Facilitator Training

“This program has been game changing. I can’t believe how deep and thorough it is, in looking at every aspect of what parents go through postpartum. It’s exactly what I was looking for!”

Facilitator workshops are two day events that aim to create a layered learning experience, empowering participants to walk away ready to immediately use the Bridge to Breastfeeding program, and its many techniques and tools with families.

BtBf Facilitator workshops are approved for 12 CERPs from IBLCE.

Upcoming Events

  • May 2024 Facilitator Training [Augusta GA]

    May 18, 2024 10am-6pm

    May 19, 2024 Noon-5pm

    Join us in person to become a Facilitator for Bridge to Breastfeeding!

  • Sept 2024 Facilitator Training [Cary, NC]

    10/21/23 10am-6pm

    10/22/23 Noon-5pm

    Join us in person to become a Facilitator for Bridge to Breastfeeding!


Bridge to Breastfeeding In Person Facilitator Training
Mar
23
to Mar 24

Bridge to Breastfeeding In Person Facilitator Training

This will be in person at 160 NE Maynard Rd in Cary, NC on March 23-23, 2024.

  • 10am to 6pm EST Saturday

  • Noon to 5pm EST Sunday

Comprehensive Facilitator Workshop

Join this training to become a Facilitator for this flagship program!

Over the course of a weekend, join a group of other deeper thinking professionals who wish to improve prenatal breast/chest feeding preparation for birthing families. This program, developed by Doulas and an IBCLC, is appropriate for all certified or licensed professionals working with families prenatally.

We will meet, in Cary NC from

  • 10am to 6pm EST Saturday

  • Noon to 5pm EST Sunday

There will be a mixture of lecture, role play, small group discussion, and self facilitation throughout our time together. This training is amazing continuing education, but is also much more than that. You will walk away with all the materials needed to facilitate this program with families yourself!

You will need to be able to attend in person for this workshop.

This workshop has been approved for 6 L-CERPs and 6 R-CERPs from IBLCE!

This Workshop will be $525. Registration closes March 15. Contact Us with questions or support with travel and lodging.

Too often professionals feel ill equipped to fully prepare families prenatally to find ease in establishing breast/chest feeding. They see families struggle unexpectedly and need better tools to avoid overwhelm, reduce complications, and fill gaps in time until an IBCLC can be seen. Bridge to Breastfeeding is a unique program that walks families through holistic preparation for the postpartum period.

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Bridge to Breastfeeding Virtual Facilitator Training
Jan
19
to Jan 20

Bridge to Breastfeeding Virtual Facilitator Training

This will be held virtually on January 19 and 20, 2023

  • 10am to 6pm EST Friday

  • 12pm to 5pm EST Saturday

Comprehensive Facilitator Workshop

Join this training to become a Facilitator for this flagship program!

Over the course of a weekend, join a group of other deeper thinking professionals who wish to improve prenatal breast/chest feeding preparation for birthing families.

We will meet, virtually, from

  • 10am to 6pm EST Friday

  • 12pm to 5pm EST Saturday

There will be a mixture of lecture, role play, small group discussion, and self facilitation throughout our time together. This training is amazing continuing education, but is also much more than that. You will walk away with all the materials needed to facilitate this program with families yourself!

You will need a computer or large tablet with a camera and a strong internet connection to attend this workshop. This program, developed by doulas and an IBCLC, is appropriate for all certified or licensed professionals working with families prenatally.

This workshop has been approved for 6 L-CERPs and 6 R-CERPs from IBLCE!

This Workshop will be $525. Registration closes Jan 13. Contact Us with questions or support with travel and lodging.

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Postpartum Transitioning               -for Parents
Dec
2
to Dec 3

Postpartum Transitioning -for Parents

Mental, emotional, and logistical preparation for the process of establishing a breastfeeding relationship.

Join us for a unique experience of working through the Bridge to Breastfeeding program to prepare for every element of the postpartum period while establishing breastfeeding.

This is two 3 hour classes (6 hours total), during which we will cover

  • How birth effects breastfeeding

    • maximizing the benefits of birth choices while minimizing potential negative affects on breastfeeding

  • How to prepare mentally and emotionally for the intensity of life with a newborn

  • How to prepare and support your body for postpartum and lactation

  • How to set up your support network to fit your feeding goals

  • How to prepare your home for the transitional phase and juggling new demands

    • everything from product choices to furniture arrangement to distribution of responsibilities

  • Overcoming challenges through adaptivity and resilience

At the end of all this, you will have the tools and support to create a Vision or “Breastfeeding Plan,” similar to a Birth Plan, that will facilitate communicating your wants, wishes, and desires to all your care providers.

The goal of Bridge to Breastfeeding is to develop realistic expectations of the postpartum window of time, during which breastfeeding is being established, to allow you to be present and so that this fleeting time with your newborn can be enjoyable.


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Bridge to Breastfeeding In Person Facilitator Training
Oct
21
to Oct 22

Bridge to Breastfeeding In Person Facilitator Training

This will be in person at 160 NE Maynard Rd in Cary, NC on Oct 21 and 22, 2023

  • 10am to 6pm EST Saturday

  • Noon to 5pm EST Sunday

Comprehensive Facilitator Workshop

Join this training to become a Facilitator for this flagship program!

Over the course of a weekend, join a group of other deeper thinking professionals who wish to improve prenatal breast/chest feeding preparation for birthing families.

We will meet, in Cary NC from

  • 10am to 6pm EST Saturday

  • Noon to 5pm EST Sunday

There will be a mixture of lecture, role play, small group discussion, and self facilitation throughout our time together. This training is amazing continuing education, but is also much more than that. You will walk away with all the materials needed to facilitate this program with families yourself!

You will need to be able to attend in person for this workshop. This program, developed by doulas and an IBCLC, is appropriate for all certfiied or licensed professionals working with families prenatally.

This workshop has been approved for 6 L-CERPs and 6 R-CERPs from IBLCE!

This Workshop will be $525. Registration closes Oct 13. Contact Us with questions or support with travel and lodging.

This Workshop will be $525. Registration closes October 13. Contact Us with questions or support with travel and lodging.

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Oct
14
to Oct 16

Facilitator Virtual Weekend Workshop

Become a Facilitator for Bridge to Breastfeeding!

  • 5pm to 8pm EST Friday evening

  • 10am to 5pm EST Saturday

  • Noon to 5pm EST Sunday

This has been approved for 15 CERPS from IBLCE.

Join this training to become a Facilitator for this flagship program!

Too often professionals feel ill equipped to fully prepare families prenatally to find ease in establishing breast/chest feeding. They see families struggle unexpectedly, even after taking a class prenatally, and need better tools to help parents be prepared for all of the logistics of the early days with their baby and infant feeding goals. Families and their support network do not know how to fill the gaps between when challenges arise and an IBCLC can be seen. Join a group of other deeper thinking professionals who wish to improve prenatal breast/chest feeding preparation for birthing families. This one time, reduced fee, $250 virtual workshop is a unique opportunity to be part of field testing the facilitation process.

We will meet, virtually, from

  • 5pm to 8pm EST Friday evening,

  • 10am to 5pm EST Saturday

  • Noon to 6pm EST Sunday

There will be a mixture of lecture, role play, small group discussion, and self facilitation throughout our virtual time together. If you choose to gather a small group in person, to participate as a team, we suggest groups of 3. Each attendee will need to register individually. This course includes all materials needed for mentoring future families/clients into their vision for nurturing their babies. You will need internet access and the ability to join via video (Zoom) connection. Printing materials sent ahead of time is also advised.

All currently scheduled virtual workshops and their related fees are listed below. All times are in EST.
This has been approved for 15 CERPS from IBLCE.

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Virtual Bridge to Breastfeeding Facilitator Training (Opening Workshop)
May
13
to May 15

Virtual Bridge to Breastfeeding Facilitator Training (Opening Workshop)

  • 5pm to 8pm EST Friday evening

  • 10am to 5pm EST Saturday

  • Noon to 5pm EST Sunday

Opening Workshop

Join this training to become a Facilitator for this flagship program! Too often doulas feel ill equipped to fully prepare families prenatally to find ease in establishing breast/chest feeding. They see families struggle unexpectedly and need better tools to fill gaps in time until an IBCLC can be seen. Over the course of a weekend, join a group of other deeper thinking professionals who wish to improve prenatal breast/chest feeding preparation for birthing families. This one time, reduced fee, $150 virtual workshop is a unique opportunity to be part of field testing the facilitation process.

We will meet, virtually from

  • 5pm to 8pm EST Friday evening,

  • 10am to 5pm EST Saturday

  • Noon to 5pm Sunday

There will be a mixture of lecture, role play, small group discussion, and self facilitation throughout our virtual time together. If you choose to gather a small group in person, to participate as a team, we suggest groups of 3. Each attendee will need to register individually. This course includes all materials needed for mentoring future families/clients into their vision for nurturing their babies. You will need internet access and the ability to join via video connection.

All times are in EST.

This has been approved for 15 CERPS from IBLCE

To register, click on the date (May 13) below and choose “continue.”

There are other dates available, as well. Cost will vary with time and testing.

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Bridge to Breastfeeding Informational Session
Apr
13

Bridge to Breastfeeding Informational Session

Join us for a free virtual 90 minute gathering to hear more about the Bridge to Breastfeeding program, what it involves, and how to be included in this exciting new approach to prenatal breastfeeding education!

All times are EST.

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Bridge to Breastfeeding Informational Session
Mar
15

Bridge to Breastfeeding Informational Session

Join us for a free virtual 90 minute lunch and learn to hear more about the Bridge to Breastfeeding program, what it involves, and how to be included in this exciting new approach to prenatal breastfeeding education!

All times are EST.

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Bridge to Breastfeeding Information Session
Feb
13

Bridge to Breastfeeding Information Session

Join us for a free virtual 90 minute lunch and learn to hear more about the Bridge to Breastfeeding program, what it involves, and how to be included in this exciting new approach to prenatal breastfeeding education!

All times are EST.

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