Prenatal Counseling
Postnatal Counseling
Postnatal Counseling
During your prenatal visit we will establish goals, get a plan together, and go over what to expect the first few weeks of the journey.
- Address medical history
- Establish breastfeeding goals
- Assess physical anatomy to prepare for breastfeeding
- Education on hand expression
- Infant feeding cues
- Safe infant sleep
Postnatal Counseling
Postnatal Counseling
Postnatal Counseling
During postnatal visits we will discuss the birth, observe a feeding, and assess and discuss all things lactation.
- Newborn lactation evaluation
- Milk transfer evaluation
- Weight check
- Positioning techniques
- Latch support
- Supply management
- Assess breast & nipple pain, mastitis, engorgement, clogged duct management & support
Pump Education
Postnatal Counseling
Supplementation Support
Pump education appointments are available for those looking to optimize their output.
- Flange fitting
- Troubleshooting pump issues
- Setting up pump schedule as needed
- Milk storage education
Supplementation Support
Supplementation Support
If supplementation is needed, guidance on different forms of supplementation options and tools can be provided.
- Paced bottle feeding guidance
- Finger, cup, and syringe feeding education
- Supplemental nursing system education
Relactating/Lactation Induction
Relactating/Lactation Induction
During a relactation/induced lactation appointment, we will work together to set up a pumping schedule, go over pump education and size for flanges, learn breast/nipple stimulation techniques, and go over at-breast supplementation systems.
- Aid in breast stimulation techniques
- Education on at breast supplementation systems and techniques
- Work with parents to create a timeline and plan
- Offer emotional support and guidance