Breastfeeding Help for New & Expectant Moms
At Swedish Medical Center, we respect every mother's right to choose whether to breast or formula feed her child(ren). However, we support the exclusive breastfeeding initiatives created by the Joint Commission, World Health Organization and the American Academy of Pediatrics. That's why you will find extensive lactation support from our highly experienced nursing team and dedicated lactation consultants.
Weekly Baby Weigh-In Clinic for Nursing Moms
This drop-in clinic is offered to breastfeeding moms every week. In this group setting, moms have the opportunity to meet with a lactation consultant, have their babies' weights checked, receive reassurance or get advice about a breast-feeding problem, and meet other breastfeeding moms.
Baby Weigh-In Clinic is offered at no charge every Wednesdays at 10 a.m. in the second floor conference center. To track if your baby is getting enough milk when breastfeeding, please bring your baby hungry and plan on breastfeeding at "Baby Weigh-In." Please contact the Family Care Unit at Swedish with any questions by calling 303-788-6500.
Registration: No registration needed for this drop-in class.
Breastfeeding Preparation
This one-time class is valuable to those who plan to breastfeed their babies. Designed for the breastfeeding woman and her partner, we provide a positive and safe setting to talk about breastfeeding concerns and its impact on the entire family. In addition to a review of the anatomy and physiology of breastfeeding (lactation), the class explores current techniques and preparations that foster successful breastfeeding. This includes learning and practicing different nursing positions, proper collection and storage of breast milk, and the latest information on breast pumps.
Registration: Call 1-866-7SWEDISH (1-866-779-3347) or use ONLINE CLASS REGISTRATION.
Breastfeeding Preparation (WOMEN ONLY)
This is designed specifically for women only. The curriculum is the same as our breastfeeding preparation class (above) but it addresses the privacy needs of some pregnant women who wish to be in an all-female class.
Registration: Call 1-866-7SWEDISH (1-866-779-3347) or use ONLINE CLASS REGISTRATION.
Breastfeeding Multiples
This class covers all the information in breastfeeding preparation class (above) but is specific to moms with multiple babies. You will discover how to successfully feed multiples, practice positions and learn about pumping and storing breast milk.
Suggested Pairing: Multiple Connections
Registration: Call 1-866-7SWEDISH (1-866-779-3347) or use ONLINE CLASS REGISTRATION.
Breastfeeding and Working (private class)
This private class is designed for mothers who are about to go back to work. Designed to be taken several weeks prior to returning to work, this class helps smooth the transition back to work, while maintaining the breastfeeding relationship. Learn tricks of the trade for pumping and storing breast milk, maintaining connection with your baby and time management. Please bring your breast milk pump.
Registration: To register for this private class call 303-788-6251 to schedule.
