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'Birth to Breastfeeding - The Tapestry in all its Splendour!' |
Saturday, 1:30pm ~ 3pm
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Knowledge is Empowering! Every new mother should enter her breastfeeding journey with knowledge, realistic expectations and confidence that she can breastfeed.
This 90 minute workshop aims to equip Doulas with the practical tools to support and encourage their clients to be prepared for breastfeeding before their baby arrives.
Participants will gain practical strategies in preparing the pregnant mother to confidently transition from birth to breastfeeding in the final weeks leading up to the birth. Gain insight and knowledge into the relationship between breast growth and nipple changes during pregnancy and early breastfeeding experiences. Gain an understanding of how labour and birthing choices and outcomes impact on the early days of breastfeeding and milk supply.
Normal infant feeding and sleeping behaviours will be explored as well as key tips in identifying an effective latch. Practical strategies for assisting mothers to maintain their breast milk supply and protecting the breastfeeding relationship will be shared as well as advice on when to refer on for more skilled support from a Lactation Consultant.
This 90 minute workshop aims to equip Doulas with the practical tools to support and encourage their clients to be prepared for breastfeeding before their baby arrives.
Participants will gain practical strategies in preparing the pregnant mother to confidently transition from birth to breastfeeding in the final weeks leading up to the birth. Gain insight and knowledge into the relationship between breast growth and nipple changes during pregnancy and early breastfeeding experiences. Gain an understanding of how labour and birthing choices and outcomes impact on the early days of breastfeeding and milk supply.
Normal infant feeding and sleeping behaviours will be explored as well as key tips in identifying an effective latch. Practical strategies for assisting mothers to maintain their breast milk supply and protecting the breastfeeding relationship will be shared as well as advice on when to refer on for more skilled support from a Lactation Consultant.
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About Rowena GrayRowena has a background in paediatric nursing and midwifery before becoming an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) in 2010 after falling in love with supporting mothers to have a better breastfeeding experience. Her passion lies in sharing information in a way that is 'no nonsense', understandable and relevant to the individual needs of each mum, bub and family.
Rowena is the author of ‘Born to Breastfeed - the first six weeks and beyond’ and has also published breastfeeding articles in parenting magazines (The Natural Parent Magazine & Nurture Parenting) as well as online. (Medium.com). A mother to three young daughters, Rowena has experienced the ups and downs of breastfeeding firsthand. She has been working in private practice in Melbourne since 2012 , runs a monthly breastfeeding education workshop in the western suburbs and recently joined the team at ‘Mama You’ve Got This’ as their lactation expert, presenting workshops to new and expectant parents. When she’s not working with mums and bubs Rowena enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and 3 girls. http://www.rowenagray.com.au/ |
