I like the content  of your classes . great to focus on the the first days.
I think women get overwhelmed with information.

On Feb 6, 2017 10:13 PM, "Laurie Wheeler" <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> I do not teach about plugged ducts, mastitis, or even returning to work. I
> focus on the first couple of days. What's the point of all that other
> stuff, it may never occur, especially if the mother does not establish bf
> in the early days. I will take questions about that, but just with a brief
> answer and what resources are available when / if that occurs (call our
> dept).
> I do focus on STS, what to do if baby is sick or too sleepy to establish bf
> (express by hand, later by pump). What the resources are. I do mention
> things that could be risk factors that should be shared with the lactation
> consultant (breast surgery, e.g.).
> Personally, I do not use slides, but just talk in an informal manner, and
> show a nice video like breast crawl or biologic nurturing or something
> similar.
> Laurie Wheeler RN MN IBCLC
> Mississippi Gulf Coast USA
>
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