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In the Breastfeeding 101 class, soon-to-be parents will learn about the benefits of breastfeeding, what to expect in the first 2 weeks of breastfeeding, breastfeeding positions, and common misconceptions about breastfeeding. This is an interactive class, so please bring all of your questions about breastfeeding so that they can be addressed. Both parents are encouraged to attend.
Fee: $35 per couple, includes handouts
Place: Birth Education Center or UCSD (Hillcrest and Thornton)
Dates: For specific dates, check out our calendar
To register for our UCSD classes, please click here: http://health.ucsd.edu/women/child/events/Pages/default.aspx
To register for our classes at the Birth Education Center, please click here: http://www.birtheducationcenter.com/Breastfeeding_101.html
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In the Breastfeeding Multiples class, soon-to-be parents will learn about the benefits of breastfeeding, the mechanics of breastfeeding multiple babies, what to expect in the first few months of breastfeeding, and local multiples resources. This is an interactive class, so please bring all of your questions about breastfeeding so that they can be addressed. Both parents are encouraged to attend.
Fee: $45
Date and Time: June 4, 2013 from 6pm - 9pm; October 8, 2013 from 6pm - 9pm
Place: The Birth Education Center of San Diego (9845 Erma Rd. Suite 202, San Diego, CA 92131)
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In the Breastfeeding Class for Doulas, labor and postpartum doulas will advance their current knowledge about breastfeeding by learning new techniques and styles to better support their doula families. Topics will include biological nurturing and laid-back breastfeeding; getting breastfeeding off to a great start; common breastfeeding concerns and remedies; techniques for bottle feeding the breastfed baby; and holistic methods for preventing and treating breastfeeding concerns.
Fee: $45
Date and Time: Summer 2013 - date TBD
Place: The Birth Education Center of San Diego (9845 Erma Rd. Suite 202, San Diego, CA 92131)
Click the link below to register for the Breastfeeding Class for Doulas
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The Breastfeeding for the Working Mom class is for moms who plan to return to work, but would like to continue to provide breastmilk to their babies. Soon-to-be working moms will learn about pumping and storage guidelines, breast pumps and other pumping equipment, and legislation that protects the breastfeeding mother when she returns to work. Babies are welcome to attend the class. It's best to attend a few weeks before you return to work.
Fee: $35, includes handouts
Date and Time: May 16, 2013 from 1:30pm - 3pm; July 16, 2013 from 12:30-2pm; Sept 17, 2013 from 12-1:30pm; Nov 19, 12-1:30pm
Place: Baby Garten Studio (1947 30th St., San Diego, CA 92102)
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Ever wondered how a breastfeeding mom can keep up her milk supply after she returns to work? Are you looking for some new and improved pumping techniques? During this 1-hour workshop, we will spend 30 minutes learning about the top 5 reasons a mom's supply may decrease once she returns to work, tricks to maintain your milk supply, pumping techniques and schedules, and how much breast milk your baby truly needs while you are at work. The last 30 minutes will be spent answering YOUR questions about these issues. This class is appropriate for moms who are already back at work, as well as pregnant women looking for some strategies before they have their babies, and is for UCSD students and employees.
Fee: $10, includes handouts
Date and Time: May 21, 2013, noon-1pm
Place: UCSD Women's Center, located at Student Center West, Building 290
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Spend time with other moms and babies. Learn and share valuable parenting advice. Find out how much breast milk your baby is getting with a pre- and post-feed weight. Latch, positioning, and other breastfeeding assistance will be offered by a registered lactation consultant. In addition to mother-to-mother conversation, a new topic will be discussed each week, ranging from infant sleep habits to going back to work.
The Mother’s Circle is led by Robin Kaplan, M.Ed., IBCLC, RLC, a registered lactation consultant and owner of the San Diego Breastfeeding Center.
Fee: None
Place: Baby Garten Studio (1947 30th Street, San Diego, CA 92102)
Date and Time: Wednesdays, 12:30-2:00pm. See calendar for details -
Finding time to spend with other moms can be difficult once you return to work. Come spend some time with us, with your babies, and feel the camaraderie of your fellow moms. Bring your questions about anything having to do with breastfeeding and/or being a mom. This group is open to all mothers in the community and is facilitated by Robin Kaplan, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and founder of the San Diego Breastfeeding Center.
Fee: None
