Hello all,

Just wanted to let you know how the presentation to the high school
students went.  There were about 20 students, all girls (not pregnant).

Barb Berges suggested having the students come up with questions ahead of
time.  It really helped me see where their concerns were.  Thanks Barb!

Based on the students questions, I did a power point presentation with lots
of pictures of moms, babies, and dads.  Covered the basics of what
breastfeeding does for mother and baby.  Then the basics of breastfeeding
management, factors that can affect bf, pumps (wouldn't have thought of
including it but they wanted to know) and dad's role.  Weaning and the post-
weaning breast.  Finished with "breastfeeding etiquette" (always be
especially courteous to breastfeeding mothers) :-).  They were surprised to
learn that breastfeeding is a protected civil right in Texas.

After the presentation I answered questions.  I was impressed.  They wanted
to know about BFAR, breastfeeding and cancer, adoptive breastfeeding, what
to do if your milk coming in is delayed.  I got one "ick" when I mentioned
donor milk and milk banking.

All in all it was fun and interesting.  My thanks to everyone who shared
ideas.

-Claire Bloodgood, IBCLC

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