Initial Consult

Start getting the help you need with an initial consult

What to Expect

Here's what a typical initial consult process covers

During your visit, we will begin by evaluating both you and your infant’s health history to give context to your breastfeeding needs. Next, I will perform an extensive assessment of your infant and their oral cavity. This will be followed by a complete maternal breast examination. Both assessments will aid in the diagnosis of potential feeding complications. We will work together to establish your ideal feeding environment.

This will ensure that both you and the baby are best prepared for comfortable and productive feedings. I will also be conducting a weighted feeding during our visit. This will help to assess the infant’s milk intake and establish if they are making proper growth development. You can expect to receive an individualized plan of care that will include patient goals, educational resources, and follow up information.

With your consent, your OB/Midwife and pediatrician can receive a comprehensive written report summarizing the goals of care, progress made during the visit, and recommendations for treatment. It is my hope that this visit empowers your family with knowledge and helps establish a plan that meets the unique needs of both you and your growing baby.

Your insurance could cover service 100% for up to 6 visits.

Getting Started

How to start the process of receiving lactation consulting

Insurance Coverage

The first step to getting started receiving lactation consulting for you and your baby is to utilize The Lactation Network to check your insurance coverage. Read more about insurance coverage.

Step 1

Scheduling & Paperwork

Next, we'll schedule a time to conduct your initial consult at a date and time that works best for you. We'll also have you fill out necessary paperwork regarding your background, delivery and health history.

Step 2

Background Review

During our initial consult, we'll spend time getting to know you, your background, and the history of your feeding journey up to that point in time. 

Step 3

Mother & Baby Assessments

I will perform an extensive oral assessment, infant assessment and maternal breast assessment to benchmark your progress.

Step 4

Environment & Positioning Setup

We will work together to help best setup your feeding environment with positioning support to best help mom and baby be most comfortable for your feedings.

Step 5

Weighted Feed & Assessment

We will do a weighted feed to weigh the baby before and after feeding to assess milk intake and develop an individualized plan of care based on our findings. 

Step 6

Summary

With your consent, your OB/midwife and pediatrician will receive a comprehensive written report summarizing our visit.  

Step 7

Follow Up

As part of your in-home visit, will have access to email and text follow up for any questions or concerns that may arise through your journey.Step 8

Have questions? Reach out and let's talk about your needs.

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