Lactation Consults
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Lactation Consults *
The IBCLC credential is the gold standard in lactation care.
Lactation care is health care.
Assessment
What It Entails:
Comprehensive evaluation of parent and baby, including medical history, feeding observations, and assessment of latch and milk transfer.
Why It’s Important:
Identifies the root cause of feeding challenges, ensures tailored interventions, and provides a baseline for tracking progress.
Education & Counseling
What It Entails:
Evidence-based guidance on breastfeeding techniques, feeding plans, and solutions to challenges (e.g., low milk supply, nipple pain, or infant weight concerns).
Emotional support to address anxieties, build confidence, and set realistic goals.
Why It’s Important:
Empowers families to make informed decisions and fosters a collaborative approach to feeding success.
Care Plan Development
What It Entails:
Creating a personalized plan that aligns with the family’s feeding goals and lifestyle.
Includes follow-up recommendations, referrals (if needed), and clear steps for continued progress.
Why It’s Important:
Provides a structured, actionable path forward and ensures continuity of care.
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