The Art of Breastfeeding

If you’re planning to breastfeed, pump, combo feed, or aren’t sure what your plan is but want to learn more, this class is for you. Understanding the basics of milk production infant behaviors, positioning, latch, and pumping before your baby arrives can help you feel more confident and prepared for your feeding journey.

In this class you will learn about:

Breastfeeding Basics

• Positioning
• Latch
• Feeding cues and reflexes
• Normal newborn behaviors in the first 72 hours
• How to know your baby s getting enough
• Cluster feeding
• Breast pump considerations
• Flange sizing
• Milk supply
• Milk storage guidelines
• Common challanges
• Support options for after baby arrives

About the Instructor

This class is taught by Sarah Bamford, BSN, RN, IBCLC. Sarah started her nursing career in the NICU at Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak. She has also worked in an outpatient pediatric GI clinic. She completed her Certified Lactation Counselor certification after having her first baby, then went on to become certified as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).

Sarah currently works as a Lactation Consultant at Corewell Health Beaumont, Troy. She is the mother of four and credits her own breastfeeding challenges as the reason she became a Lactation Consultant, providing assistance and education to new parents on their feeding journey.

Class Details

• Classes are held at Generations OB-GYN.
• The cost is $30 payable by cash, check to Sarah Bamford (Venmo or PayPal available upon request).
• The class is intended for expectant mothers. Class participants are welcome to bring a support person.