Let's get you ready to breastfeed your baby
Simply Breastfeeding is an online course that helps moms breastfeed with less stress and more joy.
on-demand learning
from the comfort of your home.
down-to-earth teaching
from a real breastfeeding expert
videos of real moms nursing
to help you perfect your positioning.
Most expecting moms think
breastfeeding happens naturally.
Truth is - while it is natural, breastfeeding is usually not easy.
Our babies are born without an immune system or the ability to create immunity on their own.
Our breast milk is their only real defense against the outside world. But, here's the thing about breastfeeding: It can be devastating for moms who don't have proper knowledge and support. I know, because I was one of them.
As a registered nurse and certified nurse-midwife, my job was to deliver babies. Yet, when I gave birth to my first child, I was shocked at how unprepared I was to breastfeed her.
Prepare to breastfeed.
Having accurate information and positive support is the only way to make informed choices for yourself and your baby and I believe everyone deserves to have that. This course was made for you and is the result of 30 years of experience that I've gathered as a medical provider, an educator, and a mom.
So, don't worry —
Hi! I’m Shari Criso, the founder of My Baby Experts.
I've helped hundreds
of thousands of moms achieve their goals.
I get you. I got you.
You’ve got this.
You will learn how to...
In just 12 lessons
Prepare for your first feeding
Master a pain-free latch
Know that your baby got enough
Recognize baby's hunger cues
Maximize your milk supply
And more...
Start learning.
See what our students are saying!
You also get game-changing bonuses.
What should I know about breastfeeding + COVID-19?
Can I take this online course instead of the breastfeeding class at the hospital?
Yes! Simply Breastfeeding is a comprehensive course that covers everything you need to know to get started with breastfeeding along with visual demonstrations so you'll know you're doing it right.
Won’t help from the hospital nurse or midwife be enough to help me breastfeed?
Even under normal circumstances, nurses aren’t trained adequately about breastfeeding and can even give incorrect advice and create unrealistic expectations that lead to breastfeeding problems in the future. Even if you are fortunate enough to get good help, you will be sent home before many of the potential difficulties occur.
That’s precisely why we created this course. While most parents prepare for the delivery, very few prepare at the same lengths for feeding their babies. With proper training and dozens of videos of real moms breastfeeding at your fingertips, you’ll be fully prepared to overcome any challenges you might face. Knowledge is power, mama!
Couldn't I just read a book instead?
There are lots of good books about breastfeeding. What they lack, though, are video tutorials and demonstrations of moms breastfeeding correctly. In my three decades of experience, it’s these visuals that make all the difference in successfully equipping moms to breastfeed.
Should my spouse or partner watch the course with me?
Yes, yes, yes!! Partners often feel helpless when moms struggle to breastfeed their babies. By sharing this knowledge with them, they feel empowered to help. And, frankly, they often have a better angle to see what’s gone awry. We encourage couples to treat this course just as they treat a birthing course: It’s absolutely essential.
What if I’ve already had my baby? Is it too late for this course?
Absolutely not! You will find tremendous value in the content covered throughout the program, even if your baby has already been born. Often it is the lack of knowledge about the most basic facts that will steer you off course unnecessarily.
COVID-19 has created a lot of concern and worry for
new and expecting moms.
BREASTFEEDING HELPS KEEP YOU AND YOUR BABY HEALTHY
Stronger Immunity
When you breastfeed, you pass along antibodies and healthy bacteria that protect your baby from all sorts of infections from the past or that you're both exposed to in the present.
Higher IQ
Studies indicate that breastfeeding has a positive effect on a baby's brain and nervous system development, resulting in higher IQ scores and fewer behavior and learning problems as they grow older.
Boosted Development
Your baby will experience better tooth, facial, and muscle development with breastfeeding, often equating to advanced speech capabilities and less chance of needing orthodontic care.
Reduced Health Risks
Breastfeeding reduces your baby's risk for short- and long-term issues, such as gastrointestinal problems (gas, diarrhea, reflux), asthma, eczema, food allergies, and even leukemia and SIDS.
It can be life-saving for you, too.
When you breastfeed your baby, you may experience decreased postpartum bleeding, easier weight loss, a reduced risk of postpartum depression, and cost savings of up to $3000 per year in formula costs alone.
Breastfeeding is also associated with a risk reduction of certain types of cancer in women, as well as many other chronic and life-threatening diseases.
COVID-19 has created a lot of concern and worry for new and expecting moms.
BREASTFEEDING HELPS KEEP YOU AND YOUR BABY HEALTHY
Giving birth during uncertain times feels scary,
but you can protect your baby.
Nothing like giving birth in a pandemic, amen? It's going to be ok and it's not. What I mean is, COVID-19 is going to exasperate problems that already exist in maternity units around the nation. Pre-pandemic, nurses didn't have enough time to spend with moms during the earliest, most defining moments of their breastfeeding journeys. They have even less time now. Which is crushing, because —
Breast milk is the best way to protect babies from illness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know about breastfeeding + COVID-19?
Can I take this online course instead of the breastfeeding class at the hospital?
Yes! Simply Breastfeeding is a comprehensive course that covers everything you need to know to get started with breastfeeding along with visual demonstrations so you'll know you're doing it right.
Won’t help from the hospital nurse or midwife be enough to help me breastfeed?
Even under normal circumstances, nurses aren’t trained adequately about breastfeeding and can even give incorrect advice and create unrealistic expectations that lead to breastfeeding problems in the future. Even if you are fortunate enough to get good help, you will be sent home before many of the potential difficulties occur.
That’s precisely why we created this course. While most parents prepare for the delivery, very few prepare at the same lengths for feeding their babies. With proper training and dozens of videos of real moms breastfeeding at your fingertips, you’ll be fully prepared to overcome any challenges you might face. Knowledge is power, mama!
Couldn't I just read a book instead?
There are lots of good books about breastfeeding. What they lack, though, are video tutorials and demonstrations of moms breastfeeding correctly. In my three decades of experience, it’s these visuals that make all the difference in successfully equipping moms to breastfeed.
Should my spouse or partner watch the course with me?
Yes, yes, yes!! Partners often feel helpless when moms struggle to breastfeed their babies. By sharing this knowledge with them, they feel empowered to help. And, frankly, they often have a better angle to see what’s gone awry. We encourage couples to treat this course just as they treat a birthing course: It’s absolutely essential.
What if I’ve already had my baby? Is it too late for this course?
Absolutely not! You will find tremendous value in the content covered throughout the program, even if your baby has already been born. Often it is the lack of knowledge about the most basic facts that will steer you off course unnecessarily.