Breastfeeding Education for Pregnant Women with Diabetes 7th January 2027
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The lowdown
About this eventThis breastfeeding workshop is for pregnant women with diabetes, including gestational diabetes. A member of the lactation team will lead the session, with practical information to help you prepare for breastfeeding your baby.
Sessions run on Thursdays from 12 noon to 1:30 pm.
This workshop covers information specific to diabetes and breastfeeding. We also recommend attending our Positive Breastfeeding class or Breastfeeding Information Session for general information about breastfeeding.
What we’ll coverWhy breastfeeding is particularly helpful when you have diabetes Building your confidence with hand expressing Collecting and storing colostrum before your baby’s birth Skin-to-skin contact straight after birth Helping your baby feed often and well Managing low blood sugar in your baby and reducing the need for separation What to expect if your baby needs care in the Special Care Nursery Breastfeeding resources and support
Cost and bookingsBookings are essential. Free if you have a Medicare card and are giving birth at Westmead Hospital $35 if you don’t have a Medicare card and are giving birth at Westmead Hospital $55 if you’re giving birth at another hospital
One ticket covers you and your partner or support person. They’re welcome to attend and don’t need a separate ticket.
Questions?Speak with our team by email wslhd-westmead-parentingeducation@health.nsw.gov.au
Where to rock up
Westmead Hospital Education and Conference Centre, Entrance 4, Level 2, Cnr Hawkesbury Road and, Darcy Rd, Westmead NSW 2145, Australia, Sydney
