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Fall breastfeeding classes now open for registration through emPOWER

Space is still available in last breastfeeding classes of the summer

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — The Aug. 12 prenatal breastfeeding classes have a few spaces available for any interested Penn State moms-to-be. Fall classes are now open for registration for September, October, November and December sections.

WEL 596, Basics of Breastfeeding, covers information needed to prepare for breastfeeding during the early weeks. Topics include: normal newborn behavior, establishing milk supply, positioning and latch, and how to tell if baby is getting enough milk.

WEL 597, Working and Breastfeeding, covers information related to combining work/student life and breastfeeding. Topics include: planning for return to work or class, milk expression and storage, and bottle feeding a breastfed baby.

To view class dates or register for a class, visit http://ohr.psu.edu/health-matters.

The Breastfeeding Support Program at Penn State provides lactation support services to University employees, students, and their spouses/domestic partners. For more information about the Breastfeeding Support Program, visit http://ohr.psu.edu/employee-and-family-resources/breastfeeding-support/ or email breastfeeding@psu.edu.

Last Updated August 3, 2017

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