FAQ

  • How does the course work?

    This online course is made up of video segments on each topic in the curriculum. You will also have access to free downloads and resources!

  • Who should take this course?

    If you have been breastfeeding or pumping, and will be returning to work after almost 9+ months of maternity leave, this course will help you get ready! Whether you want to continue to breastfeed, wean completely, or something in between, we can help!

  • How long do I have access to the content?

    Access to your course never expires, so the content can be reviewed again and again as needed!

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Welcome to Back to Work & Breastfeeding

    • Before we begin...
  • 2

    Figure out your Breastfeeding & Weaning goals

    • Figure out your Breastfeeding and Weaning Goals
  • 3

    Back to Work and Breastfeeding

    • When to start preparing for Back to Work
  • 4

    What about weaning?

    • Do I need to wean daytime feeds?

    • How do I wean daytime feeds?

    • Check with health care provider for specific recommendations for baby!
  • 5

    What about pumping?

    • Don’t forget to pump!

    • What about return to work before a year?

    • What rights do pumping moms have?

    • Reminders!

    • Thanks!
  • 6

    Printable Resources

    • Back to Work Reminders

    • Pumping tips

    • Breastmilk Storage Guidelines

    • PRINTABLE POSTER "Pumping in Progress"

    • Return to Work Policies and Recommendations

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Instructor(s)

Founder

Angela Grant Buechner, BA, BScN, RN, IBCLC

Angela is a Registered Nurse, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Doula, owner & founder of Nutmeg Consulting in Toronto, Canada, and has now created her newest baby, the Virtual Academy!! Angela is an expert in her field, and provides honest, funny, and relatable information for today's parents! As a specialist in Breastfeeding she understands the importance of providing NON-JUDGMENTAL support to help you reach YOUR own personal breastfeeding goals. Angela has worked at major urban teaching hospital in the NICU since 2000 as a bedside nurse and Lactation Consultant. She started her private practice in 2010 doing in-home Lactation/Breastfeeding support visits and pregnancy/birth support as a doula. Since 2015, she has grown her team to include 18 amazing professionals who support new families all over the Toronto area. Angela is the mother of three exclusively breastfed children and she knows the benefits and rewards of breastfeeding, but also understands that there are often challenges to overcome. Angela has also worked as a Birth Doula since 1998, and has attended over 100 births. Angela has experienced 2 un-medicated vaginal births and a wonderful cesarean birth, and believes in support for all types of birth, feeding and parenting.