This program teaches nursing and lactation staff specific, research-based techniques to help mothers overcome the most common early breastfeeding challenges.

Modules Include:

1. Newborn Challenges includes sleepy baby, jaundice, avoidance behaviors, oral structure variations, late preterm infant; solutions include skin-to skin care, laid-back breastfeeding, cup and finger feeding, frenulotomy, asymmetrical latch, milk expression

2. Maternal Challenges includes flattened and inverted nipples, Lactogenesis II, nipple pain, parent fatigue; solutions include reverse pressure softening, position and latch, nipple shields

3. Milk Production and Transfer challenges include perceived insufficient milk supply, maternal health and delayed or low milk production; solutions include the process of lactation, signs of milk transfer, guidelines for expressing via hand or breast pump

4. Discharge Planning challenges include engorgement, plugged ducts, mastitis; solutions include promoting milk flow, managing breast fullness, reducing discomforts, when to call a healthcare professional, mother-care, breastfeeding resources