Lactation Support Circle: In-Person

Description

• CLASS DESCRIPTION
• DETAILS
• FACILITATOR(S)

• The non-member rate for this workshop is $15 and is FREE for members. Click here to purchase your membership today.

  If you would like to attend the VIRTUAL Lactation Support Circle, you can register here.

  Registration prior to arriving at Natural Resources is required.

  This group is for: All parents who are nursing (breastfeeding or chestfeeding) or pumping milk to give a bottle. You are encouraged to bring your nursing child with you. We also encourage pregnant parents to come by before your baby is born, so you can see what lactation looks like and get a heads up on the kinds of issues that can arise.

  Pregnant people can attend for FREE (email [email protected] to register).

  Though nursing your baby is one of most natural acts, it can be challenging, especially during the early weeks as you recover from your baby’s birth and adjust to new parenthood. If you have any concerns getting support immediately is one of the best ways to help ensure a satisfying nursing relationship. In this group breastfeeding and chestfeeding parents can get help with a poor latch, supply issues, pumping, introducing a bottle & more. This is also a great opportunity for you to connect, share and form friendships with other nursing moms and parents.

  Before nursing, babies can be weighed on a digital scale to help assess how much milk the baby is taking in.

  Please Note:

  -Bring your own blanket, boppy, and/or nursing pillow to use during the circle.
  -This group is not held on all major holidays. Please check the schedule.
  -Common topics discussed during this group are listed in the Details tab.

  
  

• We will follow all CDC and City of SF Department of Public Health COVID-19 guidelines.

  Please note: Masks are no longer required.

  Concerns that can be addressed include:

  -How to know if your baby is getting enough milk
  -Slow weight gain
  -INcorrect latch and causes (tongue tie, etc.)
  -Sore nipples or breasts
  -Clogged ducts and mastitis
  -Increasing supply
  -Dealing with oversupply
  -When and how to supplement
  -When you should pump
  -Get tips for nursing and pumping when going back to work

• Amy Clark is a Registered Nurse and Board Certified Lactation Consultant. Since 1995, Amy has worked in a variety of healthcare fields and brings a wealth of medical knowledge to the Natural Resources team. Amy is dedicated to offering “best practice” guidelines for breastfeeding and infant nutrition, as well as realistic goals for families.

  Julianne Schoepp has over 25 years of experience as a birth and postpartum doula, providing prenatal support and education, labor support and postpartum care. She became an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant in 2022. She is passionate about ensuring that all families have access to resources for support. Julianne lives in San Francisco, and is the mother to three adult sons.