What to expect during a consult

A few things we’ll do together

Listen to your birth and early breastfeeding or chestfeeding experience
Listen to your current feeding plan
Discuss your lactation goals
A breast/chest assessment
An assessment of your baby, which includes an oral examination and weight
A feeding observation: guidance will be given on how to maximize milk transfer while promoting parental comfort
Work with you to develop an individualized plan that works for your family

Common challenges we can work through

Optimizing latch and positioning
Nipple pain/damage
Baby not latching
Slow weight gain
Tongue-tie concerns
Engorgement, blocked ducts, blebs and mastitis
Challenges with milk volume/flow and supplementation
NICU discharge
Nursing multiples
Pumping support