Lactation Consult
Lactation Consult Blue Mountains
Do you need a lactation consult in/near the Blue Mountains? For example, are you struggling with cracked nipples, mastitis or issues with positioning and attachment? Similarly, do you need help dealing with oral restrictions, intolerances, settling or sleep? I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) with an extensive background in breastfeeding counselling. Throughout my career, I have supported women in a variety of birth settings and situations and undertaken substantial professional development to ensure my lactation support is aligned with current scientific evidence. My experience totals over 1200 hours of breastfeeding support and this is my passion! Therefore, I’d love to help you!
A Lactation Consult can help you
establish and maintain
breastfeeding
Establishing and maintaining breastfeeding isn’t about ‘feeding stations’, pillows and pumps! However, it does have a whole lot to do with the kind of support system you have. Society does not adequately support, normalise and model breastfeeding for us. Consequently, some mums do need additional support.
Remember, breastfeeding is a full time job! Nonetheless, with the right support, you can do it!
I offer lactation consults to women in the Blue Mountains and surrounds. Specifically, this includes Lithgow down to Nepean and Hawkesbury! Additionally, if you’re outside area, virtual consults via Skype, Facetime or Zoom can be provided. Do you need help?
Lactation Consults – What do they involve?
A lactation consultation will look however you need! Some mums have trouble latching their baby so a consult focuses on watching a feed and doing an oral assessment for baby (images). Alternatively, some mums need support with expressing breastmilk to return to work, so a consult involves running through the set-up, feeding, cleaning and storage of breastmilk. I provide a comprehensive plan with current research, phone, text and email support and options for follow up post consult as needed. You’re not on your own!
Whatever you need, I meet you where you’re at.
“Breastfeeding is like learning to dance with a partner who is also new to the steps.” ~ Pinky McKay
FIRST APPOINTMENT
Initial in home lactation consult– $320 (inc GST)
Face-to-face lactation consult in your own home (up to 2 hours) providing breastfeeding support including:
- Detailed consultation with feeding assessment
- Oral and bodily tension assessment
- Positioning and attachment support
- Pumping assessment and planning as needed
- Development of a comprehensive breastfeeding plan
- Troubleshooting any problems that arise
- A follow up phone call of up to 30 minutes
- 2 week follow up text, email and phone support as needed
- The option for a follow up consult at discounted rate
Initial in clinic lactation consult – $280 (inc GST)
Face-to-face lactation consult in my clinic in Blackheath (up to 2 hours) providing breastfeeding support including as above. Note, the only difference is that this consult is in Blackheath rather than in your own home.
FOLLOW UP/REGULAR APPOINTMENT
Follow up in home lactation consult – $290 (inc GST)
Follow up face-to-face lactation consult in your own home (up to 1.5 hours) providing breastfeeding support including:
- Additional feeding assessment consultation
- Assessment of optimal positioning and attachment
- Refinement of comprehensive breastfeeding plan
- Troubleshooting newly arisen problems
- A phone call of up to 30 minutes to follow up
- Follow up text, email and phone support as needed up to 1 week post face to face appointment
Follow up in clinic lactation consult – $250 (inc GST)
Follow up face-to-face lactation consult in my Blackheath clinic (up to 1.5 hours) providing breastfeeding support including as above. Note, the only difference is that this consult is in Blackheath rather than in your own home.
EXTENSIONS TO ABOVE APPOINTMENTS
Extensions to in home lactation consult – $120/hr (inc GST)
As added time is sometimes necessary, face-to-face lactation consults can include:
- Additional time for feeding assessments
- Optimal positioning and attachment addressed
- Extra time to refine breastfeeding plan
- More troubleshooting of problems that arise
PAYMENT DETAILS
Payment by cash, direct deposit or PayPal transfer (Eftpos not currently available).
ONLINE FIRST APPOINTMENT
Initial video lactation consult – $250 (inc GST)
Virtual lactation consult (up to 2 hours) providing breastfeeding support including:
- Detailed consultation with feeding assessment
- Optimal positioning and attachment
- Development of a breastfeeding plan
- Troubleshooting any problems that arise
- A follow up phone call of up to 30 minutes
- Ongoing text support for 2 weeks post consultation
FOLLOW UP/REGULAR APPOINTMENT
Follow up video lactation consult – $220 (inc GST)
Follow up virtual lactation consult (up to 1.5 hours) providing breastfeeding support including:
- Additional feeding assessment consultation
- Assessment of optimal positioning and attachment
- Refinement of breastfeeding plan
- Troubleshooting newly arisen problems
- A phone call of up to 30 minutes to follow up
- Follow up text support for 1 week post consultation
EXTENSIONS TO ABOVE APPOINTMENTS
Extensions to video lactation consult – $100/hr (inc GST)
As added time is sometimes necessary, virtual lactation consults can include:
- Additional time for feeding assessments
- Optimal positioning and attachment addressed
- Extra time to refine breastfeeding plan
- More troubleshooting of problems that arise
PAYMENT DETAILS
Payment by cash, direct deposit or PayPal transfer (Eftpos not currently available).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Where do you do the lactation consult?
II come to you, wherever suits you best! Some people prefer to meet in the comfort of their own or a friend’s home while others prefer meeting at my home in Blackheath. Either way works for me.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, absolutely! If you need support with paying for your lactation consult over a period of time then please just let me know! Some women will ask for a progressive payment plan or delayed payment.
When is the best time to organise a consult?
If at all possible, having a planning consultation before birth can help spare you the need of rushing to book a lactation consult after the birth. However, I provide support for women regardless of where they are at in their journey – if you’d like to plan AND have a consult, there are packages available for this too, just reach out.
Can my support person be present?
Absolutely! Your partner or support person is absolutely welcome to be a part of the consult, and indeed, this is wonderful because sometimes they will remember bits and pieces that the mother may not. You don’t have to have a support person present if you’d prefer not to, but they are definitely welcome if you do.
Can I have a planning consult first?
Yes, absolutely! I am always supportive of preparing and planning for your breastfeeding journey. Some people feel that they would like to have a consultation prior and I think this is a beautiful idea – you then have the information and a direct contact with me should you need.