Prenatal Counseling
Postnatal Counseling
Postnatal Counseling
During your prenatal visit we will establish goals, develop a plan, and go over expectations for the first few weeks postpartum.
- 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 review the events of birth, observe a feeding, assess and discuss how to reach your goals.
- 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 or desired, guidance on the different options available to you will be discussed.
- Paced bottle feeding guidance
- Finger, cup, and syringe feeding education
- Supplemental nursing system education
Lactation Induction
Lactation Induction
During an induced lactation appointment, we will work together to set up a pumping schedule, go over pump education, and size you for flanges. Breast and nipple stimulation techniques will be explained and education on use of an at-breast supplementation system can be provided.
- 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