Antenatal Breastfeeding Education Class

These private group classes are run in small groups, by one of our GP Lactation Consultants. Eight women (and their partners, if they would also like to attend) are brought together for a 3-hour session to get breastfeeding off to the best start possible.

Currently, these run once a month, on a Thursday night from 5.45pm to 8:15pm. The best time to attend this session is between 32-37 weeks gestation; however, attending at any time is better than not attending at all!

So many women we see with breastfeeding issues wish they had known all this before they had a baby. Although breastfeeding is natural, it can be one of the most difficult things you will ever do.

Topics include…
  • Antenatal colostrum expression and storage
  • Anatomy and physiology of breastmilk production
  • Extraction of breast milk
  • The first few days (the hospital stay)
  • After your milk “comes in”
  • Engorgement and low milk supply
  • Being separated from your baby
  • Paced bottle feeding
  • Gestalt Breastfeeding – fit and hold (an evidence-based approach to significantly reduce nipple pain, improve milk transfer and decrease fussing at the breast).
  • Q&A session that answers individual questions and concerns.

Inclusions

  • Antenatal colostrum expression syringes and caps (and a wet-bag!)
  • Refreshments including tea, coffee, water, and snacks.
    Please let us know when booking if you have any allergies or dietary requirements (aside from being pregnant!)
  • Handouts
    Not just of the class slides, but so much more information to help with breastfeeding and managing a newborn.

Pricing & Cancellation Policy

The total cost of $135 is payable beforehand at the time of booking. These classes do not attract a Medicare rebate. Partners can attend for free.

Cancellations over 48 hours will receive a full refund. Cancellations under 48 hours will receive a 50% refund.

Bookings

Bookings can be made online through our HotDoc page or by calling the clinic.

Online bookings can only publish class dates 3 months in advance. If you see a scheduled time above that you would like to attend, please contact the clinic and we can book you in.

Waitlist

Do you see a date that you would like to attend but the class is currently full?

Call the clinic and we can add you to the waitlist! We regularly monitor this waitlist to ensure that we offer any available spots to those with their name registered.

Upcoming ClassesDays & DatesTimes
August 2025Thursday 21st5:45pm to 8:15pm
September 2025Thursday 18th5:45pm to 8:15pm
October 2025Thursday 16th5:45pm to 8:15pm
November 2025Thursday 13th5:45pm to 8:15pm
December 2025Thursday 4th5:45pm to 8:15pm
Please note

Online bookings can only publish class dates 3 months in advance. If you see a scheduled time above that you would like to attend, please contact the clinic and we can book you in.

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