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In person visits with lactation consultants can be very helpful. But not everyone has access to a lactation consultants. There is also so much information to learn, it's helpful to have a foundational understanding of breastfeeding basics so, if and when you can see a lactation consultant for hands-on help, things make more sense. Better Breastfeeding is a web-based online breastfeeding course and self-assessment system that provides over 6 1/2 hours of tutorials and learning guides to provide you with comprehensive breastfeeding support. This information can help you know what to expect when you are breastfeeding so you can identify issues early on. The Virtual Breastfeeding Specialist can guide you through a self-assessment and provide helpful recommendations to support you in your breastfeeding journey. You can also print and share your reports with your doctor or lactation consultant. Using the Better Breastfeeding platform can help you trouble-shoot most breastfeeding issues at your own pace.

Most of the time, you and your baby won't see your pediatrician or OB/Gyn's for your first visit until 4-6 weeks after you give birth. But most breastfeeding issues arise early, within the first few weeks. If these issues are not addressed effectively early on, your ability to breastfeed can be impacted for the long run. First time moms and expectant parents are especially vulnerable, because they don't have the benefit of comparison to breastfeeding other children.

Additionally, most doctors don't receive specialized training in breastfeeding medicine. In fact, breastfeeding has not traditionally been part of medical training. Depending on your doctor's training and advice, their advice can be confusing.

Better Breastfeeding is an online breastfeeding course and so much more. It can teach you all about breastfeeding basics and also provides the bench marks to help you meet your breastfeeding goals.

Tracking apps can help you keep track of what your baby is taking in and putting out, but they don't usually let you know what the range of normal should be. Our Wellness Check-Ins provide daily guidelines so you know what to expect from you and your baby, such as how many wet diapers your baby should have, how much breast milk or formula they need, if you are making enough milk, what your milk supply should actually be, how often you should nurse, etc. You can also print out the Daily Checklist and fill in the blanks to keep a written record that you can store and share with your healthcare provider or lactation consultant. Some parents find that a tracking app is hard for other caregivers to use or they find it easier to keep track on paper. The Daily Checklists can also be used in conjunction with a baby tracking app.

If you are an expectant parent or pregnant with your first baby, signing up for Better Breastfeeding during your third trimester can give you a head start on learning all the amazing things to expect. You can learn at your own pace with our online course from your own home.

If you've already had your baby, signing up early can help assure you that things are going well or alert you to potential problems when there is still time to fix things. Using our online course, you will find answers to common questions, like "Does my baby have a good latch?", "Am I making enough milk?", and "How can I increase my milk supply?"

If you run into problems or want to make sure things are progressing as they should, the Virtual Breastfeeding Specialist can help guide you to next step anytime you need help. Better Breastfeeding is more than just a breastfeeding class. It can support you through your whole breastfeeding journey.

Breastfeeding is a dynamic process that can change almost daily, especially in the early months. If this is your first baby, it may take time to get into a rhythm and understand all the information the site has to offer. The Wellness Check-Ins also give you daily guidelines to make sure you and your baby are meeting your breastfeeding goals. Better Breastfeeding can provide breastfeeding support through your whole breastfeeding journey.

No. Better Breastfeeding is not a Telehealth service, but it is a helpful support system that can provide you all you need to learn breastfeeding basics and trouble-shoot problems, should they arise. It is an online breastfeeding course, baby tracker, and Virtual Breastfeeding Specialist all in one. Watch over 6 1/2 hours of original content video tutorials that are medically based and clinically informed. The platform can also guide you through self-assessments and provides recommendations to help support you and your baby in your breastfeeding journey in the comfort of your own home. You can print the reports generated by the Virtual Breastfeeding Specialist and share them with your doctor, health care practitioner, and lactation consultants.

Better Breastfeeding is an online breastfeeding course and web-based application with tutorials, tracking, and self-assessment. There are currently no Telehealth options, but you can use it in conjunction with your lactation consultant, doctor, or other health care professionals.