Where do the consults take place?

I will come to your home for the consultation and will bring any necessary equipment with me, including an infant scale. I’m located near Los Gatos. For services outside of that area, please contact me by phone or email to discuss availability and travel fees.

what happens before a consult?

Once your appointment is booked and confirmed online, I will send you an intake form to fill out regarding both mom and baby’s health history.

what can I expect during a consult?

I will go through any pertinent health history of mom and baby and we will discuss any questions or concerns you may have. I will do a physical assessment of both mom and baby and weigh the baby. I will then observe a feeding and weigh the baby after the feeding.

Based on the information gathered, I will work with you to make a plan based on your goals. I may also send a copy of the plan to the pediatrician so they are aware of the plan of care, if needed. I will be available via email for follow-up questions for two weeks following the visit. If necessary, we will make plans for a follow-up visit.

 
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What kinds of problems can you help with?

I can help with many breastfeeding struggles and provide support along the way. Here are my main areas of focus:

  • Pain associated with breastfeeding (sore nipples, etc)

  • Breast engorgement

  • Tongue Tie support

  • Low milk supply

  • Pain with pumping

  • Bottle refusal

  • Feeling like baby is nursing “all the time”

  • Going back to work and formulating a plan for pumping

  • Your baby has continued to lose weight despite feeding frequently

Do you accept insurance?

As of January 2026, I will no longer be accepting The Lactation Network.

This change allows me to offer more personalized, consistent care without the administrative delays and limitations that come with insurance billing.

A credit card is required at the time of booking and fees will be charged following the visit. If applicable, I will provide you with a superbill to return to your insurance company to request reimbursement for lactation services.

I am outside of your travel area, how can I still get help?

Call or e-mail me, and we can set up a phone or virtual consult for specific situations. If you live in the Bay Area, I may be able to do a home visit for an additional fee or help you find another Lactation Consultant in your area.

  • DescripWhat does a lactation consultant do?

    A lactation consultant helps families with breastfeeding and infant feeding concerns, including latch difficulties, milk supply issues, nipple pain, pumping, bottle feeding, and feeding plans that support both the baby and the parent. Support may include observation of a feeding, hands-on guidance, education, and personalized recommendations.

  • You may benefit from seeing an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) at many different points during pregnancy or after your baby is born. Common reasons families seek support include:

    • Needing to supplement with formula or donor milk and wanting guidance on how to do so while protecting milk supply

    • Concerns about low milk supply or wanting to increase milk production

    • Nipple pain, latch difficulties, or feeding discomfort

    • A baby who is not gaining weight as expected or seems frustrated during feeds

    • Receiving or questioning a tongue tie or lip tie diagnosis

    • Feeding challenges that persist before or after a tongue tie release

    • Difficulty with pumping, flange fit, or creating a pumping schedule

    • Preparing to return to work or introduce bottles

    • Bottle refusal or mixed feeding concerns

    • Wanting reassurance that feeding is going well, even if there is no clear problem

    IBCLCs also provide prenatal consultations to help families prepare for breastfeeding, understand what to expect in the early days, and create a feeding plan before challenges arise.

    You do not need to be in crisis to seek lactation support. Many families find that early or proactive care helps prevent feeding challenges and builds confidence during a vulnerable transition.

  • Latch challenges can be related to positioning, oral anatomy, muscle tension, prematurity, birth interventions, or feeding patterns. A full feeding assessment can help identify contributing factors and guide next steps.

  • Signs that a baby is feeding well include appropriate weight gain, adequate wet and dirty diapers, effective swallowing during feeds, and contentment after feeding. A lactation consultant can assess feeding effectiveness and address concerns.

  • Yes. Milk supply concerns are common and often multifactorial. Support includes evaluating feeding patterns, milk removal, pumping routines, medical factors, and lifestyle influences to develop a realistic and supportive plan.

  • Yes. Support includes pump selection, flange fitting guidance, pumping schedules, milk storage education, and creating a feeding plan that fits your work schedule and goals.

  • At this time, services are self-pay only. This allows visits to focus fully on care without the limitations often imposed by insurance requirements.

  • Yes. Oversupply and fast letdown can cause discomfort for both the baby and parent. Strategies can help regulate supply and improve feeding comfort.