Welcome! to the Breastfeeding Before Baby program
Learn how to confidently breastfeed and avoid all the obstacles BEFORE your baby is born
I wish I had a program like this when I was pregnant because waiting until after birth and figuring it out as you go is really overwhelming!
And doesn't always work out
This program is for you if...
You know you want to breastfeed your baby but you’re feeling a little lost about it all
You don’t want to rely on the hospital staff to teach you what you need to know before discharge
You don't want to deal with plugged ducts, mastitis and painful latches
You've been asking your friends for advice but it's just making you confused or worried about your supply or possible problems
You don’t want to leave your breastfeeding fate in the hands of your care providers
You know it might not come naturally to you
You're ready right now to learn more about breastfeeding your baby and how to get off to a successful start!
If even just one of those sounds like you then keep reading because I am so excited to share The Breastfeeding Before Baby Program with you!
As a mom I struggled with breastfeeding my first child, so I know just how hard it can be…
And unfortunately, breastfeeding might not come naturally. It takes practice, patience, the right information and support
Expecting breastfeeding to come naturally or just winging it might not work out for you
And waiting until after your baby is born to learn all about it can feel really overwhelming
It’s time you feel confident about your body’s ability to breastfeed, and introduce yourself to the right information to have a successful breastfeeding experience.
Milk supply. Hand expression. Hunger cues. Cluster feeding. Latching. Supply and demand.
My head was spinning as a brand new mom! Because it's a lot! But these are all key concepts to understand to help you feel less worried and more confident. We will cover all of it inside this course!
Hi! I'm Alex Wachelka, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and mother of two
When I was pregnant with my first child, I took a prenatal breastfeeding class. It was an in person class and I was 38 weeks pregnant at the time.
During the class, I started having Braxton Hicks contractions. So many in fact, that I couldn't even pay attention to the class
I spent most of the time bouncing on a birthing ball
A few weeks later, I gave birth to my first baby boy and it changed the trajectory of my life in more ways than one.
Once he finally arrived in this world, my breastfeeding experience did not begin smoothly at all.
I found myself Googling everything as a new mom and felt confused about whether or not I should trust the information I was reading (partially because I missed out on the class)
But also because there’s so much conflicting information online about pregnancy, parenthood, newborns and breastfeeding that it’s overwhelming!
But I knew I wanted to breastfeed. I had a deep desire to provide him with my milk.
My body was going to automatically make it
It was going to be the best start for him nutritionally
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and it would provide a beautiful foundation to build our relationship on..
but I was extremely unprepared for the challenges and nuances of the breastfeeding relationship
I became a Lactation Consultant after the birth of my first child because I didn’t have the kind of support I needed when I was breastfeeding my first baby and I don't think any mom should have to experience what I did
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Are you ready to feel more confident when it comes to "what to expect" about breastfeeding?
Why you need this course, especially if you're giving birth in the hospital
Because the hospital staff may not have as much time to devote to you and your new baby as you need ⬇️
Breastfeeding may not come naturally ⬇️
Because you can learn so much AHEAD of time that you'll leave your birth team impressed ⬇️
What you need for breastfeeding success is confidence in yourself and an understanding of your body, your baby and how breastfeeding and milk supply work
Here’s exactly what you get when you join the Breastfeeding Before Baby Program ⬇️
4 modules with the RIGHT information you won't get from social media
Module 1
All about how your body is changing to prepare to feed your baby including why your areolas are getting so dark and why your breasts are so tender (and what's up with the veins)
Module 2
Learn about newborn behaviours including normal eating and sleeping patterns, how to tell if they're getting enough and what cluster feeding means (and how to survive it)
Module 3
All about the latch. How to get a comfortable latch including some common positions and how to troubleshoot if your baby isn't latching (because it's a system that's supposed to work)
Module 4
How to spot red flags that mean you need the 1:1 support of a lactation consultant and how to overcome and prevent common challenges like painful latches, engorgement and low milk supply (because I've been there and it's tough!)
Access to downloadable handouts
Keep these on the fridge or your bedside table so you don't have to Google. You'll have access to hunger cues, diaper output (and what baby poop should look like) stomach size as your baby grows, what to do if you're being separated from your baby after birth, how to manage engorgement and mastitis, signs of tongue tie and more!
Additional guides and resources
Including building a breastfeeding station, a checklist to determine if you have any risk factors for low supply, and some discounts on postpartum healing items because my passion is to guide you through your journey into breastfeeding.
If you're expecting to breastfeed your baby and you're ready to invest the time and effort into preparing (just like you are for labour and birth) then this is the program for you!
Whether you are:
Birthing at the hospital
Birthing at home
Under the care of Midwives
Under the care of an OB
Have a Doula or don’t have a Doula
The Breastfeeding Before Baby Program will take you by the hand and teach you exactly what to expect when it comes to breastfeeding to help you feel more confident about feeding and understanding your new baby
Don’t wait until your baby is here, it’s 3am and your baby is crying and refusing to latch
And then hope Dr Google has the answers. Set yourself up for success now with this program
This work is my passion and purpose and I cant wait to support you!
Your IBCLC & Breastfeeding Problem Solver,
Alex Wachelka
Your Investment
for forever access to everything inside this program
$97 CAD pay in full or 3 payments of $33
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FAQs
Won't I just learn this at the hospital?
You may have an amazing hospital lactation consultant come visit you but they'll only get a few minutes with you, which is not enough to help you through any challenges you might be having.
Newborns need to eat 10+ times per day and knowing how to latch your baby, tell if they're drinking enough, avoid pain and troubleshoot along the way will help you feel so much more confident than waiting and hoping the hospital lactation consultant can teach it all to you.
How do I know if this program is right for me?
You are expecting to breastfeed your first baby (or breastfeed for the first time) and are overwhelmed with all of the information available online or you think the hospital will have enough time to teach you after birth.
You think breastfeeding will just come naturally or that you can wing it.
You feel anxious about whether or not you'll have enough milk for your baby.
You have questions and don't know where to go for the right answers...then this is the right course for you!