Breastfeeding
Back to Work and Pumping
Back to Work and Pumping
$30.00
Returning to work can be challenging for any parent. On top of adapting to new motherhood, the prospect of navigating employer relationships and balancing work with pumping is daunting. But pumping at work doesn’t have to be stressful, and with the right information and equipment, moms can be successful! In this course, Abby will teach you how to create a healthy breastfeeding work environment, pump and properly store your milk, and help your caregiver bottle-feed your baby.
Workshop Description
Returning to work can be challenging for any parent. On top of adapting to new motherhood, the prospect of navigating employer relationships and balancing work with pumping is daunting. But pumping at work doesn’t have to be stressful, and with the right information and equipment, moms can be successful! In this course, Abby will teach you how to create a healthy breastfeeding work environment, pump and properly store your milk, and help your caregiver bottle-feed your baby.
What you'll learn:
- How can I talk to my employer about pumping?
- Where can I pump in privacy while at work?
- What legal rights do I have as a breastfeeding employee?
- How can I maximize the amount of milk I pump?
- How can I ensure my baby takes a bottle with his caregiver?
- How should I store pumped milk while at work (and at home)?
- What resources are available for breastfeeding mothers who work?
This class is for:
- Pregnant and soon-to-be parents
- Parents of babies 0-12 weeks old
Instructor Bio
Abby Malman Case (IBCLC)
International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Birth Doula, and Childbirth Educator Abby Malman Case is passionate about supporting new mothers through childbirth and breastfeeding. In her private practice and work at Mothers’ Milk Bank helping families navigate breastfeeding, she’s seen that most mothers experience a learning curve to this natural, physiological process. Abby recognizes that every mother has unique and personal breastfeeding goals, and deserves guidance to reach those goals. She’s humbled by the innate wisdom that each new mother possesses, and loves seeing mom step into this new role with confidence.