Prenatal Breastfeeding Course (online, self-paced)
This course is designed to equip you with the confidence, skills, and understanding needed to navigate the joys and challenges of breastfeeding.
Course Content
-
1
Module 1: Intro
-
Lesson 1: Introduction
-
About Marissa
-
Download: PPT Slides for this course
-
Lesson 2: Historical Perspective of Breastfeeding
-
-
2
Module 2: Benefits & Contraindications
-
Lesson 3: Benefits of Breastfeeding
-
Lesson 4: To Breastfeed or Formula-Feed
-
Download: Ingredients in Breastmilk and Formula
-
-
3
Module 3: Support
-
Lesson 5: Professional Support
-
Lesson 6: Partner, Family, and Friends
-
Lesson 7: Select a Supportive Pediatrician
-
Lesson 8: Impact of Birth Location
-
-
4
Module 4: The Early Days
-
Lesson 9: First Feedings and Diaper Output
-
Video examples: The Breast Crawl
-
Video examples: Spoon and Cup Feeding
-
Lesson 10: The Goldilocks Principle
-
Lesson 11: Positioning for Breastfeeding
-
Video examples: Positioning for Breastfeeding
-
Lesson 12: Latch Techniques
-
Video examples: Latch Techniques
-
Anatomy video: What's happening on the inside?
-
-
5
Module 5: Survival Guide for the First 3 Days (Download)
-
Survival Guide for the First 3 Days
-
Download: Survival Guide for the First 3 Days
-
-
6
Module 6: Troubleshooting Lactation Challenges
-
Lesson 13: When do I switch sides?
-
Lesson 14: Troubleshooting lactation challenges
-
-
7
Module 7: Troubleshooting Infant Challenges
-
Lesson 15: Jaundice
-
Lesson 16: Weight Gain
-
Lesson 17: Reflux
-
Lesson 18: Torticollis and Tortisoma
-
Lesson 19: Flat Head Syndrome + Case Study
-
Lesson 20: Tongue tie, lip tie, and cheek ties + Case Study
-
-
8
Module 8: The Fourth Trimester (0-3 months postpartum)
-
Lesson 21: Adjusting to the new normal
-
Lesson 22: Swaddling
-
Lesson 23: Babywearing
-
Lesson 24: Sleep and night feedings
-
-
9
Module 9: Pumping, Hand expression, & Bottle feeding
-
Lesson 25: Pumping & Hand Expression
-
Download: Pump Flange Fit Guide
-
Video examples: Breast Massage & Hand Expression
-
Lesson 26: Bottle feeding
-
-
10
Module 10: Final Thoughts
-
Lesson 27: Conclusion
-
Download: References for this Course
-
Included with this course:
-
More than 3 hours of video content
-
Download: Breastfeeding Survival Guide (PDF)
-
Lifetime access to this course (and any updates)
-
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
What is different about this course?
Most prenatal breastfeeding courses focus exclusively on the benefits of breastfeeding. However, in my experience, when moms do not to achieve their breastfeeding goals, it comes down to issues with how to breastfeed — not why to breastfeed.
This course is different because it covers in detail how to breastfeed and how to troubleshoot common issues that may arise.
Testimonials
“I was prepared for birth. I was prepared for labor. I was prepared for bringing a baby home. I was even prepared for the 4th trimester. I was not prepared to feed my baby. It's something that we clearly all take for granted because it is theoretically one of the simple basic needs for a baby. And if you are planning to breastfeed you think 'well there's nothing more natural and therefore must be a no brainer once the baby is here.' Wrong. I took an online infant feeding course with Marissa when my baby was less than one week old, and my jaw was on the floor the whole time. I immediately booked her for a private consult because I needed a plan if I was going to be able to transition to exclusive breastfeeding (EBF).”
by JM
“My daughter is 2 months old, and I have been exclusively breastfeeding since her birth!!! My private prenatal class with Marissa really helped me, and put me and my baby on the track to success! So far it has been going great, and I have had an easy time with it. Only hiccup has been a dairy allergy on her end but there are so many great substitutions now for dairy for me!”
AB
“Marissa has been supporting me on my breastfeeding journey since my third trimester where she educated and prepped me to be successful at breastfeeding for when my little man arrived. Now we are going on 5 months strong of exclusive breastfeeding and Marissa is still my biggest cheerleader through all my struggles and successes! I guess you can call her my breast friend :)”
by FG
“Marissa is my breastfeeding fairy godmother!”
by SH
“I watched Marissa's course after breastfeeding my baby for the past year, and I still learned so much. People told me to take a course and to find a lactation consultant ahead of time, and I didn't. If you have the energy and time, do it for your sanity.”
by DJ
🤰🏽 Establish a Strong Foundation: Delve into the fundamentals of breastfeeding, from the intricacies of lactation to mastering the art of a good latch and the significance of practical support from healthcare providers, family, and friends.
📝 Prepare for Success: Uncover essential tips and techniques to prepare yourself, your body, and your surroundings for a successful breastfeeding journey before your baby arrives.
👶🏽 Address Common Concerns: Learn how to identify and troubleshoot common breastfeeding challenges like nipple pain, low milk supply, jaundice, and infant reflux.
🧘🏻 Cultivate Mindfulness and Bonding: Navigate the emotional and psychological dimensions of breastfeeding, incorporating mindfulness techniques to strengthen the bond between you and your baby.
Instructor
Marissa Yahil
MSOT, OTR/L, IBCLC
[email protected]
Marissa Yahil is a licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). She works exclusively with mother-infant pairs prenatally and during the first year postpartum. Prenatally, Marissa educates and empowers her clients with evidence-based information about lactation, breastfeeding, and bottle feeding so that they can go into their birth as prepared as possible. Postpartum, she offers a holistic and integrated approach to lactation support and feeding therapy in order to help her clients achieve their individual goals.