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2014 Washington Street
Newton, MA 02462
617-243-6000
Open 24 hoursLab Hours and Holiday Hours Vary
307 W Central St
Natick, MA 01760
617-243-5345
159 Wells Ave
Newton Centre, MA 02459
617-243-5777
111 Norfolk Street
Walpole, MA 02081maps
978 Worcester Road (rte 9)
Wellesley, Massachusetts 02482
781-235-5200
Open 24 hours
Lab Hours and Holiday Hours Vary
25 Washington Street
Wellesley, Massachusetts 02481
617-219-1520
9 Hope Ave
Waltham, MA 02453
617-243-5590
Monday through Saturday: 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
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Although breastfeeding is a natural process, it is a learned experience for both the infant and new mother. Prenatal education and ongoing support are considered by lactation consultants to be the most important factors contributing to breastfeeding success. This class will cover the structure and function of the breast, breast vs. bottle-feeding, proper latch-on and positioning, nutrition, feeding patterns, and growth spurts, pumping and storage of milk. Partners are encouraged to attend the breastfeeding class.
New parents need to make many decisions as they care for their newborn. This class will provide the guidance and support needed as parents go through “on-the-job training” during an infant’s first three months of life. The instructor will cover infant bathing and dressing, feeding communication, crying, sleep patterns, signs of illness, when to call a care provider, and the needs and adjustments of becoming a family.
This is an American Heart Association CPR for Family and Friends (Infant and Child) class. In addition to teaching CPR and choke-saving skills, this three-hour class will cover the following injury prevention topics:
Whether you are a parent, grandparent, teacher or a babysitter, this single session will provide you with the vital skills that turn a life-threatening situation into a lifesaving one. Includes a manual.
Please note: We encourage you attend the above classes with a support person or partner and recommend classes should be completed by about four to six weeks before your due date. To register for these classes or for more information please call the the Childbirth Education Office at 617-243-6649, or visit our web site www.nwh.org/classes