I've enjoyed running a 2-hour Bf classes for a number of years. The couples who come to the classes have made the decision to breastfeed. I talk as if breastfeeding is simply the normal way to feed babies. "Why breastfeed" is not discussed specifically, but I find plenty of opportunity to sneak in the odd really impressive fact to reinforce their decision - the Dads usually like these (especially if numbers are involved). The 2 main reasons why women stop breastfeeding before they had planned to is *pain* and *not enough*. So these areas are my focus. As well as dispelling many myths along the way. I start by asking the participants what questions they have, what have they heard about breastfeeding and why they think women have problems. I write the keywords on a board. Invariably "pain" and "not enough" come up - I highlight these and explain why the focus of the class will be on these. After a brief discussion on how the breasts work we address "pain" (it involves showing a latch video and having a doll to demo/practice with). We then discuss "not enough" and then check the keywords on the board to see if there are any queries still to be answered. A variety of non-commercial handouts are available. Jean Ridler RN RM IBCLC South Africa [log in to unmask] *********************************************** Archives: http://community.lsoft.com/archives/LACTNET.html To reach list owners: [log in to unmask] Mail all list management commands to: [log in to unmask] COMMANDS: 1. To temporarily stop your subscription write in the body of an email: set lactnet nomail 2. To start it again: set lactnet mail 3. To unsubscribe: unsubscribe lactnet 4. To get a comprehensive list of rules and directions: get lactnet welcome