eClass - Understanding Breastfeeding This free online class provides expectant mothers and their partners the content and strategies they need to get breastfeeding off to a solid start. A combination of video, 3D animation and readings explain and demonstrate critical concepts and skills, including: -How breastfeeding works -Strategies for a great milk supply -Breastfeeding holds and positions -Skills to achieve a comfortable latch -Hunger cues -Signs of swallowing and milk transfer -The role of breast pumps -Breast care -Partner support and involvement -Returning to work Along with the online content, students will have access to join an educator as they host a follow-up Livestream with an Educator: Strategies for Breastfeeding group call. It is a wonderful opportunity to receive reassuring, accurate information from an educator. On the registration date you select, an informational email will be sent. There is no class held on this date. -This informational email will include the access link to the eClass and the dates/times of our Livestreams with an Educator. -You will have immediate access to the eClass portion. The eClass portion is self-paced. -Each livestream topic is offered three times per month. This is an interactive live Zoom session with a scheduled date and time. You will respond to the email with the date you want to attend. -You will have access to the eClass for 180 days from the day you first access the material. We recommend choosing a registration date early in your third trimester and completing all eClasses and Livestreams by a few weeks before your expected due date.