Labor symptomatology Labor stages Breastfeeding Myths and truths about breastfeeding Breastfeeding benefits for mother and baby What Ιnternational Οrganizations recommend / How IASO supports and promotes these recommendations Anatomy / Breast milk production mechanism Preparation of breasts / nipples during pregnancy The importance of first contact between mother and baby / Breastfeeding within the first hour after birth The importance of the baby staying with the mother 24/7 (rooming-in) Instructions for successful breastfeeding / Video screening Collection / Storage of breast milk Information about the dedicated hotline Tour of the Clinic facilities

When must breastfeeding start? Does breastfeeding require preparation? Is the milk quantity adequate? How often does a baby need to be fed? How long does breastfeeding last? What is the proper breastfeeding technique? What is the right breastfeeding position? How will I know if the baby is full?

Explanations to important issues

Treatment for sore, inverted or flat nipples Breast engorgement Mastitis Nutritional needs of the mother If mothers can engage in other activities

Pre-birth & After-birth Seminars

IASO Thessalias, responding to the needs of every expectant mother for proper information and preparation, holds informative meetings on topics related to fetal development, childbirth, infant care, nutrition and breastfeeding.

Get informed by the experienced Midwives of our Clinic about the stages and progress of childbirth, with the safety and certainty offered by IASO Thessalias, as well as about the care of your baby.

The Lactation Consultant, having many years of practical experience, answers every question and prepares expectant mothers for the unique experience of breastfeeding.

In addition, the Nutritionist of IASO Thessalias focuses on advice, so that every pregnant woman has the opportunity to be fully informed about a balanced diet that is specifically addressed to the needs during pregnancy, and then during breastfeeding.

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For babies:
For mothers:

Breast milk has all the necessary nutrients in the right proportion
It is digested more easily
It contains all the essential amino acids for the development of the baby’s brain and nervous system
There is less of a chance of gastrointestinal, respiratory and ear infections
There is less of a chance of the baby developing diabetes and proteinuria
Food allergies are rare
It delays the development of dermatitis
It has amazing emotional benefits
Breastfeeding helps mothers respond immediately to their baby’s cues, interpret them, recognize their needs and satisfy them

There’s no need for preparation
Economical and organic food
Faster weight loss due to more calorie burning
Less of a chance of developing breast cancer, endometriosis, osteoporosis
Fast uterine involution
Feeling of tranquility and relaxation
Finding out about the normal changes occurring to the body and how these are associated with production
Understanding the significance of early initiation of breastfeeding within the first hour after childbirth and the beneficial effect of skin-to-skin contact with their baby
Comprehending the significant role of rooming-in 24/7 for successful breastfeeding and for solidifying the bond with their baby.

What the seminar covers

Seminar topics
- Labor symptomatology
- Labor stages
- Breastfeeding
- Myths and truths about breastfeeding
- Breastfeeding benefits for mother and baby
- What Ιnternational Οrganizations recommend / How IASO supports and promotes these recommendations
- Anatomy / Breast milk production mechanism
- Preparation of breasts / nipples during pregnancy
- The importance of first contact between mother and baby / Breastfeeding within the first hour after birth
- The importance of the baby staying with the mother 24/7 (rooming-in)
- Instructions for successful breastfeeding / Video screening
- Collection / Storage of breast milk
- Information about the dedicated hotline
- Tour of the Clinic facilities
Answers to questions
- When must breastfeeding start?
- Does breastfeeding require preparation?
- Is the milk quantity adequate?
- How often does a baby need to be fed?
- How long does breastfeeding last?
- What is the proper breastfeeding technique?
- What is the right breastfeeding position?
- How will I know if the baby is full?
Explanations to important issues
- Treatment for sore, inverted or flat nipples
- Breast engorgement
- Mastitis
- Nutritional needs of the mother
- If mothers can engage in other activities

At IASO Thessalias, we have the pleasure of welcoming more than 1,500 babies every year, for more than 12 years, and we feel proud of the care provided by the experienced Midwives of our clinic to new mothers and newborns.

Expectant mothers, at IASO Thessalias the well-informed health professionals will make sure you feel ready and safe for the miracle you are expecting!

The meetings are two days long and take place every Tuesday and Wednesday, between 17:00 – 19:00, in the spacious hall of the Auditorium, on the ground floor of the Clinic, where personal protection measures are strictly observed.

The number of participants is limited and priority will be given.

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