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Parent Education Classes

Infant Feeding
Preparation Class

Everything you need to know to get started with feeding your baby!

Starting Solids Workshop

Helping you prepare for introducing solids to your little one!

Infant Feeding Preparation Class

Everything you need to know to get started with feeding your baby!

What makes our classes different?

Our Infant Feeding Preparation Class is small and interactive, aimed at providing parents with information on ALL methods of feeding. Not only do we discuss breastfeeding, but we also talk about bottle feeding and pumping - you won't find a more comprehensive class!

Breastfeeding

  • Antenatal expressing

  • Understanding milk  supply

  • Breast & nipple care

  • The first few days

  • Positioning

  • Attachment

  • Is baby getting enough

  • Common challenges

Bottle Feeding

  • Why bottles might be used

  • When to introduce a bottle

  • Choosing a bottle

  • How much to feed

  • Breastmilk alternatives

  • Paced bottle feeding

  • Managing mixed feeding

Pumping

  • Pumping & milk supply

  • When to consider pumping

  • When to start pumping

  • Reasons for pumping

  • Types of pumps

  • How to use a pump

  • Correct flange sizing

  • Storing & using breastmilk

Classes are held in our clinic at 137 Union Rd, Ascot Vale VIC

Partner / support person welcome

Maximum of 4 couples per class

Starting Solids Workshop

Helping you prepare for introducing solids to your little one!

What makes our classes different?

Our Starting Solids Workshop is held via Telehealth, so you can participate from the comfort of your own home. We discuss all methods of solids introduction, plus management of allergy foods, giving you the latest, most up-to-date and

evidence based advice. 

Methods of Solids Introduction

  • Puree

  • Baby Led Weaning

  • Green Veggie Solids

  • How to decide which method is right for you

  • Balancing milk feeds

Allergy Foods

  • The top 10 allergen foods

  • Safely introducing allergen foods

  • Latest advice from experts 

  • Managing reactions

  • Intolerances vs allergies

Eating Habits for Life

  • When and where to offer food

  • Understanding baby's cues

  • Highchairs and equipment

  • Eating behaviours to encourage

Classes are held via Telehealth

Partner / support person welcome

Maximum of 6 couples per class

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