Appointment Description

A prenatal consultation will lay the groundwork for your breastfeeding journey and allow you to discuss any possible concerns you may have. This consultation would include nipple measurement, flange fitting and understanding the art of hand expression, which is especially useful to kickstart your breastfeeding journey. It is ideal for mothers who have approached their 30th week of pregnancy and/or had a previously challenging breastfeeding journey or other breast anomalies (i.e., breast reductions, enhancements, flat or inverted nipples etc.).

When Can You Start

You may book a consultation anytime between your 30th to 36th week of pregnancy.

Consultation Style & Format

As this is a private consultation, one of our Lactation Specialists will meet with you physically at the Hegen Lactation Centre or virtually via Zoom. Partners are welcome.

Consultation Fees & Duration

S$100.00 / hour (Physical or Virtual) - Weekdays

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Appointment Description

A postnatal consultation provides practical assistance and services for breastfeeding-related concerns anytime from your child's day of birth. The consultant will observe a feed/pump session from start to finish and offer a plan of action or suggest management strategies you can apply.

This is ideal for mothers who have challenging breastfeeding experiences (i.e. blocked ducts, mastitis, low supply, breast anomalies) or requires professional lactation advice.

When Can You Start

You may book a consultation anytime from your hospital discharge date.

Consultation Style & Format

As this is a private consultation, one of our Lactation Specialists will meet with you privately at the Hegen Lactation Centre or virtually via Zoom. Partners are welcome.

Consultation Fees & Duration

S$100.00 / hour (Physical or Virtual) - Weekdays

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Appointment Description

A postnatal consultation provides practical assistance and services for breastfeeding-related concerns anytime from your child's day of birth. The consultant will observe a feed/pump session from start to finish and offer a plan of action or suggest management strategies you can apply.

This is ideal for mothers who have challenging breastfeeding experiences (i.e. blocked ducts, mastitis, low supply, breast anomalies) or requires professional lactation advice.

When Can You Start

You may book a consultation anytime from your hospital discharge date.

Consultation Style & Format

As this is a private consultation, one of our Lactation Specialists will meet with you privately in the comfort of your own home. Partners are welcome.

Consultation Fees & Duration

(min. 90 minutes)

S$240.00 / 90 minutes - Weekdays

S$340.00 / 90 minutes - Weekends

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* FULLY BOOKED, WAITLIST AVAILABLE *

Thank you for your interest in our Childbirth Preparation Class. Currently, the classes are fully booked till November 2022. To join the waitlist, click here and we will be in touch with you as soon as slots are available.

Course Description

The Childbirth Preparation class is one of the popular antenatal classes designed to equip you and your partner to be confident about pregnancy, labour, and baby care. It also includes antenatal classes in Singapore.

Course Structure

Part 1: Antenatal Preparation

Diet and Nutrition during Pregnancy and ConfinementBasic Antenatal ExercisesCoping with Labour PainTypes of Pain-Relief Used in LabourNatural Breathing Techniques for LabourLabour RehearsalTypes of Delivery: Normal, Assisted and Caesarean SectionPostnatal Nursing Care

Part 2: Postnatal Preparation - Caring for Your Newborn

How to hold your newborn in a safe wayHow to bathe your newborn (includes diaper changing; cleaning of the umbilical cord; and swaddling)How to calm a crying babyBasic first-aid for newborns

Part 3: Postnatal Preparation - Infant Feeding

(A): Breastfeeding

Anatomy & Physiology of LactationStages of Breastmilk ProductionInfant Stomach CapacityOptimal Latching and Feeding PositionsAlternative Feeding Methods (i.e. spoon, cup, syringe and tube feeding)Management of Breastfeeding Challenges during the first 2 weeks of breastfeeding (i.e. Sore nipples, breast engorgement, plugged milk ducts, mastitis, low supply etc.)Techniques for Hand ExpressionUsage of Breast Pump and Handling of Expressed Breastmilk

(B): Bottle-feeding

Managing breast and bottle-feedingNormal Bottle-Feeding Technique vs. Paced Bottle-Feeding TechniqueSafety tips when feedingSterilisation and use of infant feeding equipment

(C): Weaning (the introduction of solids at the 6th months mark)

Basic Concepts of WeaningWhen, What and How to Introduce Solid FoodsManaging Allergies & Food Reactions

When Can You Start

Ideal for expectant parents in their 30th week of pregnancy as the workshop will equip you and your partner to be confident about labour and beyond.

Class Size and Format

We offer private, one-on-one physical classes.

Duration

4 hours

Course Description

The Basic Caring For Your Newborn class is a curated selection of the most indispensable knowledge and skills you need to know before your baby arrives.

The Intensive Caring For Your Newborn class is the ultimate antenatal class combining the essential aspects of baby care, including sleep and development.

Feel confident and equipped to care for your baby with your partner immediately with the class.

Course Structure

Part 1: Feeding & Elimination (Basic & Intensive)

How To Tell If My Baby Is Getting Enough Breastmilk/Formula Milk?BurpingNewborn FeedingNewborn Bowel Movements

Part 2: Bathing and Care (Basic & Intensive)

How to care for an Umbilical CordHow to Swaddle a NewbornHow to Change a DiaperHow to Get A Newborn Dressed

Part 3: Sleep (Intensive-class only)

Creating a Bedtime RoutineSafe SleepBreastfeeding and SleepUnderstanding Sleep Training

Part 4: Development (Intensive-class only)

How to Soothe Your Crying BabyResponding To Your Infant's CuesBasic First-Aid for Newborn

When Can You Start

Expectant parents are encouraged to attend this during the third trimester of pregnancy as the workshop will enable couples to feel prepared and confident when caring for their newborn.

Class Size and Format

We offer private, one-on-one physical classes.

Duration

Basic - 2 hours (Weekdays)

Intensive - 4 hours (Weekdays / Weekends)

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Course Description

The Back-To-Work Breastfeeding Class empowers nursing mothers with the necessary skills and management strategies to continue breastfeeding and successfully transition back to work.

Course Structure

Part 1: Establishing A Pumping Discipline

How to create a work pump scheduleEstablishing a milk bank before returning to workTechniques for pumping on the goUnderstanding pump settings for optimal pumping

Part 2: Management Strategies

How to get a caregiver/infant care to offer a bottleHow to manage a "nursing strike" and "nipple confusion"Techniques for overcoming dipped and/or low supplyTechnique for hand expression

Part 3: Storage and Sterilising Guide

How to sterilise and store expressed breast milk on-the-goAssembling a pump bag

(Exclusive for Private Classes) The consultation session will include

Assessment of breast conditionRe-assessment of nipple measurement and flange fittingCustomised pump settings and proposed pump scheduleHands-on practice for management strategies

When Can You Start

Nursing mothers are encouraged to attend this one month before returning to work to have sufficient time to practice and apply techniques learnt during the class. It also ensures your child has enough runway to transition and simulate a feeding schedule during a workday.

Class Size and Format

We offer private, one-on-one physical classes.

Duration

3 hours

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