Donna Bruschi

This one-hour class is for parents of 4-8 month old babies--no matter how you are feeding them--breastfeeding, bottle feeding and/or pumping for breast milk feeding. Sign up for this workshop in your second month after birth to take this workshop between 4 and 6 months. This is a fun and informative class about introducing your little person to big people food. Donna's approach helps you and your baby nurture a healthy relationship with food, reduces risk of allergies and ignites a sense of adventure for both you and your infant. We will discuss signs of readiness, allergies and sensitivities, family recipes, global flavors, and tricks and tips for getting your baby off to a great start. We cover and compare the three schools of first foods: 1. Purees 2. Graduating texture and size 3. Baby Led Weaning You will leave the class with new recipes for the whole family and be inspired to go home and get cooking! Class will include some cooking demos, samples and optional participation. This class provides an overview of: -Identifying baby's readiness for first foods -Choosing nutritious options and key nutrients -Preparing first foods (Optional hands-on participation!) -Nurturing an adventurous and confident eater -Gain confidence and know that you are providing safe foods and good nutrition from the very start. Knowing how to start means you will feel confident feeding your baby when they show readiness.

Express Yourself Pumping Class teaches mothers and parents the fundamentals of effective milk expression through hands-on instruction. Learn the new FITS flange fitting techniques to maximize comfort and output, Try on flanges to find your best fit guided by a certified FITS trained lactation consultant. 1. Master hand expression methods for flexibility and relief. 2. Colostrum Harvesting for postpartum use. 3. Gain confidence and skill in your pumping routine. This class covers equipment selection, troubleshooting common challenges, and strategies to support your breastfeeding journey. Whether you're pregnant, returning to work or seeking confidence, you will develop the skills and knowledge to express milk successfully. BONUS: Includes one complementary set of flanges (or flange inserts) that fit and feel like gentle tugging or nothing at all and give your best sprays yet.