Breastfeeding 101
Did you know 70% of mothers struggle with breastfeeding? In this lactation class you will practice holds, solve common problems, and identify cues from your baby and your body— all in a small group setting with an expert. We recommend this class to anyone planning to breastfeed.
Available Sessions
Please use the buttons below to schedule Breastfeeding 101 or a consult with the IBCLC.
What You’ll Learn
Benefits of breastmilk/breastfeeding/chestfeeding
Factors that can influence breastfeeding
How to prepare for breastfeeding prior to delivery
What to do in the first few minutes, hours, and days to help make breastfeeding successful
Practice different breastfeeding positions/holds
How you know if your baby is getting enough milk
What family members/support people can do to help the breastfeeding parent
Pumping and other breastfeeding tools/devices
Common breastfeeding complications
Ask questions, and know where to go if you need help after baby arrives.
Please note: we support all methods and ways of feeding, but the primary focus of this class is breastfeeding. If you’re looking for information on bottle feeding, please attend our Newborn Care Class.
Meet the Instructor
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Helping new mothers adjust to life with a newborn baby has been a passion of Danielle’s since she became a parent, a Registered Nurse and an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC.) One of the most important aspects of parenting is feeding your baby. Many parents opt to provide human breast milk to their babies and as an IBCLC, Danielle’s main job is to help parents do this.
For almost a decade Danielle has worked as a Registered Nurse in local Bay Area hospitals, specializing in peripartum care. Danielle has a background in education, working as an elementary school teacher, an administrator, and most recently as an Adjunct Professor for the University of San Francisco.
In addition to her work, she enjoys spending time with close friends and family, camping, exploring the regional parks, and reading.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
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This class is recommend for all expecting parents planning to breast or chest feed.
We recommend it because such a high percentage of parents experience problems with breastfeeding, and going into the newborn phase with this information makes a huge difference for many people.
If you have already had your baby and are experiencing feeding issues, this class may be a good first step. However, an individual appointment with Danielle (or an IBCLC or your choice) may be more appropriate for all urgent or uncommon feeding issues.
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This workshop covers two people, so make sure to bring them along!
We offer water, tea, snacks, and beverages for purchase in our space, but some people also like to bring their own snacks and a water bottle.
Overall, bring your positive attitudes and curiosity! We're excited to have you with us.
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This workshop is priced as "per couple", or for two people. If you would like to sign up as an individual or add an additional person, please contact us! We're happy to help.
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For the health and safety of our students, Brilliant Births requests COVID-19 vaccination. Masks are not required but welcomed, and are provided in-studio.
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We do not offer cancellations, refunds, or exchanges for workshops.
If your chosen date no longer works, please contact us to reschedule up to 12 hours before the class start time. An administrative fee will be charged for rescheduling a class, charged to your card on file. If rescheduling doesn’t work with your needs, you will be issued a credit towards a future class.
We aim to fill our workshops, but if there are less than two sign ups for this workshop, it may be rescheduled or cancelled. If the rescheduled date doesn't work with your needs, you will be issued a code for credit toward a future class. No monetary refunds are given.
In the case of unexpected events (including but not limited to: pandemic, fire, excessively poor air quality, or general safety concerns), the format may change from in-person classes to virtual classes if required by public health guidelines or at Brilliant Birth's discretion. No change in fee will be issued, and no refunds will be given outside of the allotted cancellation policy.
More Information
Are you interested but still have questions?
Feel free to send us an email and we will be sure to answer any questions that you may have.