What is needed for this training:
You just need to have a passion for the breastfeeding/Lactation topic and want to help families through this crucial time in their life when more than just breastfeeding is needed. There are no prerequisites and no requirements of college or background in lactation although basic breastfeeding classes are recommended.
See the Breastfeeding for Professionals class also provided here.
Where and how long is this training:
Depending on which training you sign up for this training can be in person, Live via zoom, or prerecorded and done at your pace online. We are based out of Florida however, we travel and train in person all over the country! From Alaska, to Hawaii, Florida , California and the northeast! If you don’t see a location close to you or that you want to travel to, message us to find out how we can come to you.
The In person training is 4 hours, the virtual ones vary depending on class size and if you are doing it at your own pace!
What is included in this training:
CEU’s and a certificate of attendance will be provided.
What does this class cover?
Module One
Pumping & Supplementing, Why?
This advanced class is a great addition to anyone who has some basic breastfeeding training. With pumping and the need to supplement babies more and more frequently is a sign of the times.
This training will help you work through the myths, give the most up to date information and helpful hints, tips and hacks that I have used and learned to help new parents understand how to best meet the feeding goals they have for their new babies.
Module Two
How & When to Pump?
Come and learn the different types of pumps available, the basic ins and outs of them and what you need to know to recommend what may work best for clients.
Module Three
What about Exclusive Pumping?
We cover many reasons why parents want to pump, from building supply to having had a premature baby to not wanting to breastfeed at all, but wanting the baby to get human milk. Sometimes achieving that can be challenging so we cover some hacks to make it more manageable for clients.
Module Four
Understanding Challenges
We will discuss the most common challenges parents face when pumping for any reason, and some solutions to help them stay organized and have a smooth process!
Module Five
Tools & Tips
We will go over lots of different options for milk storage, organization, travel with breastmilk and building supply!
Frequently Asked Questions
about lactation training, birthwork, & more
Questions about the Pumping for Professionals training:
The Pumping for Professionals training is 4 hours at minimum when doing an in person training. Virtual and at your own pace will depend on the participants.
This training expands your knowledge about pumping, types of breastpumps, how to use them, helpful hints and tips and tricks to make it go smoothly for your clients.
This is a great expansion on the breastfeeding for professionals training where pumps are only covered in a basic way. This delves deeply into the world of breastpumps and how to support clients to be successful.
Absolutely. I often have people who aren’t sure if they will even be able to do this work and if it is a good time for them. You can reach out and let us know your concerns and we will help brainstorm with you and make sure you understand everything. It is important you feel safe and understood when signing up for such an important workshop.
General questions about trainings with Ruth:
Once your registration is complete, if you haven’t paid online you will be contacted to pay how it works for you. Once paid, you will get a welcome letter with details about the course within a week as well as what you need to know before the course.
We travel and train all over the country. We have gone to Alaska, California, Hawaii, Montana, Georgia, Illinois, Arizona, Florida, Virginia, Connecticut and New York! We are always looking to expand!
You can check the schedule if there is something close to you, if there isn’t and you want to bring a training to your area, reach out to the office and let them know what training you are looking at, your location and if you have an idea when you would like the training to come to you.
Yes. Currently, we offer four different options to take the training.
1) In person at different locations around the country
2) Virtual training done via Zoom
3) Prerecorded trainings where you watch videos at your own pace
4) Private training where you schedule with the trainer virtually or in person when it works for both of you.
What do I do if I have more questions?
Always reach out and ask. It is important to us that you are comfortable with us and you know your voice matters and is heard when taking any of our workshops.