Infant Feeding Basics is a comprehensive Chestfeeding and Breastfeeding Class
Everything you need to know to get feeding your baby off to the very best start!
Learn the basics of feeding your infant in this 2-hour in-studio class to get off to the best start.
You'll be prepared with knowledge and confidence to understand whether feeding is going well or not, as well as tips and tricks to get you through the rough patches.
This class is designed for those planning to breastfeed (chestfeed or bodyfeed) however bottle feeding and formula feeding will be addressed as well, as well as when to know when to supplement.
Receive Expert Lactation Education & Support
Register here to sign up for this class taught by local International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Jonelle Lund.
All times are in Eastern Time. Contact us if you have trouble finding a time that works for you.
Workbook included! - includes a detailed workbook full of resources to reference during and after the class.
Feeding your infant is a wonderful experience, which also has its challenges. Fortunately we do not have to go through it alone, or to be unprepared. The right mindset, skills, and support makes you equipped and ready to do hard things!
You will learn and practice what you and your partner need to feed your infant.
Feel ready for anything, or overcome previous issues or concerns.
This class is not a comprehensive childbirth education or infant care class. This class is beautifully complimented by the Holistic Childbirth Class, or is valuable on its own!
What you will Learn in Infant Feeding Class
- Feeding cues
- Bottle techniques
- Feeding schedules, and changes in feeding
- Latching, and overcoming common issues
- Preparing your partner for support and understanding
- Self care and nutrition to best nourish your child
- Using pumps, props, and supply support
- Preparation, expectations, and finding more help
- Plus so much more, and support from your Educator!
Skills you'll learn in Breastfeeding Class
Communication
Sense your baby's signals.
Techniques
Feeding tricks and tips.
Self-Care
Nourishing yourself.
Support
Tools and expert support.
Register for Our In-Person Breastfeeding Class
The goal of our childbirth educators is help expectant parents and families feel as confident and prepared as possible for feeding their baby.
The Womb Room's classes are designed and led by highly trained and experienced Birth Educators with an inclusive and evidence-based curriculum and approach.
In-Person classes take place at the Keswick Castle in Baltimore. Read more.
Looking for an online approach for your breastfeeding journey via online or virtual breastfeeding classes?
Our Virtual Breastfeeding Classes take place on Zoom, and in-person classes are in Baltimore, all in a friendly, fun, open-minded, supportive community environment of parents and lactation consultants going through the same thing together, all working at your own pace. All online courses are posted in Eastern Time.
2024 Class Dates:
2/19, 2/25, 3/18, 4/22, 5/20, 6/17, 7/22, 8/19, 9/23, 10/21, 11/18, 12/23
Register for Infant Feeding Basics below, private classes here, or contact us with questions!
Meet our Educators
Our expert Educators working with a curriculum that is evidence-based, inclusive, diverse, and up-to-date. Our team is here for you and your partner, and is available for additional questions shall you have them!
Jonelle Lund
Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
Jonelle Lund, a Mother of three, and certified Lactation Consultant, believes in the power of parents supporting other parents.
A trained tethered-oral technician, IBCLC & RN, Jonelle has seen it all! Her philosophy in supporting families comes from her strong conviction in supporting the whole person - body & mind.
Miriam Pokharel-Wood
Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
Jonelle Lund, a Mother of three, and certified Lactation Consultant, believes in the power of parents supporting other parents.
A trained tethered-oral technician, IBCLC & RN, Jonelle has seen it all! Her philosophy in supporting families comes from her strong conviction in supporting the whole person - body & mind.
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Build Your Support System for your Journey into Parenthood
Too often, parents to be spend so much time preparing for the birth of their Baby that they are left
unprepared for all of the new things that come next.
This is why The Womb Room has carefully created classes and services to prepare your family to know how to best care for your Baby, to get you all the rest you can, and to understand what to expect.
Here's the important information and services we've found that most couples need, offered online and in-person, all provided at your own pace, even if you have limited time!
Yoga
Education
Doulas
Lactation
Therapists
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Get you and your partner prepared, informed, and empowered for your journey into parenthood.
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Holistic Childbirth
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Postpartum & Baby Basics
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Infant Feeding Basics
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Comfort Measures
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Mindfulness for Birth
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($200 savings!)
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