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Feeding an Infant During COVID-19?

What Resources Are There for Infant Feeding Challenges During a Pandemic?

Amongst the huge range of challenges COVID-19 has presented for the world, altering your birth plan or your postpartum experience is likely amongst them. Being a new parent and figuring out your infant feeding plan amidst a pandemic can be especially challenging, but just because things look a bit different these days doesn’t mean your breastfeeding, chestfeeding or infant feeding journey has to be left behind. We’ve gathered a variety of different options for you to choose from to get the support you need.

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Breastfeeding Classes

San Diego Breastfeeding Center offers a ‘Preparing to Breastfeed’ class. It’s available in an on-demand format ($35) or a virtual class alongside other expecting parents (free).

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Infant Feeding Consultations with an IBCLC

Rachael Oeffner, a IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) at Night & Day San Diego, offers in-person, in-home visits or teleheath appointments; each customized to your specific needs.

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Breastfeeding Support Groups

Find solace in community with in-person or virtual support groups available via Tourmaline Birth and Wellness or Babies in Bloom Lactation Lounge.
It’s difficult to make decisions during a pandemic when our movements may feel restricted and services feel out of reach. We hope the resources above help you see that there are a myriad of ways to get support to make your experience feeding your infant less frustrating and more peaceful.
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Uplevel Your Postpartum Experience and Keep Your Sanity

Kathryn Keener, Director and Founder of One Moon Doula Services, was featured on the Women’s Health Happy Hour Podcast by Dr. Dawn Andalon.

In this episode “Uplevel Your Postpartum Experience and Keep Your Sanity,” Kathryn discusses the importance of those vulnerable first months with a newborn and what you need during your postpartum experience to make it better. Tune in below, on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts.

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