Ridgeview's Breastfeeding Class takes place in-person at Ridgeview's Community Auditorium, Waconia Campus.
Ridgeview is offering a breastfeeding prep class for prenatal moms. This is a single-session class presented by Ridgeview’s lactation consultants, who will provide information to help moms prepare for successful breastfeeding — in the hospital post-delivery, and during the first few weeks with their newborn. The class is held in Ridgeview's Auditorium, which is located right inside the main hospital entrance.
Topics include:
- Benefits of breastfeeding
- Basic tips for success, focusing on the first two weeks
- Breast pump options
- Breast milk production
- Latching tips
- How to know if feeds are going well
- Typical newborn behavior in relation to feedings
- Potential challenges
- Who to contact for help
