Breastfeeding Classes
Arkansas Lactation offers group breastfeeding classes. Scroll down to learn which type of class would fit your needs best, content covered in each class, cost, and what you should bring.
Prenatal, Group Classes
This class is a wonderful way to meet other families in the same season. Feel free to bring along your support person and all of your questions. We will hit all of the main things you’ll want to know to be prepared to meet your new little babe! You’ll also have time to ask questions and learn from other people in the group when they ask questions.
These group classes are held monthly and are free! Register now to reserve your spot. (We typically encourage you to register for the class when you will be between 32-36 weeks pregnant.)
What We Cover
- PREPARATIONS BEFORE DELIVERY
- IMPORTANCE OF SKIN TO SKIN
- HAND EXPRESSION & PUMPING
- HOW SUPPORT PERSON CAN SUPPORT BREASTFEEDING DYAD
- How to hold/latch/position your baby at the breast
- BREASTMILK STORAGE
- HOW TO KNOW BABY IS GETTING ENOUGH
- HOW TO MAINTAIN YOUR MILK SUPPLY
- WHAT TO DO IF ENCOUNTERING COMMON PROBLEMS
- WHEN TO REACH OUT FOR HELP
- RETURNING TO WORK
- WEANING
- COVID-19 BREASTFEEDING RECOMMENDATIONS
- ALL QUESTIONS REGARDING BREASTFEEDING WILL BE COVERED
What to Bring
- DRINK
- SNACK
- PAPER
- PEN
- JACKET
- QUESTIONS
- PARTNER OR SUPPORT PERSON
Introduction To Solid Foods
- Hosted by Mallori Roberts
- August 5th: 6:00pm-8:00pm
This class is taught by IBCLC and Pediatric Registered Dietitian, Mallori Roberts. She has designed this class to discuss practical approaches to introduce solid foods to your baby. She will cover signs of readiness, feeding schedules, optional first foods, introducing allergens, foods to avoid, transitioning to straws/cups and more. This class is $50 and can be paid using your HSA.
