
- Available resources
Expectant mothers are encouraged to attend with a support person, and each participant must register individually. Breastfeeding Basics is designed for adults and is ideally taken during the third trimester of pregnancy.
* FOR PATIENTS DELIVERING AT MEMORIALCARE SADDLEBACK MEDICAL CENTER ONLY