Lactation Services
In office Lactation Consultation:
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Includes a complete maternal & infant health history
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Physical assessment of the mother’s breast and the infant’s mouth
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Weight check for the infant if needed, would include pre-and post-feeding weight
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Hands on or off guidance & support throughout feedings during the consult
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Discussion Breast pumps & pumping if going back to work
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Breastfeeding plan designed based upon the consult
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Price: NA
In-Home Lactation Consultation: NA
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Virtual Lactation Consultation:
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Here is what you need:
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Skype installed on your computer
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a webcam
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speakers
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microphone
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call to schedule a minimum of 24 hours before
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fill out the client information form sent to you when you schedule an appt and email back before the consult -Include your Skype name in the confirmation email so I can call you at our scheduled consult time -Please position your webcam so that I can watch you and your baby nurse
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Not familiar with Skype? It is a free service that allows you to make video calls. It’s free to download. Here is the link, if you need to download it: Skype.
Price: NA
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Breastfeeding & Newborn Care
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A class designed to help you prepare for breastfeeding
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What are the advantages of breastfeeding
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How to prepare for breastfeeding
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Getting started the right way
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Positions and correct latch
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Overcoming obstacles
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When to call a Lactation Consultant
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The first 6 weeks
Price: NA
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Pumping & Preparing Breastmilk
A class for woman going back to work and need help preparing breast milk.
Topics include:
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How to choose the right pump for you,
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what to know before you purchase,
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when to start pumping to go back to work,
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how to pump, how to store milk, how to prepare, and thaw out breast milk
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how to figure out a schedule right for you
Price: NA
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An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) is a health care professional who specializes in the clinical management of breastfeeding. An IBCLC is certified by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners®, Inc.
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