Breastfeeding & Newborn Feeding Essentials

By Brandi Categories: Postpartum
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Learn essential skills for successful breastfeeding, recognizing hunger cues, and managing common challenges with confidence and support.

This class is your gentle guide to a confident feeding journey. Whether you’re planning to breastfeed, use bottles, or a combination of both, we’ll help you build a strong foundation and navigate everyday challenges with care and confidence.

From latch to milk storage to partner support, this is a space where questions are welcomed, and judgment is left at the door. Our goal is to support your feeding journey—whatever it looks like—with warmth, respect, and practical guidance.

What We'll Cover in Class

  • Master Comfortable Breastfeeding Positions & Deep Latch
  • Learn how to support your baby and body for more effective, pain-free nursing sessions.
  • Recognize Feeding Cues & Build a Confident Feeding Routine
  • Understand when baby is hungry, how often to feed, and what a healthy feeding rhythm looks like.
  • Safely Express, Store, and Handle Breast Milk
  • Get hands-on guidance for pumping, milk storage, thawing, and handling breast milk with confidence.
  • Explore Bottle and Alternative Feeding Methods
  • Whether you’re combo feeding or exclusively pumping, learn how to support baby’s needs with flexible options.
  • Discover Partner Support & Solutions for Common Challenges
  • Explore ways partners can support feeding, and learn practical tools for common issues like sore nipples, clogged ducts, or latch concerns.
Brandi

Brandi

Brandi is a pediatric nurse, postpartum doula, and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). She brings both personal experience and professional expertise to her work, creating a safe and welcoming space for families navigating the ups and downs of infant feeding.

A proud member of the International Lactation Consultant Association, the United States Lactation Consultant Association, and Bay Area Lactation Consultants, Brandi is deeply involved in the professional lactation community.

As a parent of four, Brandi knows firsthand how overwhelming feeding can feel. Her own challenges with breastfeeding led her to pursue lactation as a calling—and today, she supports families with empathy, knowledge, and zero judgment.

Whether you're nursing, pumping, combo feeding, or still figuring it all out—Brandi is here to help you feel informed, empowered, and never alone.

Brandi
IBCLC, LVN, Doula
Perinatal Educator at Doulas by the Bay

Confidence in Every Contraction ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Our students report feeling 85% more confident about their birth experience after taking this class. You’ll walk away with a toolkit of techniques, clear understanding of the process, and the confidence to advocate for yourself during one of life’s most important moments.

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📎 Frequently Asked Questions

Questions? We've Got Answers

Everything you need to know about our classes, from logistics to what to expect

Absolutely! This class is designed for parents at any stage of their journey. We cover everything from basic anatomy to advanced comfort techniques, making it perfect for first-time parents while still valuable for those who want to refresh their knowledge.

All live sessions are recorded and available for 9 months of access. You can watch at your own pace and revisit any section as many times as you'd like. However, we encourage live attendance for the interactive Q&A and practice sessions.

We highly recommend having your partner or support person join you. Much of the class focuses on partner support techniques, and practicing together during class ensures you're both prepared for labor day.

We recommend taking this class between 28-36 weeks of pregnancy. This timing ensures the information is fresh in your mind while giving you enough time to practice techniques and ask follow-up questions if needed.

No worries! Everyone who purchases the class receives access to the full recording, which will be available for 9 months. You can watch it anytime, at your own pace.

Doulas By The Bay Value Proposition

A Method That Makes a Difference

Our unique approach combines evidence-based education with interactive, personalised instruction. We don’t just tell you what to expect, we help you practice and prepare for every scenario.

Evidence-Based Approach

All techniques and information are grounded in the latest research and best practices in perinatal care.

Interactive Learning

Engage with instructors and other participants through live Q&A, demonstrations, and group discussions.

Extended Access

9 months of access to class recordings so you can review and revisit the content whenever you need it.

Expert Instruction

Learn from certified labor & delivery nurses and perinatal specialists with years of hands-on experience.



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