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Breastfeeding for Beginners

Free

with Erin Kirkpatrick, Mid Coast Maternity

Calendar Jan 12, 2026 at 6 pm
1 additional session on Apr 12, 2026

Join us for a 3 hour virtual session loaded with all the info you will need to get breastfeeding off to a great start! 

Topics will include: 

  • What to do to prepare during your pregnancy
  • How to get a good latch
  • How to establish a strong milk supply
  • How to navigate bumps in the road
  • How to introduce pumping and bottlefeeding
  • Postpartum resources available 
  • So much more!

Partners are encouraged to be present as well but do not need to be registered. We recommend taking this between 30-35 weeks if possible. Join us to feel empowered about starting your feeding journey!

You will receive an email from the instructor with a zoom link 1 week prior to the scheduled class. Please check your spam/junk folder for emails from erin@lighthouselactationmaine.com

 

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Food for Health

Free

with Tim Howe MD, MaineHealth Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick

Calendar Jan 13, 2026 at 6:30 pm
4 additional sessions through May 12, 2026

A FREE monthly series that provides cooking demonstrations and education showing how chronic disease can be prevented, treated and even reversed with a plant-based diet for an overall healthier lifestyle.

Presentations by Timothy Howe, MD

Food Demonstrations by Sheryl McWilliams RN, MPH and Lyn Howe, MPH

  • January 13: How Diet Affects Autoimmune Disease
  • February 10: Perfect Health Depends Upon Perfect Circulation
  • March 10: Protein: The Good, The Bad and The Better!
  • April 14: Cancer: How Lifestyle Affects Our Chance of Getting It & How to Minimize the Risk
  • May 12: Your Brain: How Lifestyle Affects Your Thoughts & Brain Health

MaineHealth Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick, Teaching Kitchen, 329 Maine Street in Brunswick

Registration is required.

Understanding Breastfeeding

Free

with Candace Crocker BSN RN IBCLC, LincolnHealth Childbirth Education

Calendar Jan 22, 2026 at 4 pm

Our classes reflect Lincoln Hospital's dedication to our philosophy of family-centered care.  Classes are taught by an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant from the family birth center who will bring her knowledge and experience to her teaching.  We will review how milk is made, why breastfeeding is so important, feeding cues and positions and so much more.  We use short videos and discussion to ensure you and your baby are off to a great start!  Also covered is prenatal colostrum harvesting as well as hand expression, pumping and storage of breastmilk.  The class is informal and allows for open discussion.  Please call the Lincoln Hospital Family Birth Center for questions at:  207.563.4536

Infant Care Basics

Free

with Erin Kirkpatrick, Mid Coast Maternity

Calendar Jan 25, 2026 at 3 pm
1 additional session on Apr 20, 2026

In this 3 hour virtual course, we talk about how to care for your newborn when you bring them home, what to expect during the first few months, and how to be well prepared. Topics include: 

  • Sleep habits
  • Laying a strong sleep foundation
  • Bottle and formula feeding (separate breastfeeding class)
  • Diapering & Digestion
  • Soothing techniques
  • Safety Guidelines
  • Common ailments
  • Postpartum Coping and Preparation

We recommend taking this between 30-35 weeks if possible. Only one parent needs to register, but all can attend. Please join us to build your confidence in caring for your newborn!

You will receive an email from the instructor with additional info 1 month prior to the scheduled class and an email with a zoom link 1 week prior to the scheduled class. Please check your spam/junk folder for emails from erin@lighthouselactationmaine.com in these time frames.

Will run

Understanding Breastfeeding

Free

with Candace Crocker BSN RN IBCLC, LincolnHealth Childbirth Education

Calendar Mar 4, 2026 at 4 pm

Our classes reflect Lincoln Hospital's dedication to our philosophy of family-centered care.  Classes are taught by an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant from the family birth center who will bring her knowledge and experience to her teaching.  We will review how milk is made, why breastfeeding is so important, feeding cues and positions and so much more.  We use short videos and discussion to ensure you and your baby are off to a great start!  Also covered is prenatal colostrum harvesting as well as hand expression, pumping and storage of breastmilk.  The class is informal and allows for open discussion.  Please call the Lincoln Hospital Family Birth Center for questions at:  207.563.4536

Understanding Breastfeeding

Free

with Candace Crocker BSN RN IBCLC, LincolnHealth Childbirth Education

Calendar Jun 4, 2026 at 4 pm

Our classes reflect Lincoln Hospital's dedication to our philosophy of family-centered care.  Classes are taught by an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant from the family birth center who will bring her knowledge and experience to her teaching.  We will review how milk is made, why breastfeeding is so important, feeding cues and positions and so much more.  We use short videos and discussion to ensure you and your baby are off to a great start!  Also covered is prenatal colostrum harvesting as well as hand expression, pumping and storage of breastmilk.  The class is informal and allows for open discussion.  Please call the Lincoln Hospital Family Birth Center for questions at:  207.563.4536

Understanding Breastfeeding

Free

with Candace Crocker BSN RN IBCLC, LincolnHealth Childbirth Education

Calendar Sep 3, 2026 at 4 pm

Our classes reflect Lincoln Hospital's dedication to our philosophy of family-centered care.  Classes are taught by an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant from the family birth center who will bring her knowledge and experience to her teaching.  We will review how milk is made, why breastfeeding is so important, feeding cues and positions and so much more.  We use short videos and discussion to ensure you and your baby are off to a great start!  Also covered is prenatal colostrum harvesting as well as hand expression, pumping and storage of breastmilk.  The class is informal and allows for open discussion.  Please call the Lincoln Hospital Family Birth Center for questions at:  207.563.4536

Understanding Breastfeeding

Free

with Candace Crocker BSN RN IBCLC, LincolnHealth Childbirth Education

Calendar Oct 29, 2026 at 4 pm

Our classes reflect Lincoln Hospital's dedication to our philosophy of family-centered care.  Classes are taught by an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant from the family birth center who will bring her knowledge and experience to her teaching.  We will review how milk is made, why breastfeeding is so important, feeding cues and positions and so much more.  We use short videos and discussion to ensure you and your baby are off to a great start!  Also covered is prenatal colostrum harvesting as well as hand expression, pumping and storage of breastmilk.  The class is informal and allows for open discussion.  Please call the Lincoln Hospital Family Birth Center for questions at:  207.563.4536





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