The Care Connection

CPR for Infants & Children
2021-11-01 18:00 - 20:00, 2021-11-06 09:00 - 11:00, 2021-11-29 18:00 - 20:00, 2021-12-04 09:00 - 11:00, 2021-12-14 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-01-08 09:00 - 11:00, 2022-01-18 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-02-19 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) and 1 more date | Care Connection, 1360 N. Forest Rd, Suite 111, Williamsville, NY, 14221, United States
A two hour American Heart Association Friends & Family CPR course for infants and children.
This is a limited, in person class, held at the Care Connection. It is small by design in order to provide personal attention as well to adhere to the Covid-19 Guidelines. Masks are required, social distancing and health screening will be in place. Please call with any questions you may have and to reserve you place in this class. 716-725-6370.
YOU WILL LEARN:

Life-threatening emergencies and the chain of survival for all ages.
Prevention of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, injuries, and choking.
CPR and relief of foreign-body airway obstruction for infant and child victims.

** Introductory course – not a Certification course.
Cost: $30 per ADULT
Classes are taught by a Certified American Heart Association Instructor
This class may be covered by your insurance. Click here to confirm your coverage

Preparing to Breastfeed Your Newborn (Part 1)
2021-11-09 17:00 - 19:00, 2021-11-23 17:00 - 19:00, 2021-12-07 17:00 - 19:00, 2021-12-14 17:00 - 19:00, 2022-01-11 17:00 - 19:00, 2022-01-25 17:00 - 19:00, 2022-02-08 17:00 - 19:00, 2022-02-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Online Via Zoom
This class is being offered online via the zoom video conferencing platform.
Breastfeeding mothers need all the support they can get! Our class will offer you dozens of professional video clips, utilizing a state of the art DVD to follow along with instructor curriculum, step by step instructions, printouts, and weblinks. All Care Connection classes are small by design in order to provide personal attention.

Breastfeeding is the healthiest way to feed your baby. This natural but learned experience is made easier if you know what to expect! An experienced nurse practitioner/certified lactation consultant will help prepare you to breastfeed your baby during the first few weeks of life. Your partners are a GREAT SUPPORT and are welcome to join the class.
We will discuss:

Breastfeeding’s amazing health benefits for you and your baby
How breastmilk is made
What to expect in the hospital – “the first hour” with your newborn
Getting off to a good start, positioning and latch-on tips
How to identify hunger cues from your baby
How to know that your baby is getting enough milk
Dealing with newborn sleepiness, fussiness, and growth spurts
When pumping, supplementing and pacifiers are needed in the early weeks
Avoiding problems for new moms such as nipple pain or engorgement
Resources available to help when you have a question

We want to SUPPORT you in your breastfeeding journey! Our lactation consultants are available to help you with any questions or concerns. Please do not hesitate to call The Care Connection.
And, don’t forget about our second class, “Part II: Breastfeeding Beyond the Newborn Period”. You and your baby are invited to join a discussion and explore how breastfeeding evolves and life continues!
Cost: $50 per couple
Classes are taught by a Care Connection IBCLC Lactation Consultant.
This class may be covered by your insurance. Click here to confirm your coverage

Breastfeeding Beyond the Newborn Period (Part 2)
2021-11-17 09:30 - 11:00, 2021-12-08 09:30 - 11:00, 2022-01-18 09:15 - 11:00, 2022-02-15 09:15 - 11:00 | Online Via Zoom
This class is being offered online via the zoom video conferencing platform.
Cost: $30 covers both Mom and baby
Best taken at 3 weeks postpartum
Our most popular class! In just a few short weeks, new moms begin to consider how breastfeeding will fit into their busy lives. Join one of our nurse practitioners/certified lactation consultants to explore options as you prepare for this next phase with your baby!
We will discuss:

How and when to use your breast pump
How to store, freeze and defrost expressed breastmilk
Planning your return to work, whether virtual or away from home
Scheduling supplemental bottles and meals when needed
Managing growth spurts and milk supply concerns
Expected breastfeeding changes as your baby develops
Resources available to help when you have a question

This class may be covered by your insurance. Click here to confirm your coverage.
For questions or to register for the class, call 716-725-6370 or contact us.

Happy Baby
2021-11-18 18:00 - 20:00, 2021-11-20 09:00 - 11:00, 2021-12-02 18:00 - 20:00, 2021-12-18 14:15 - 16:15, 2022-01-06 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-01-15 14:15 - 16:15, 2022-02-03 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-02-19 14:15 - 16:15 | Online Via Zoom
This class is being offered online via the zoom video conferencing platform.
Are you ready to be a parent?
Sleepless nights, crying baby, marital stress… Learn an extraordinary approach to calm your baby. New and expectant parents will learn step-by-step how to help baby sleep longer and how to soothe even the fussiest infant…in minutes!
Class information includes:

The missing 4th trimester
The calming reflex
The 5 ‘S’s
The Cuddle Cure

Class includes your choice of “The Happiest Baby on the Block” DVD and Soothing Sounds CD – a $40 value!
Cost: $50 per couple
This class may be covered by your insurance. Click here to confirm your coverage.
For questions or to register for the class, call 716-725-6370 or contact us.

Preparing to Breastfeed Your Twins
2022-02-01 17:00 - 19:00 | Online Via Zoom
Breastfeeding mothers need all the support they can get! Our class will offer you dozens of professional video clips, utilizing a state of the art DVD to follow along with instructor curriculum, step by step instructions, printouts, and weblinks.
THIS CLASS IS CUSTOMIZED TO INCLUDE INFO SPECIFIC TO CARING FOR TWINS!!!
All Care Connection classes are small by design in order to provide personal attention.
How Breastfeeding Works:

Breastfeeding is natural, the early weeks, how your breasts make milk, the letdown reflex, how your milk changes, special situations
Latching on and positioning
Getting off to a good start, mother & baby positioning, latching on, breastfeeding holds, and feeding patterns

When To Feed Your Baby:

Hunger signs, crying patterns, sleepy eaters, pacifiers and bottle feeding.
How much Is enough?
How to know that your baby is getting enough milk, counting diapers, weight gain, feeding log, jaundice.
Breast Care: breast fullness, expressing your milk by hand, engorgement, blocked ducts, nipple care, sore & cracked nipples, and breast infection.

Breastfeeding Lifestyle:

Taking care of yourself, family planning, diet for breastfeeding mothers, returning to work, expressing and storing your milk.

Cost: $50 per couple
Classes are taught by a Care Connection IBCLC Lactation Consultant.
This class may be covered by your insurance. Click here to confirm your coverage
