Lesson One: Pregnant Women at Risk of Not Breastfeeding

  • Why Focus on Pregnant Women?
  • Women at Risk of Not Breastfeeding
  • What about the Children?
  • Barriers to Breastfeeding
  • The Truth about Breastfeeding
  • Breastfeeding in Canada
  • Breastfeeding in Simcoe County

Lesson Two: Breastfeeding Basics

  • Risks of Not Breastfeeding
  • Breastmilk
  • How to Make a Good Supply of Breastmilk
  • How to Tell Baby is Breastfeeding Well
  • What is the Recommended Duration for Breastfeeding?

Lesson Three: Informed Decision Making

  • Informed Decision Making
  • Best Start’s 3-Step Counseling Strategy
  • Three Easy Steps to Discussing Breastfeeding
  • Baby-Friendly™ Language
  • People who are Supportive of Breastfeeding

Lesson Four: Protecting, Promoting and Supporting Breastfeeding

  • The Impact of Advertising on Infant Health
  • The International Code of Marketing of Breastmilk Substitutes
  • Formula Samples – What’s the Problem?
  • The Baby-Friendly Initiative
  • A Breastfeeding Mother’s Legal Rights

Lesson Five: Simcoe County Breastfeeding Resources

  • Where to Refer Pregnant or Breastfeeding Families in Simcoe County
  • Breastfeeding Handouts (Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit)
  • Breastfeeding Books
  • Breastfeeding Websites

 

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