From decreased cancer risks to smarter infants, recent studies emphasize the health benefits that breastfeeding provides to both children and mothers. Oakland County Health Division's Breastfeeding Classes For Mother and Baby offers many suggestions that will help you gain these health benefits and more. These classes are taught by a Public Health Nurse and are held at several locations throughout Oakland County. Bring your baby with you to meet and share with other breastfeeding mothers.
Topics include breastfeeding techniques, solutions to common problems, growth and development of the breastfed infant, use of a breast pump and how mothers can care for themselves.
For more information about the Breastfeeding Classes For Mother and Baby or to enroll, please call 248-858-4003, or Toll Free 1-888-350-0900, ext. 84003