What is included in a Lactation Consultation?
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Your questions and/or concerns are fully discussed.
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There is a comprehensive review of your pregnancy, birth and postpartum history, as well as many lactational specific aspects of your health.
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Your baby can be undressed and weighed on a medical-grade scale. (A medical-grade scale is extremely accurate and consistent to within 2 grams.)
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Your breasts are examined and your baby's mouth is closely evaluated for sucking function.
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A feeding is observed and assistance with latch is provided as desired, and/or indicated, while suggestions for improvements are made.
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Your baby may be weighed before and after the feeding to learn precisely how much milk your baby drank from your breast during the feeding.
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A lactational plan of care is decided upon in order for you to meet your breastfeeding goals.
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A complete report of the visit is sent to both your doctor and to your baby's doctor.
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Follow-up communication (relevant to the initial consultation) is always included at no additional charge.