Beyond the Bump & Infant Feeding Basics-Breast & Beyond

A Comprehensive Postpartum Planning Workshop

Ideal for families who have prepared for childbirth and are now looking ahead to the fourth trimester—the early postpartum phase. This workshop is for anyone who’s ever thought:

“Why didn’t anyone tell me this before?”

Led by the compassionate team at Doula Duo Inc. alongside Simone Coulter, RN, BScN, IBCLC of Full Circle Lactation, this workshop — Beyond the Bump & Infant Feeding Basics — covers everything you didn’t know you needed to know about life after baby arrives:

• Physical recovery after birth: what’s normal, what to expect, and how to support healing
• Emotional recovery & mental health: navigating mood changes, overwhelm, and identity shifts
• Self-care strategies for both the birthing person and their partner
• Baby care basics: practical skills and confidence-building for the early days
• Feeding overview: tips on newborn feeding cues, latch positioning, pumping basics, and bottle-feeding options
• Support system planning: how to build your “village” before you need it.

Why is this class different?

• Evidence-based content focused entirely on the postpartum experience
• Real talk about what actually happens after the baby is born
• Inclusive learning: one registration covers both the birthing person and their partner
• Led by experienced postpartum doulas who have supported hundreds of families through these exact transitions.

Infant Feeding Basics-Breast & Beyond

Simone Coulter, RN, BScN, IBCLC of Full Circle Lactation will guide you through what to expect with infant feeding in the first weeks of life and beyond — including antenatal colostrum collection, how to choose the right breast pump for your body, lifestyle, and feeding goals, and how to feel confident and supported in your feeding journey. Partners and support people are encouraged to attend.

You’ll learn about:

• Normal newborn feeding behaviour
• How to recognize early hunger cues
• Effective latching and positioning techniques
• Signs of effective breastfeeding/chestfeeding
• Managing common challenges such as non-latching babies, nipple pain or damage, engorgement, and short or long feeds
• How to protect and support your milk supply
• Safe formula preparation and use
• Alternative feeding methods
• Pumping basics

The Takeaway

You’ve prepped for the birth—now it’s time to prep for what comes next.

Beyond the Bump & Infant Feeding Basics will leave you feeling informed, supported, and ready for the incredible (and sometimes overwhelming) journey of early parenthood.

*Reserve your spot early—space is limited, and each class is kept intimate for personalized support.

*Class fee covers birthing person and your partner.