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Lactation Support Services

What to Expect at Your Visit

  • Lactation consultations typically last 45–60 minutes and include:

    • A full feeding history

    • Observation of a feeding session (if applicable)

    • Infant weight check

    • Hands-on guidance and individualized recommendations

    • A written care plan

  • ​We encourage you to bring your baby hungry (but not overly upset), your breast pump (if using one), and any feeding supplies you typically use.

Who Provides Lactation Care?

  • Lactation services are provided by an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant
    (IBCLC) with 15 years of pediatric experience and 9 years of dedicated lactation experience.

  • This combined expertise allows us to support infant feeding within the full context of your baby’s growth, development, and medical needs.

  • We collaborate closely with your pediatric provider to ensure your baby’s feeding plan aligns with their overall health and wellness

Insurance & Scheduling

  • Many insurance plans cover lactation services. Our team can help verify your benefits and explain any potential costs.

  • Same-week appointments are often available for urgent feeding concerns.

  • To schedule a lactation visit, please call our office or request an appointment through the
    patient portal.

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Prenatal Lactation Visit

  • Creating a feeding plan

  • What to Expect in the first days after birth

  • Common challenges and prevention

  • Positioning and Latch Education

2

Newborn Feeding Assessments

  • Evaluation of latch and positioning

  • Assessment of milk transfer

  • Weight checks before and after feeding (when indicated)

  • Guidance on feeding frequency and cues

3

Breastfeeding Support

  • Help with sore nipples, engorgement, and blocked ducts

  • Support for low milk supply or oversupply

  • Assistance with painful latch

  • Support for babies with tongue-tie or feeding difficulties

4

Pumping & Return-to-Work Planning

  • Flange sizing and pump education

  • Creating a pumping schedule

  • Milk storage guidelines

  • Transition planning for daycare or caregiver feeding

5

Combination Feeding & Supplementation

  • Developing a personalized feeding plan

  • Protecting milk supply while supplementing

  • Bottle-feeding techniques that support breastfeeding

6

Growth & Follow-Up Visits

  • Ongoing weight monitoring

  • Milk supply reassessment

  • Adjustments to feeding plans as your baby grows

Services We Offer
Why Lactation Support Matters

Feeding challenges are common in the early weeks and months. Early support can help prevent discomfort, improve milk supply, and ensure your baby is growing well. Our goal is to help make feeding a positive and confident experience for both parent and baby.

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At our pediatric office, we are committed to supporting families in meeting their infant feeding goals. Whether you are breastfeeding, pumping, combination feeding, or exploring your options, our lactation services are here to provide personalized, evidence-based guidance in a supportive and nonjudgmental environment.

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