Breastfeeding Basics (In Person)

The Women's Hospital at Saddleback Medical Center offers an in-person prenatal breastfeeding class taught by an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) registered nurse.

This class teaches expectant mothers and their partners 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 and partners must register individually. This class should ideally be taken during the third trimester of pregnancy.

* FOR PATIENTS DELIVERING AT THE WOMEN'S HOSPITAL AT SADDLEBACK MEDICAL CENTER ONLY