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Breastfeeding Academy

Be a changemaker for women and their babies 

When you become a Thompson Method Educator or Practitioner,
you join a movement that's improving breastfeeding outcomes around the world.

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Doors are currently closed for Educators. Join the TMBE waitlist to be notified when the next round of enrolments are opening.  Anticipated March 2026

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The Thompson Method Breastfeeding Academy 

Be a changemaker for women and their babies 

When you become a Thompson Method Educator you join a movement that's improving breastfeeding outcomes around the world by teaching Dr Robyn's prevention-first, gentle method.

JOIN THE WAITLIST ⟩

Doors are currently closed for Educators. Join the waitlist to be notified when the next round of enrolments are opening.  

Estimated March 2026.

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For many women, breastfeeding isn't truly an option.

That's because many of them are discharged from hospital having been taught forceful techniques and breastfeeding "education" that's out-of-date and inconsistent.

Evidence shows these methods can lead to painful nipple trauma and other complications that derail a woman's determination to breastfeed.

For many women, breastfeeding isn't truly an option.

That's because many of them are discharged from hospital having been taught forceful techniques and breastfeeding "education" that's out-of-date and inconsistent.

Evidence shows these methods can lead to painful nipple trauma and other complications that derail a woman's determination to breastfeed.

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Together, we can improve global breastfeeding rates.

The Breastfeeding Academy equips you to teach women The Thompson Method—a gentle, natural approach that helps prevent or overcome common breastfeeding complications.

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Together, we can improve global breastfeeding rates.

The Breastfeeding Academy equips you to teach women The Thompson Method—a gentle, natural approach that helps prevent or overcome common breastfeeding complications.

JOIN THE WAITLIST ⟩

Imagine helping women in your care achieve results like these.

 
"Mother and baby share a special moment during breastfeeding - 5 star review"
★★★★★

"The Thompson Method provided me with education and guidance for my pregnancy, birth and breastfeeding that none of my medical providers (OBs, Nurses, Lactation Consultants, etc) did. With what I learned from The Thompson Method, I had the confidence to advocate for myself and my baby through the entire process. As a result, I have had the perfect experience, the experience I had always imagined and dreamed of."

Bianca

"Beautiful bonding between mother and baby during breastfeeding - 5 star review"
★★★★★

"The Thompson Method breastfeeding program has changed my life! I was not successful breastfeeding my first 2 but this time I am. My baby girl has been [exclusively breastfed] for 3 months now."

Jessica

Happy baby thriving on mother's milk - 5 star review for breastfeeding experience
★★★★★

"I can say with 100% confidence that The Thompson Method is what saved our breastfeeding journey. ... Breastfeeding went from one of the most stressful times in our house to one of the most coveted, peaceful times and everyone was able to relax. Now my daughter is 19 months old and we're still going strong!"

Rebecca K.

 
The Thompson Method can work for every mother and baby.

Real results, backed by research.

"If we get women feeling confident and capable with their first two breastfeeds, it sets women up for successful breastfeeding for the next six months. And that's what we're doing here with The Thompson Method."

 

Professor Sue Kildea
● Former Director, Molly Wardaguga Research Centre, Charles Darwin University
● Former Head of Research, Mater Mothers' Hospital (one of Australia's largest maternity hospitals)

Join The Thompson Method Breastfeeding Academy

Expand your existing practice or launch your own business.

 

For doulas, childbirth educators and those not eligible for the TMBP pathway

The Thompson Method Breastfeeding Educator 
(TMBE)

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Join The Thompson Method Breastfeeding Academy

Expand your existing practice or launch your own business.

 

For Other Health Professionals

The Thompson Method Breastfeeding Educator (TMBE)

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Meet Your Faculty

 
Rachael Austin Midwife and Breastfeeding Consultant
Rachael Austin

Head of Education M.AdCM, RN, RM, CF&MH, TMBP, IBCLC

★ 24+ years of midwifery and breastfeeding expertise

★ Master of Clinical Midwifery (MClinMid)

★ Graduate Certificate of Health Professional Education

★ Online with breastfeeding mothers every day

As an Academy student, you receive:

Learn how to teach The Thompson Method, an approach proven to help pregnant women prevent common breastfeeding complications.

Pink checkmark  Gold-standard breastfeeding education

Pink checkmark  Direct access to Academy faculty via weekly Zoom sessions

Pink checkmark  Mentoring from a knowledgeable and nurturing community

Pink checkmark  Placement in The Thompson Method Professional Directory

Pink checkmark  Proprietary, done-for-you curriculum for working with women

Pink checkmark  Flexible, video-based teaching so you can go at your pace

Pink checkmark  Freedom to build the business you want

Pink checkmark  Business and marketing resources to help you achieve success

Pink checkmark  A sense of purpose, knowing you're helping women provide their babies with the best possible nutrition

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As an Academy student, you receive:

Learn how to teach The Thompson Method, an approach proven to help pregnant women prevent common breastfeeding complications.

Pink checkmark  Gold-standard breastfeeding education

Pink checkmark  Direct access to Academy faculty via weekly Zoom sessions

Pink checkmark  Mentoring from a knowledgeable and nurturing community

Pink checkmark  Placement in The Thompson Method Professional Directory

Pink checkmark  Proprietary, done-for-you curriculum for working with women

Pink checkmark  Flexible, video-based teaching so you can go at your pace

Pink checkmark  Freedom to build the business you want

Pink checkmark  Business and marketing resources to help you achieve success

Pink checkmark  A sense of purpose, knowing you're helping women provide their babies with the best possible nutrition

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Women and their babies need you.  

 
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Join the Waitlist

Join the waitlist so we can get in touch when we're getting ready to open the next cohort (anticipated date is March 2026).  We'll send you some details about what an Educator involves, for you to read in the meantime.

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Apply to Join

You'll have the opportunity to schedule a 20 min call with Rachael Austin (Midwife and Thompson Method Head of Education) and/or Joanne Thompson (Dr Robyn's daughter) to see if this is right for you.

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Enrol in the next round

If you choose to join us, you'll gain immediate access to the course materials, and we'll provide you with a schedule for the weekly live calls.  All calls are recorded if you're unable to attend.

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Every woman deserves to feed her baby her way.

But 80% of women stop breastfeeding before they want to. And in many countries breastfeeding rates are even worse.  Become a Thompson Method Educator, and be part of the solution.

JOIN THE WAITLIST >

Every woman deserves to feed her baby her way.

But 80% of women stop breastfeeding before they want to. And in many countries breastfeeding rates are even worse.

Become a Thompson Method Educator, and be part of the solution.

JOIN THE WAITLIST ⟩

The Thompson Method provides evidence-based education, gentle guidance, and 24/7 support so women can breastfeed for as long as they choose—confidence-full and pain-free.

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The Thompson Method provides evidence-based education, gentle guidance, and 24/7 support so women can breastfeed for as long as they choose—confidence-full and pain-free.

Breastfeeding Programs
For Pregnant Women
For Breastfeeding Women
For Health Professionals
1:1 Breastfeeding Consultation
Get Certified
Gift Vouchers

Get to Know Us
Our Mission
The Thompson Method
3 Golden Hours
Dr Robyn Thompson
Reviews

Other Resources
Breastfeeding Guide
Help Centre
Download App
Blog
Contact

Need to speak to someone? Call Joanne Thompson on +61 419 315 948 or Private Message on Facebook.

Copyright © The Thompson Method. All Rights Reserved.

Privacy Policy   |    Terms Of Use    |    Medical Disclaimer

Made with  đŸ–€  by 4 Good