May 26th - 2 Weeks to 2 Months: The Postpartum Period
Liz Flight, RN, IBCLC will lead a discussion on the importance of the immediate postpartum period and beyond. Come get tips for successful breastfeeding, bonding, self care and transitioning. Liz has worked as a lactation consultant helping moms and babies breastfeed for over 30 years. She is the mother of three grown, breastfed children, and a Navy wife who understands the needs of the military family. She is a career nurse who has worked in labor and delivery, postpartum and the nursery. Come share an evening with Liz as you prepare for the physical and emotional transition of life with a new baby.
7:00p.m.
Location: Tidewater Lactation Group
6353 Center Drive - Building #8 (Xerox Building)
Second Floor Conference Room
Norfolk, VA 23502
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May 5th - International Day of the Midwife
Celebrate Midwives in Tidewater the entire month of May! We are looking for volunteers again this year to set up pre-made display's at our area libraries. Consider donating a little of your time to this project to help us educate the community and support our local midwives. Contact Laura Geimer for details: laurageimer@gmail.com
Sponsor a library display for only $25 - What a great way to show your appreciation for YOUR favorite midwife or show off your business logo or family name in support of evidence-based maternity care! Donations help fund our efforts and defray the cost of printing for the many informative hand outs we make available for the display. Help spread the word about midwifery! Contact Jennifer Green for details or to reserve the library of your choice: jennqgreen@verizon.net
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