Why A Consultant

Some common reasons for a lactation consultation

  • Sore, cracked or bleeding nipples
  • Difficult latch or positioning challenges
  • Slow weight gain or low milk supply
  • Tongue tie and or lip tie
  • Premature and NICU graduates
  • Exclusive pumping
  • Supplemented feed plans
  • Breast pain, breast infections/mastitis, plugged ducts
  • Breast surgeries

How do you know if you need a lactation consultant

If you are having nipple pain, if your baby is not back to birth weight at 2 weeks of age or you have concerns at any time about breastfeeding.  If your baby’s provider tells you to schedule a lactation consultation. Sometimes you may want to get a weighted feeding assessment for confidence that breastfeeding is going well.  

Why a home visit

As a new parent I remember the trials of getting out of the home for baby appointments.  What may have worked in the hospital may be a challenge now that you are at your home. Your baby may be older now with different challenges.  Allow me to travel to you on your schedule. I am available day, evenings and some weekends.