Classes and Events
Breastfeeding In-Person Class
Basic breastfeeding tips for moms-to-be.
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Presented by Sharp Mary Birch Hospital
This in-person class teaches the basic skills for successful breastfeeding so you can feel more comfortable and confident once your baby arrives.
Topics covered include:
- Advantages of breastfeeding
- Breastfeeding basics
- Positioning
- Proper latch-on
- Breast pumping/types of pumps
- Tips for going back to work
- Nursing bras
- Time for questions and answers
This class is free for Sharp Health Plan Insurance members and offered at a discount for Sharp HealthCare employees. To take advantage of any of the discounts above, please call us at 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277), Monday through Friday, from 7 am to 7 pm.
Can't attend in person? We also offer this class as a live webinar. Please go to Breastfeeding Webinar for more information and to register.
Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel your registration for this event, please call 1-800-827-4277 Monday through Friday, 7 am to 7 pm, or log in to your account to cancel online.
Parking Information
Parking is available in the lot surrounding the building. You will receive a voucher for free parking during class.
Special Instructions
- This class requires only one registration per couple
- If the minimum class size requirement is not met, you may be contacted regarding a cancellation or to reschedule. Contact 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277) for rescheduling options
- Student Observation: If you are not an expectant parent and need to observe a class, approval must be obtained prior to attendance. Please be advised that any paid registration for observation purposes will not be refunded. To obtain approval, please call 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277) and you will be referred to the appropriate location.
Presenter Information
This class is taught by a certified perinatal or lactation educator.
Arrival
Keep our community healthy
We’re excited to return to in-person classes, but we need your help. Please do not attend if you have any symptoms of illness.
If you are attending the class at Sharp Grossmont Hospital for Women & Newborns, all visitors age 18 and older are required to present a government-issued photo ID upon arrival.
What to Bring
We encourage you to have a support person with you at the class.
Course Recommendations
We recommend you take this class 3-4 weeks prior to your due date.
