

LACTATION COUNSELING
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Complete a health + birth history review. ï‚© Visual examination of mother + baby's anatomy. ï‚©
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Observe a feeding and discuss positions, latch, pain, etc. ï‚©
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Make recommendations to mother to assist on improvements, as needed. ï‚©
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Write a comprehensive care plan with mother to set her + baby up for success. ï‚© Weigh baby and do a weighted feed.
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COMMON QUESTIONS + CONCERNS ï‚©
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Milk supply concerns ï‚©
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Nipple or Breast pain ï‚©
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Breastfeeding management issues ï‚©
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Milk transfer ï‚©
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Breastfeeding positions ï‚©
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Oversupply ï‚©
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Difficulty latching “latch issues”. ï‚©
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Clicking when nursing. ï‚©
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Slow weight gain. ï‚©
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Pumping and storing milk. ï‚©
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Weaning from nursing, nipple shield or pump. ï‚©
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Feeding “constantly” or “for a long time”.
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Bottle refusal or introduction. ï‚©
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Using bottles, and you want to get rid of them.
CONTACT ME FOR PRICING
DOULA SERVICES
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A complimentary consultation with you and your birth companion.
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(3) prenatal visits to discuss goals and wishes for the birth, hopes, and concerns you may have, and plan how we can best work together to create a positive birth experience.
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Constant phone and email availability for any questions or concerns.
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On call availability from 37 weeks-42 weeks (If you go into labor prior to 37 weeks, I will make every possible effort to be there. However, if I cannot attend, a backup doula will be recommended and/or provided.
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Continuous support during labor and delivery. I will provide several comfort measures, including touch techniques (effleurage, counter pressure, double hip squeeze, kneading massage), relaxation techniques and vocalization, warm and cold methods, along with verbal encouragement. I will be your primary support person or assist your partner in supporting you.
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Accompany you for at least 2 hours after birth to help establish breastfeeding and any other assistance you may need.
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2 postpartum visits (1 day and 1 week as desired by the client) to discuss your birth experience and help with any other needed adjustments.
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Prenatal Baby Feeding (2 hour class)
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Pump and Prep (2 hour class)
