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Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding Class (in-person)

This 2.5 hour class teaches expectant couples the basic skills for successful breastfeeding, and is taught by an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) registered nurse. One support person is highly encouraged to attend. Class fees and registrations are per couple. Register early in your pregnancy as seating is limited and classes fill quickly.

Topics include:

  • Advantages of breastfeeding
  • Breastfeeding basics
  • Positioning
  • Proper latch-on
  • Normal expectations of breastfeeding within the first 4 weeks
  • How do I know my baby is getting enough
  • How to recognize and avoid common problems
  • Breast pumps


We recommend that you sign up for this class around your seventh month of pregnancy. Registration is required. Register Online.

Breastfeeding Clinic: One-on-One Consultations

A 1 hour one-on-one consultation with an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) registered nurse provides new mothers with support, encouragement and answers to questions that commonly arise when their newborn comes home from the hospital. One support person is strongly encouraged to attend.

One-on-one consultation includes:

  • Individual attention to your specific concerns; latching and positioning
  • Help with breastfeeding the difficult nurser
  • Nutritional information
  • Instructions on pumping and storage of milk

Appointments are required and there is a $40 fee. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, call Hoag's BabyLine at 949-764-2229 (BABY).

For more information, view our Lactation Support Information Sheet.

Breast Pump Rentals

OB Education provides a breast pump rental service for mothers needing a hospital grade pump for either short or long-term use. Contact the Hoag BabyLine at 949-764-2229 (BABY) for availability.

For information about breastfeeding your new baby, download our Breastfeeding Guidelines PDF.