Hi! I'm Alina.

Thompson Method Breastfeeding Educator

Alina Kruse

Certified Thompson Method Breastfeeding Educator

You don't have to figure out breastfeeding alone.

I'm Alina, a certified Thompson Method Breastfeeding Educator and mother to 5 wonderful children.

I help women prepare for birth and breastfeeding, so they have the knowledge and confidence to be in control, based on the gentle, evidence based approach of The Thompson Method.

When you work with me, you will feel more empowered to be in control of your labor, birth and breastfeeding experience so that you can breastfeed as long as you choose, full of confidence and pain-free!

Whether your estimated due date is just around the corner or still months away, I have a program to suit, so that you enter your unique journey prepared and full of confidence.

You deserve a beautiful breastfeeding journey.

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How I can support you...

The Beautiful Breastfeeding
Program

Interactive group or private sessions to teach you and your partner The Thompson Method—so you're prepared for a gentle, pain-free breastfeeding experience.

Session Topics

Session 1: Preparing for Birth & BreastfeedingUnderstand how your labour and birth experience can influence your breastfeeding journey, and feel prepared to advocate for your and your baby's needs.

Session 2: Establishing BreastfeedingKnow what to do immediately after birth so you're less likely to have to feed your baby formula and more likely to begin your breastfeeding journey pain-free.

Session 3: Sustaining BreastfeedingDiscover key principles to reducing volume-related complications and understand how to regulate your milk volume if any challenges arise.

Session 4: Preventing Painful Nipple TraumaLearn a gentle positioning method to help avoid or relieve painful, grazed, or damaged nipples—even if you've previously experienced nipple pain or trauma.

What's Included

● Small group interactive sessions

● Regular "Ask a Midwife" Zoom calls

● 1 week of Postnatal breastfeeding support

● Bonus programs for your healthcare team, your partner, family members and in-laws.

● Lifetime access to The Thompson Method Online Breastfeeding Program with 24/7 guidance and support in the Breastfeeding Club.

Options

● 4 x 60min weekly sessions (online or in-person)

● 2 x 120min sessions (Fast Track!)

● 1:1 Private sessions also available

● Online or In-Person Sessions available

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The Thompson Method Online Program

A self-guided program that helps prevent common complications so you can breastfeed for as long as you choose—full of confidence and free from pain.

What's Included

● The TTM online Breastfeeding Course

● Lifetime membership to the Breastfeeding Club

with 24/7 guidance and support

● The "3 Golden Hours" Quick-Start Video Series

● Shortcut Blueprint to Pain-Free Breastfeeding

● Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Q&A Libraries

Please note the online program is entirely self-guided. If you would prefer to have someone walk you through the program, the Beautiful Breastfeeding Program is a better option for you!

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More support available...

One-on-One Breastfeeding Consultation

Receive gentle guidance and non-judgemental support for your specific breastfeeding challenges.

Complications I Can Address

● Painful, cracked, or bleeding nipples

● Milk volume concerns (both low and high)

● Engorgement and/or mastitis

● Difficulty with expressing

● Distracted or sleepy babies

● Colic or reflux

● Twins, NICU babies, or those with tongue- or lip-tie concerns

● Past experience with breastfeeding complications

● Challenges related to breast surgery; insufficient glandular tissue, hyperplasia, or tubular breasts; large breasts or flat or inverted nipples

What's Included

● 1:1 Online Breastfeeding consultation by Skype (allow 90 mins)

● 45-minute follow-up session (included)

● 14-day email support in our Premium Support Rescue Group

● Optional: Lifetime access to The Thompson Method Online Breastfeeding Program and

● 24/7 ongoing guidance and support in the Breastfeeding Club

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What is The Thompson Method?

It's breastfeeding education based on 50 years experience and PhD research from Dr Robyn Thompson, Midwife, researcher, breastfeeding specialist and nipple trauma expert.

In Dr Robyn's PhD research, painful nipple trauma was the number one reason why women felt forced to give up breastfeeding.

Which leads to an important question...

What is The Thompson Method?

It's breastfeeding education based on 50 years experience and PhD research from Dr Robyn Thompson, Midwife, researcher, breastfeeding specialist and nipple trauma expert.

In Dr Robyn's PhD research, painful nipple trauma was the number one reason why women felt forced to give up breastfeeding.

Which leads to an important question...

Why do so many women experience painful nipple trauma in the early postnatal period, on discharge from hospital?

Well, hospitals are busy institutions. Their policies do not always appear to be in the best interests of breastfeeding mothers and their babies.

Hospital policies often place strict and unrealistic time constraints on the professionals working within the system.

This often leads to a recommendation of Induction of labour, which may not always be necessary, with the added element of fear and coercion.

Finally, in an attempt to "get the baby on the breast" before they are discharged, forceful techniques are commonly taught, which significantly increases the risk of painful nipple trauma.

I’m passionate about helping YOU be the mother you were born to be.

What happens when we work together?

You'll learn the gentle, proven method that has helped 10,000s of women around the world with guidance from me.
You'll receive step by step guidance on how to create your unique birth & breastfeeding plan with Dr Robyn’s very own 'Birth & Breastfeeding Plan Template' (which works if you’re planning a C-Section too)
You'll understand what leads to painful and stressful complications so that you can avoid them
You’ll feel fully prepared for your birth and breastfeeding journey, so that you can breastfeed for as long as you choose, full of confidence and free from pain.

**I loved guiding these women.**

Racheal S.

This method is amazing! I started it when my son was 3 weeks old due to his reflux issues. It turns out that everything the hospital told me to do was causing these issues. Within 2 weeks on The Thompson Method, my baby no longer had those issues.

Bianca

This program was a lifesaver. The Thompson Method provided me with education and guidance for my pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding that none of my medical providers did. I have had the experience I always imagined and dreamed of ... no issues latching, no nipple trauma, have not had to use a nipple shield, did not have to supplement with formula, have had no supply issues and my babe has gained weight beautifully!

Aliah E.

Our journey thus far has been so beautiful! My little man latches himself, we adore the rest and digest snuggles, and I am celebrating pain-free feeding and having helpful strategies to deal with a bit of engorgement as my milk was coming in.

**I loved guiding these women.**

Racheal S.

This method is amazing! I started it when my son was 3 weeks old due to his reflux issues. It turns out that everything the hospital told me to do was causing these issues. Within 2 weeks on The Thompson Method, my baby no longer had those issues.

Bianca

This program was a lifesaver. The Thompson Method provided me with education and guidance for my pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding that none of my medical providers did. I have had the experience I always imagined and dreamed of ... no issues latching, no nipple trauma, have not had to use a nipple shield, did not have to supplement with formula, have had no supply issues and my babe has gained weight beautifully!

Aliah E.

Our journey thus far has been so beautiful! My little man latches himself, we adore the rest and digest snuggles, and I am celebrating pain-free feeding and having helpful strategies to deal with a bit of engorgement as my milk was coming in.