Lactation Support
What is a lactation consultant?
As an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) I offer parents specialist antenatal consultations to prepare for breastfeeding and early parenthood, as well as, support with feeding after birth. Drawing on my experience and in-depth knowledge in supporting breastfeeding clients I offer, online or at home visits to help with a range of issues including: latching difficulties; sore nipples; weaning off shields; blocked ducts and mastitis; thrush and other nipple/breast infections; concerns about milk supply; expressing and increasing supply; weight loss and slow weight gain; supplementing and weaning off top ups; relactation and induced lactation; wind/colic, reflux and allergies; premature babies; babies with special needs, twins and other multiples; tongue-tie.
To qualify as an IBCLC I have completed a 4 hour degree level examination, 1000 hours of breastfeeding counselling and 90 hours of lactation specific education. Every 5 years I submit evidence of 75 hours of continuing professional development to maintain my IBCLC registration. IBCLC is the highest qualification in breastfeeding and is recognised internationally.
Please complete the contact form to enquire.
See the resources page for further information around lactation.
You can find me on the IBCLC register via my Certification number: L-315861
Packages
When completing the contact form please identify which support package you are enquiring about via the correlating number, with the optional + for the WhatsApp package.
1) Antenatal online education 1.5hr: £75
Get your feeding journey off to the best start with this 1:1 antenatal education package. We will cover everything from colostrum harvesting, breastfeeding, pumping, combination feeding and bottle feeding. I will tailor the class to your needs and wishes. This class can be taken at any time but is ideal from 30 weeks and both birthing person and birth partner can attend.
2) Antenatal package: online antenatal education, 1.5hr home visit and 2 weeks whatsapp contact from £230
This comprehensive package equips you and your partner with antenatal education to get feeding off to the best start. Together we will make a comprehensive feeding plan and discuss ways to avoid common lactation and feeding issues. Once baby has arrived I will provide you with a home visit and ongoing specialist support via whatsapp for two weeks.
3) Online lactation assessment and support consultations up to 1.5hrs: £90
Online support is a great way to access specialist lactation and feeding support quickly and in the comfort of your own home. This service came into being following the birth of my nephew. Being able to support my sister quickly helped her avoid many complications such as nipple pain, mastitis and assist in lactation issues and positioning and attachment. If you would like support quickly, prefer online support, or live out of area please get in contact (I may be able to offer same day appointments).
4) At home lactation assessment and support 1.5hrs: From £125
During an at home visit I support you through any feeding issues you may be experiencing. I can help with issues around poor latch, if your baby has lost weight, nipple and breast pain, engorgement, blocked ducts, mastitis, assess for tongue-tie and any other feeding-related concern. We will work together to target your concerns and create a feeding plan going forward.
(For at home visits I cover the whole of the North West of England. I operate from Poulton-Le-Fylde and charge a round trip milage cost of 45p/mile on top of the appointment fee)
+) Add WhatsApp contact for 2 weeks on to packages 2/3/4: £50
This add on package provides ongoing support and questions via WhatsApp. This is a useful, quick and accessible way to get feedback around your latch, any queries, concerns and questions following on from our consultation.