Want a private, one-on-one class?
Whether you prefer to learn online at your own pace or with me live, this class will empower you to begin your journey feeding your baby. This comprehensive class covers these topics and more:
- Anatomy and physiology of the lactating body
- Position and latch
- Nursing positions
- Milk supply
- Nutrition, hydration, caffeine, alcohol, and medications while making milk
- Pumping and bottle feeding
- What to do when things go wrong
- Common lactation issues
Private, individualized classes will address all your personal questions and concerns before your baby arrives and runs 1.5 hours. If you have a qualifying PPO insurance plan, your class may be $0 out of pocket through Lactation Network. CLICK HERE to see if you qualify. for non-qualifying insurance plans, I can provide a superbill for private prenatal classes as some insurance companies will cover the class as preventative lactation services. Private classes can be done over Zoom, in my office, or in your home! There is a travel fee if you would like the class to be done in your home and you live within 15 miles of my Hermosa Beach office.
- Doula and lactation students are always welcome!
- To schedule your private class, click here.
Fed
The online, pre-recorded class may be purchased here: CLICK HERE. It is self-paced and has almost 3 hours of content to empower you with everything you need to know about feeding your baby!
Pumped
Have questions just on pumping? This recorded class walks you through everything you need to know about pumping. From picking a pump, to using the settings, to finding the right size flange. Learn how your body makes milk to help you decide when and how to pump! CLICK HERE to enroll.
Latched
This recorded class covers latching your baby to everything a baby can latch to: breast/chest, bottle and pacifier. The first section covers different ways to position you and your baby to get that pain free latch. The second section covers how to pick the best bottle for your baby. The last section covers all your questions related to pacifiers! CLICK HERE to enroll.
Tied & Untied
Think your little one has a tongue tie? Already had ties released but still struggling with latching and feeding? This recorded class walks you through everything you need to know about tongue and lip ties. You'll learn about the anatomy and physiology of the tongue, who to take your baby to for a full evaluation, and exercises for before and after release. CLICK HERE to enroll.
The Speech Language Pathologist's Role in Breastfeeding
A 1 hour, self-paced continuing education course where you learn about the role of the speech language pathologist in supporting breastfeeding dyads.
https://www.lactationot.com/slprole
Introduction to Breastfeeding
FOR THE LACTATION-INFORMED THERAPIST
In this 4.5-hour, self-paced continuing education course, you'll learn the art and science of blending lactation counseling with your clinical therapy skills
Bottle Feeding Skills
REFINING CLINICAL REASONING FOR SELECTION AND USE
In this 7-hour, self-paced continuing education course, you'll walk through identifying infant’s needs, bottle differences, and common roadblocks to bottle feeding.
Bottle Refusal & the Breastfed Infant
ADVANCED EVALUATION AND TREATMENT TECHNIQUES FOR THE LACTATION-INFORMED THERAPIST
A 7-hour, self-paced continuing education course intended for OT, SLP, and PT.
The Infant Frenectomy Protocol advocates for establishing optimal oral motor function and tongue posture early on to support feeding, breathing, sleeping, and speaking habits as babies grow.
Let's stand by collaborative & aligned care - avoiding overdiagnosis, overtreatment and overwhelm.
- Recognize oral motor developmental considerations from birth through toddlerhood under the direction of specialized speech language pathologists
- Learn about breastfeeding mechanics and support from leading international board certified lactation experts
- Uncover the impacts of tongue function on eating, breathing, sleeping, speaking, digestion, mood, and craniofacial structures
- Discuss the impacts of our microbiome, diet and oral stimulation on our orofacial development, airway and overall wellness with a leading functional dentist
- Discover the impacts of empowering healthcare - explore the importance of the mind-body connection through the eyes of a holistic pediatrician
- Hear from a pediatric chiropractor and craniosacral fascial therapist to best understand the fascia system and its relationship with our body’s functionality
- Observe live oral motor and craniosacral fascial therapy sessions
- Gain insight from therapeutic & surgical laser experts - learn the basics of laser physics including CO2 laser fundamentals and the therapeutic effects of photobiomodulation (PBM) for patients on a cellular level
- Listen to candid conversations to dispel tongue tie myths, address the disconnect in the field and talk about the importance of honoring anatomical and physiological normalcies
- Uncover the transformative shifts during the 4th trimester with a renowned midwife and doula - learn how to best communicate with new parents as they navigate a new world
- Learn about ankyloglossia inheritance, research and presentation patterns
- Explore Dr. Pinto’s research-backed, mindfulness-based frenulum assessment protocol to avoid misdiagnosis and overdiagnosis of tongue and lip ties
- Understand the importance of a functional feeding evaluation when making treatment recommendations and a collaborative approach to support diagnosis and outcomes
- Appreciate how pediatric physical, occupational, speech and feeding therapy services can benefit little ones with various presentations
- Learn about frenectomy considerations, preparation, stabilization and surgical technique for infants and toddlers - including complex, challenging cases
- Realize the properties of oral wound healing and how to revolutionize post-operative care guidelines
- Hear directly from parents and witness the impacts of updated and expanded care
