Our Classes

Breastfeeding Course Part 1

20 Hours of Lactation Specific Education that includes but is not limited to:

  • Breastfeeding Promotion, Protection & Support

  • The Basics of Human Lactation such as Anatomy & Physiology, Latch, Suck/Swallow/Breathe, Skin to Skin

  • Feeding Assessment

  • Milk Production & Assessment of Milk Transfer

  • Common Breastfeeding Challenges such as Latching Difficulties, Plugged Ducts, Engorgement, Mastitis, Thrush

  • Sustaining Breastfeeding

  • Simulation Model to Provide more “Hands On” Education

  • This course is primarily focused on well Full-Term and Late Preterm Infants*

* Certificate of Completion Provided *

Dates:

LIVE ONLINE COURSE (Registration Not Restricted to AB)

Date: TBD
8:30 am – 4:15 pm
Registration : Closed

Cost:

  • $375 (Credit Card Payment Available)

Breastfeeding Course Part 2

Course Pre-requisite: Either Calgary Breastfeeding Centre’s 20 Hour Breastfeeding Course, a 20 Hour Course from another provider, or Previous Certification as an IBCLC is required for this Advanced Course.

30 Hours of Lactation Specific Education that includes but is not limited to:

  • Public Health Advocacy

  • Role of Lactation Consultant

  • Research and Evidence Based Practice

  • Latch/Suck Challenges

  • Biochemistry of Human Milk  

  • Immunology & Infectious Disease

  • Slow Weight Gain/Failure to Thrive  

  • Premature Infants

  • Other Infant Challenges such as congenital abnormalities, neurological

  • Oral Pathology

  • Medications and Human Milk

  • Maternal Medical Challenges

  • Postpartum Mental Health

  • Breast Surgery

  • Contraindications to Breastfeeding

  • Induced Lactation

  • Human Milk Banking

*Certificate of Completion Provided*

Dates:

LIVE ONLINE COURSE (Registration Not Restricted to AB)

Date: TBD
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Registration Closed

Cost:

  • $525

Dates: Group Teaching Based on Group Interest and Availability

Cost:

  • $100/Person - Minimum 4 Participants

Four Hours of Live Instruction for Doulas and Lactation Supporters.

• Anatomy of the Breast

• Infant Oral Anatomy and its Role in Feeding/Reflexes

•Hormones in Lactation

•Skin to Skin

•Milk Production Calibration

•Benefits of Breastmilk

•Latch, Attachment and Supportive Feeding Strategies

•How to know Baby is Getting Enough

•Common Concerns in Lactation

•When to Refer – Emphasis on Doula Scope

4 DONA Continuing Education Credits Provided

Lactation Education for Doulas

  • Natalie and the Calgary Breastfeeding Centre put on a lactation education workshop for our local Calgary Doula Association and it was one of the best presentations I’ve been to in a long time. Natalie is professional, inclusive and engaging - while also holding space to be human when asking questions and learning about an important piece of parenting & nurturing, that many can feel very alone in. Whether a person is choosing to try breast/chestfeeding or is choosing not to, Natalie would be a valuable member of any support team. Her expertise will help me in my birth doula role, even those first few hours postpartum and the conversations leading up to birth (where we give time for the planning and supports that may be needed in the hours/days/weeks/months after birth). The info and conversations we had will also support my naturopathic practice and I can’t wait to integrate some of the amazing knowledge shared. On a personal note, I wish I had found her during my own breastfeeding journey with my twins. Will be including her contact in baby shower cards in the future. Thank you, Natalie

    Dr. Carleigh Sturge, ND

Cancellation Policy

  • More than 30 days cancel notice: refund minus $50.00 admin fee

  • 2-4 weeks notice: refund minus $150 admin fee

  • Less than 14 days notice: no refund unless medical note provided. With a medical note: refund minus $75.00 admin fee.

  • Please note: All course cancellations are subject to cancellation fee.