Services Provided
Prenatal Lactation Consultation
(1.5-2 hours)
This is such an important visit as it allows us to be a part of your journey while that little person is growing in utero! It will allow us to get an idea of what your delivery and breastfeeding goals are and will help us assist you in achieving these goals.
This will be a private 1:1 breastfeeding preparation class that will be focused on your breastfeeding goals and how to best achieve these goals- don’t forget to invite spouse and grandparents if you want in this preparation class! (We encourage setting this appointment up between 32-36 weeks pregnant)We develop a breastfeeding plan based on YOUR BREASTFEEDING GOALS (this is about you and your baby- not us!)
Initial Lactation Consultation
(2-2.5 hours)
This is the longest consult as we review medical history, pregnancy and delivery experience leading up to the breastfeeding journey. This initial consult typically takes anywhere from 2-2.5 hours (depending on situation and needs).
We develop a feeding plan based on YOUR FEEDING GOALS (this is about you and your baby- not us!)
We use biological breastfeeding or laid-back breastfeeding positions to optimize rest and relaxation while breastfeeding. We can also come up with a customized pumping plan if pumping is the route you choose to go!
We review safety in its entirety as safety to you and your infant is our highest priority.
We make breastfeeding as relaxed and enjoyable as possible; this will enhance your likelihood of wanting to prolong your breastfeeding relationship. If you are uncomfortable during breastfeeding and cannot relax you will be less likely to want to prolong the relationship.
We only practice using the most evidenced based current research, to support our recommendations.
We use a hospital grade scale to ensure adequate weight and feeding assessments.
We are competent to work with infants ages birth- toddlerhood and are well versed in all breastfeeding stages.
This consult includes a full medical history taken on both mom and baby as well as well as a thorough assessment of infant and moms’ anatomy (looking for tight frenulum or other oral issues).
A full feeding assessment will be done and a pre and post weight will be done (meaning we will see how much milk baby drank at momma’s breast!) if this is possible at the time of visit or applicable to your custom feeding plan
Follow Up Lactation Consultation
(1-1.5 hours)
This option is great for the moms who need a follow up consult. It can take a few consults to obtain “smooth sailing.”
This visit usually takes about an hour to an hour and a half to address and alter the initial plan based on assessment and moms breastfeeding goals. Sustainability is key as well as mental health.
A detailed report will be drawn up for mom, pediatrician and OB doctor if mom requests.
Unlimited support via email will be provided for 72 hours and if further assist is needed will recommend scheduling another follow up. (Any age infant)
Introducing Foods and continuing with breastfeeding
(45mins-1.5hours)
Adding whole foods is so exciting! It can also provoke many questions. This is a great consult to focus on safety and how to best introduce solids without effecting breastfeeding. (This consult is best when infant is between 4-6 months)
Bottle Feeding; Bottle refusal Consultation
(1-2 hours)
Bottle feeding can promote a lot of questions as to how much, how often or the best way to bottle feed. Sometimes a breastfeeding baby can also “refuse” a bottle. We have extensive experience with getting even the oldest babies to happily take a bottle. Our goal is to help eliminate stress with this consult.
Weaning Consultation
(1-2 hours)
This consultation can be bittersweet for many moms and infants/toddlers. There is never a right or wrong time to stop breastfeeding, we realize the AAP recommends two years and beyond due to the benefits breastfeeding provides to moms and babies but a mother and infants physical and mental health is always priority. There is a safe way as well as a gentle way to make the ending as positive as possible for both mom and baby. Let us help make the ending as beautiful as the beginning. (Any age: when mom is done, we support that!)