Breastfeeding

Masks are optional for participants and instructors.

This class will prepare you for a successful and rewarding breastfeeding experience.

Topics include:

• Latching
• Positioning
• Supply
• How often and how long to feed
• How to avoid common problems

Class cost includes a hard copy workbook and accompanying WebApp for access to additional online videos and birth preparation resources. 

Class fee includes participant and one support person. Support persons are encouraged to attend.

Class length: 1 class session, 3 hours long

Class cost: $79

When you attend a childbirth education class with Inova Well, you know you are going to receive:

• Reliable, research and experienced based information
• An intimate environment where you can feel comfortable asking all your questions
• Compassionate instructors with many years of experience taking care of moms and babies
• Classes scheduled for days and times that are tailored to your busy life
• All the quality and standards you expect from the Inova Health System

Room: Lower Level Classrooms 1 and 2

Instructor: Kerri Bundy

Who should enroll: Expectant mothers 18 and older ONLY. Class fee includes participant and 1 adult partner. Coaches are encouraged to attend.

Area of Interest: Childbirth Education

Location notes: Our new location is across the street from the Inova Fairfax Hospital Emergency Room

Parking notes: Plenty of free parking - do not park in reserved spaces

Public transportation: Yes

Handicap access: Yes

Refund policy: To obtain a refund for any Childbirth Education classes, a request must be submitted at least 24 hour prior to the start of the class. Inova Well reserves the right to cancel classes due to low enrollment, inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances. To reschedule or request a refund in these situations call 571-472-1400, option 2. Classes not rescheduled within 30 days of cancellation will automatically be refunded to the credit card used for registration. Inova Well will accommodate class transfer requests whenever possible, however, transfers are not guaranteed. All registrants are entitled to ONE transfer per class. Repeated request for transfers will not be granted. For our full cancellation policy, click here.

Weather policy: Information about cancellations due to inclement weather or an area emergency can be obtained by calling the Inova Well weather hotline at 571-472-1438. Class cancellations do not always follow local public-school closings. To reschedule or request a refund for cancellation due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances call 571-472-1400, option 2 or email myinovawell@inova.org. Classes not rescheduled within 30 days of cancellation will automatically be refunded to the credit card used for registration.

What to bring:

Please feel free to bring a snack and drink to class for your enjoyment.

Please bring a printed or electronic copy of your confirmation email to your class.