Where do the consults take place?
I will come to your home for the consult and will bring any necessary equipment with me, including an infant scale. I’m located near Los Gatos and will travel within 15 miles of my home. For services outside of that area, please contact me by phone or email.
what happens before a consult?
Once your appointment is booked and confirmed online, I will send you an intake form to fill our 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 will send a copy of the plan to the pediatrician so they are aware of the plan of care. I will be available via phone or email for follow-up questions. If necessary, we will make plans for a follow-up visit.
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
Low milk supply
Pain with pumping
Feeling like baby is nursing “all the time”
Going back to work and need a plan to pump and store milk
Your baby has continued to lose weight despite feeding frequently
Do you accept insurance?
I work with The Lactation Network. To see if your insurance is covered, please check here: https://go.lactationnetwork.com/MoreThanMilkLLC
If insurance coverage is not available, a credit card is required at the time of booking, and I will give you 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.