Exciting News from Beyond Birth Lactation Services (BBLS)! We are thrilled to share some fantastic news from our partners at Beyond Birth Lactation Services! This vital organization has been an incredible support for families navigating the early stages of parenthood, and now, BBLS is making their services even more accessible by accepting Medicaid! Whether you’re a new parent or experiencing challenges with breastfeeding, their expert team is ready to support you every step of the way.
After months of renovations, they have also moved to a new, beautiful space! Any future appointments will be at: 1911 Hillandale Rd, Ste. 1010, Durham, NC 27705!
They also now have a Mama/Baby Boutique with lots of items for mama & baby! Stop by to check it out when you’re in the area.
Check out their upcoming classes below! (Most classes are covered by most major insurances, unless stated otherwise).
To register for any of these classes, please text the BBLS Chat Line (919) 413-6484 or email: support@beyondbirthlactation.com.
Baby Wearing Classes (in person) – appropriate for infants 0-3 months
Did you know baby wearing has 100’s of benefits besides convenience?
- Enhances cognitive development
- Reduces crying by up to 43%
- Stabilizes child’s heart rate & body temperature
- Aides in muscle strengthening
- Stimulates motor development
- Helps alleviate symptoms of postpartum depression
Saturday, April 12, 2025: 10:00 am
Newborn Sleep 101 (virtual)
This 1-1.5 hour Virtual Newborn Sleep Class is designed to help you navigate your newborn baby’s sleep from 0-4 months, know what to expect, and be fully prepared for these first few months. You will leave the workshop with the confidence and knowledge on how to set healthy sleep foundations right from the start. Covered topics:
- Newborn sleep science
- Day/night confusion
- Crying, colic, witching hour
- Soothing a fussy newborn
- Establishing daytime/nighttime routines
- Sleepy/tired cues and wake windows
- Short naps and how to help baby sleep in the crib
- Swaddling and transitioning out of the swaddle
- Tummy time
- *The 4 month sleep regression Q & A session
Thursday, March 20, 2025: 1:00pm EST
Pumping 101 (virtual)
Pumping can sometimes be stressful & confusing as a new parent. Our Pumping Specialist offers virtual pumping classes to set you & your baby up for success, before coming in for a flange fit session.
- Importance of regularly replacing pump parts & how often
- Proper positioning of body
- Alignment of flanges & utilizing pumping bras correctly
- Why getting properly sized matters in obtaining the most milk per session
Offered weekly at Monday 11:30am or Thursday 5:30pm EST
To register for any of these classes, please text the BBLS Chat Line (919) 413-6484 or email: support@beyondbirthlactation.com.