London Hypnobirthing

When I had my son back in 2010, I found the antenatal breastfeeding classes desperately disappointing. They seemed to focus purely on how easy and natural it all was, and as such I entered the world of breastfeeding hugely naive and uninformed. We were offered no information about the realities of feeding - day-to-day practicalities, timings, amounts, hunger cues, mixed feeding, routines, how to look after ourselves when feeding, what hurdles we might encounter and how to acc...ess the right support for a positive journey. It's fair to say that the reality of breastfeeding was a big shock to me, and it wasn't until I found the right support - postnatally - that I enjoyed or even felt engaged in feeding my son. I know that I would have had a much more positive experience if I felt really clued up and prepared ahead of Oscar's arrival, and that's what I want to bring to every one of you.
I don't have an agenda with breastfeeding. I believe breast milk is nutritionally superior to formula, but I strongly believe that each woman - as with birth - has the right to make decisions based on what feels right for her and her baby. I also believe that she will make happier decisions if she is informed, armed with the knowledge, tools and techniques to make her journey more calm, positive and engaging. Happy mum. Happy baby. And that's exactly why I've scoured to find the most wonderful lactation specialist I can - Imogen Unger, and collaborated to offer you an outstanding antenatal workshop covering everything you need to know about feeding your baby. This woman-only workshop last for 2.5 hours, and will cover:
How breastfeeding works - supply and demand, let down reflex, importance of emptying the breast How to establish a good milk supply Identifying early feeding cues Positions for breastfeeding How your partner can support you How to know if your baby is getting enough milk Size of a baby's stomach and understanding milk volume Poo and wee (of course!) Troubleshooting - mastitis, sore nipples, top-up trap, tongue-tie Expressing Mixed feeding Paced bottle feeding Returning to work Your questions answered Handouts that you can take home and share with your partner
The next workshop will run on Wednesday 12 September 2018, 10.00am–12.30pm in East Dulwich (did you know you're entitled to take paid time off work for antenatal/parenting classes?) The cost is £45 per person and once again there are a maximum of 12 places to ensure that everyone has the chance to ask questions and receive personally tailored support. I'm anticipating this workshop booking up very quickly. Places will go on a strictly first come, first served basis, so if you would like a place, please be quick to book.
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Some great breastfeeding advice for this hot weather from my lactation consultant extraordinaire, Imogen.

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Would you like to start your breastfeeding journey equipped with knowledge and tools to make it easier and more enjoyable? Come along to our woman-only Calm, Confident Breastfeeding Workshop tomorrow from 10.00am-12.30pm in East Dulwich, with our experienced Lactation Consultant, Imogen Unger.

When I had my son back in 2010, I found the antenatal breastfeeding classes desperately disappointing. They seemed to focus purely on how easy and natural it all was, and as such I entered the world of breastfeeding hugely naive and uninformed. We were offered no information about the realities of feeding - day-to-day practicalities, timings, amounts, hunger cues, mixed feeding, routines, how to look after ourselves when feeding, what hurdles we might encounter and how to acc...ess the right support for a positive journey. It's fair to say that the reality of breastfeeding was a big shock to me, and it wasn't until I found the right support - postnatally - that I enjoyed or even felt engaged in feeding my son. I know that I would have had a much more positive experience if I felt really clued up and prepared ahead of Oscar's arrival, and that's what I want to bring to every one of you.
I don't have an agenda with breastfeeding. I believe breast milk is nutritionally superior to formula, but I strongly believe that each woman - as with birth - has the right to make decisions based on what feels right for her and her baby. I also believe that she will make happier decisions if she is informed, armed with the knowledge, tools and techniques to make her journey more calm, positive and engaging. Happy mum. Happy baby. And that's exactly why I've scoured to find the most wonderful lactation specialist I can - Imogen Unger, and collaborated to offer you an outstanding antenatal workshop covering everything you need to know about feeding your baby. This woman-only workshop last for 2.5 hours, and will cover:
How breastfeeding works - supply and demand, let down reflex, importance of emptying the breast; How to establish a good milk supply Identifying early feeding cues Positions for breastfeeding How your partner can support you How to know if your baby is getting enough milk Size of a baby's stomach and understanding milk volume Poo and wee (of course!) Troubleshooting - mastitis, sore nipples, top-up trap, tongue-tie Expressing Mixed feeding Paced bottle feeding Returning to work Your questions answered Handouts that you can take home and share with your partner
The cost is £45 per person and once again there are a maximum of 12 places to ensure that everyone has the chance to ask questions and receive personally tailored support. I'm anticipating this workshop booking up very quickly. Places will go on a strictly first come, first served basis, so if you would like a place, please be quick to book.
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Your body is AMAZING!

Wonderful video of a couple being supported by their amazing doula during the unplanned home birth of their second child.

Never worry about speaking up. Trust your instinct and don't be afraid to ask if something doesn't feel right.

Wow, beautiful beautiful birth video - loving, joyous, empowered..

Anyone pregnant in Devon should definitely check these lovely classes out!

Great video - it would be so beneficial if we as society could get away from this ideology of a "good" baby. Holding your baby doesn't mean you're making a rod for your own back or make them needy. They ARE needy because they're babies. It's so important that we stop pushing how-to books onto new parents which feel like rule books for getting it right, and rather, encourage and empower them to respond to their baby's needs from their innate maternal wisdom and hearts.

Made us smile this morning! 😁

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Simon Hooper at Father of Daughters is rocking our world! Love this video of his twin workout.

Very pregnancy needs this! Truly empowering thank you. X

Hollie is a wealth of knowledge, I can definitely recommend this to anyone who would just like to consider a different approach to childbirth. It has been eye-opening, useful and really good fun! I feel a lot more prepared than I ever thought I would be.