Infant Feeding Classes

This is a place for new moms to come gain information, ask questions and also find experienced moms in the area to lean on for support.  We will meet at the Polk County Health Center for about an hour every other Thursday at 9:00 am or 1:30 pm.  These free classes will be hosted by yours truly and refreshments will be provided as well.

     Please pre-register by the Wednesday before class by calling 417-326-7250, so I can make sure we have enough snacks and seating for everyone.

Class Schedule for 2015:

IS THIS NORMAL? What to expect and avoid when starting out breastfeeding
Thursday, February 5 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
Thursday, February 19 - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

3'S COMPANY Nursing with other small children in the home
Thursday, March 5 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
Thursday, March 19 - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

BREASTFEEDING BARRIERS
Thursday, April 2 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
Thursday, April 16 - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

ATTENTION DAD! You are going home with her, I'm not!
Thursday, May 7 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
Thursday, May 21 - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

LET'S GET STARTED Ways to ensure a positive and long breastfeeding experience
Thursday, June 4 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
Thursday, June 18 - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

WHY BREASTFEED?
Thursday, July 2 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
Thursday, July 16 - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

BENEFITS FOR BABY
Thursday, August 6- 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
Thursday, August 17 - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

HOW DO I KNOW I AM MAKING ENOUGH MILK?
Thursday, September 3 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
Thursday, September 17 - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

GROWTH SPURTS AND SUPPLEMENTATION

Thursday, October 1 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
Thursday, October 15 - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

HOW DO I KNOW WHEN BABY IS HUNGRY? Feeding cues
Thursday, Nov. 5 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
Thursday, Nov. 19 - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

HOW MUCH DOES FORMULA COST?
Thursday, Dec. 3 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
Thursday, Dec. 17 - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

The Next Infant Feeding Class

Join us on July 25th, 2013 at 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm for the Infant Feeding Class: 3's Company~ Nursing around small children.

Have you ever wondered if it is okay to nurse in front of younger children in the home? Nieces and nephews? While babysitting for a friend? Sometimes after bringing your newest addition home these questions pop up, so join us for Milk and Cookies and we will discuss the pros and cons of this common situation.

Call and register for the next class by Wednesday, July 24th. The next class will be held at the Polk County Health Center on Thursday, July 25th at 1:30 am. Come out and join me for about an hour and help me get started, meet new mommies in the area, while you receive encouragement and support of your breastfeeding efforts. ( I will be your cheerleader)
Or you can sign up by clicking on the contact us button below

Polk County Health Center
1317 West Broadway Street
Bolivar, MO 65613

417-326-7250
417-315-2135

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Join us on July 11th, 2013 at 9:00 am to 10:00 am for the Infant Feeding Class: 3's Company~ Nursing around small children.

Have you ever wondered if it is okay to nurse in front of younger children in the home?  Nieces and nephews? While babysitting for a friend?  Sometimes after bringing your newest addition home these questions pop up, so join us for Milk and Cookies and we will discuss the pros and cons of this common situation.

Call and register for the next class by Wednesday, July 10th.  The next class will be held at the Polk County Health Center on Thursday, July 11th at 9:00 am.  Come out and join me for about an hour and help me get started, meet new mommies in the area, while you receive encouragement and support of your breastfeeding efforts. ( I will be your cheerleader)

Or you can sign up by clicking on the contact us button below



Polk County Health Center
1317 West Broadway Street
Bolivar, MO 65613

417-326-7250
417-315-2135
 

      The Infant Feeding Classes at the Polk County Health Center are now underway.  I am really excited about this new adventure, but at the same time very nervous about giving the presentations.  Those of you who know me, know that I am very laid back and have no problem talking about the benefits of breastfeeding. To anyone, anytime, anyplace, ever. But for some reason, standing at the front of the class and giving a presentation, uggh....my palms are sweaty just thinking about it.  So here is my solution:

1.   Gather my girlies (that means all of you pregnant or breastfeeding mamas out there within driving distance of the health center in Bolivar).
2. Gather my supporters (that means all of you people sharing the baby with those breastfeeding and pregnant mamas)
3.  We will all sit around the table together, eat some cookies and talk about how to successfully feed those babies so they can grow and develop into healthy individuals with blogs of their own someday :)
4.  Take it in small steps.  We will discuss little bits about feeding infants at each meeting so you don't get overwhelmed, and you can pick and choose the meetings that most apply to your families questions and concerns.

     So, call and register for the next class by Wednesday, June 26th.  The next class will be held at the Polk County Health Center on Thursday, June 27th at 1:30.  Come out and join me for about an hour and help me get started, meet new mommies in the area, receive encouragement and support of your breastfeeding efforts. ( I will be your cheerleader)

The next class discussion is titled "Is This Normal?"

We will be discussing :

• Physiology of milk production
• Anatomy of the breast
• Engorgement
• Hormones of milk production
• Conditions that delay milk production
• FAQ's for new moms

 To register click on the contact us link to the left or call the Polk County Health Center at 417-326-7250.

2013 Infant Feeding Classes 

     Recently, I had a mom ask if there were breastfeeding classes available locally.  After some research, I came to realize that Bolivar has several opportunities to learn about what to expect during your pregnancy, but not a lot available for Moms who need information about feeding baby during the postpartum period.  It did not take much convincing to implement these classes in our community.  

     This is a place for new moms to come gain information, ask questions and also find experienced moms in the area to lean on for support.  We will meet at the Polk County Health Center for about an hour every other Thursday at 9:00 am or 1:30 pm.  These free classes will be hosted by yours truly and refreshments will be provided as well.

     Please pre-register by the Wednesday before class by calling 417-326-7250, so I can make sure we have enough snacks and seating for everyone.

Class Schedule for 2013:

IS THIS NORMAL? What to expect and avoid when starting out breastfeeding
Thursday, June 13 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
Thursday, June 27 - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

3'S COMPANY Nursing with other small children in the home
Thursday, July 11 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
Thursday, July 25 - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

BREASTFEEDING BARRIERS
Thursday, August 8 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
Thursday, August 22 - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

ATTENTION DAD! You are going home with her, I'm not!
Thursday, September 5 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
Thursday, September 19 - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

LET'S GET STARTED Ways to ensure a positive and long breastfeeding experience
Thursday, October 3 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
Thursday, October 17 - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

WHY BREASTFEED?
Thursday, October 31 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
Thursday, November 5 - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

BENEFITS FOR BABY
Thursday, December 5- 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
Thursday, December 19 - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm