Breastfeeding Orientation

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The Breastfeeding Orientation is a program developed to educate pregnant women who are planning to breastfeed and introduce them to the Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Program. The program goals are to increase the relationship between participants during their pregnancy and educate all pregnant mothers about breastfeeding. Topics include:

  • Breastfeeding myths
  • Changes in breasts during and after pregnancy
  • Different cries
  • Hunger and feeding cues
  • Nipple care