If you are choosing to breastfeed your baby, this one-time class offers practical information and support to enhance your breastfeeding experience.  Some of the topics covered are advantages of breastfeeding, positioning techniques, and recognizing and solving problems, as well as a brief discussion of pumps, pumping and returning to work. Support of your decision to breastfeed is very important, so it is encouraged to have your partner or another support person attend this class with you.

Times:  Monday, 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Dates:

• November 21
• December 19
• January 16
• February 20
• March 19
• April 16

Times:  Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

• January 7
• February 4
• March 3
• April 7

Cost:  $25

Location: Rockford Memorial Hospital Ingersoll Building, Classrooms 1 & 2

Breastfeeding Services 

Rockford Memorial Hospital offers a free breastfeeding hotline for nursing mothers and their support team.  You can reach the breastfeeding hotline at (815) 971-5020.