Lactation specialists are available 24-hours-a-day, 7-days-a-week to support new moms. Positioning, latching on, breast care, mom’s nutritional needs and more is available. In addition, the Richland Hospital offers pre-natal breastfeeding classes and monthly breastfeeding support group meetings.
Health Benefits for Moms
* Reduced risk of breast & ovarian cancers
* Reduced risk of anemia
* Protection against osteoporosis & hip fracture later in life
* Helps return mothers body to pre-pregnancy state faster
Health Benefits to Babies Who Breastfeed
* Human milk provides children with the most complete & optimal mix of nutrients & antibodies
* Breast milk has a varying composition which keeps pace with the infant’s growth & changing nutritional needs
* Reduced risk of diabetes
* Protection against ear infections, respiratory illness & meningitis
* Reduced risk of SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome)
* Reduced incidence and severity of allergic diseases
* Breastfeeding plays an important role in the emotional development of babies
* Babies develop higher IQs
* Breastfeeding lessens the risk of heart disease later in life
Some Topics Covered
* Making the decision to breastfeed
* Preparation for breastfeeding
* How to put the baby on breast
* Helpful hints for the firstfew days
* Nutrition while breastfeeding
* Returning to work
Classes are held at:
The Richland Hospital, Inc.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
The Cost is: $10.00
To attend, contact the Richland Hospital at 647-6321; Extension 2283.
2012 Class Schedule
January 18 & 25
March 21 & 28
May 16 & 23
July 18 &25
September 19 & 26
November 21 & 28