This Lactation for Doulas class will help you learn the basics of supporting nursing families, and meets the requirements for DONA certification.
Topics include:
- Benefits and Barriers to Lactation - Inclusivity, Representation, and Inequities in Lactation Support
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Beyond a Good Latch: Relationship Building between Parent and Baby
- Positioning and Attachment
- How Lactation Evolves in the First Hours, Days, and Weeks
- Common Lactation Challenges
- The Role of the Doula and Making Referrals