Breastfeeding Class
This practical workshop taught twice a month by a certified lactation educator will help you to prepare to breastfeed your baby.
What We Will Cover
Just some of the topics we’ll go over include:
- Importance of skin-to-skin contact
- Milk production
- Getting your baby to latch on correctly
- Sleep stages
- Going back to work/pumping
- Medications and diet
- Common problems and solutions
- When to seek help
- Answers to commonly asked questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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How much does this class cost?
For a family of USC-VHH, the cost is $25 per couple. For a non–USC-VHH family, the cost is $30 per couple.
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How is payment collected?
A payment form will be sent directly to you with payment options of Mastercard and Visa credit cards or by check. All payments are due before the beginning of the class.
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How long does this class take?
This is a 2-hour class.
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When is this class?
This class meets twice a month. For information and registration, contact the Family Education Program at 818-952-2272.
- Where does this class take place?USC Verdugo Hills Hospital
1812 Verdugo Blvd, 4th floor, Council Room
Glendale, CA 91208
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Classes are conducted in person. To protect yourself and others during the COVID-19 pandemic, all attendees are required to wear masks and maintain a 6-foot distance from other people.
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When is the ideal time to take this class for best results?
The ideal time to take this class is between your sixth and eighth months of pregnancy.
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Are there any prerequisites for this class?
There are no prerequisites for this class.
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Whom can I contact for additional information?
For more information, you can contact our Family Education Coordinator, Teri Rice, at (818) 952-2272 or Teri.Rice@vhh.usc.edu.