Be prepared
So you can have the Best Start to Breastfeeding!
Be prepared
So you can have the Best Start to Breastfeeding!
Breastfeeding preparation sessions while you are pregnant are fantastic to educate you and help you build confidence for those first few hours, days and weeks after you have had the baby.
Childbirth can be an overwhelming time and having the knowledge and tools to know what to expect with breastfeeding is essential to getting off to the best start!
Your milk has all the nutritional requirements your baby needs for the first 6 months and getting off to the best start prevents many emotional and physical challenges.
Breastfeeding education in pregnancy is great for ALL new mothers BUT highly recommended highly for anyone who has had:
- Previous breast surgery (including augmentation/reduction)
- Flat/inverted nipples
- Previous breastfeeding issues
- Multiples
- Hormonal issues
- Diabetes
We provide 1 on 1 sessions in person (Perth) or via Telehealth.
Each session is individualised to your needs/wishes.
Ante natal services – education in pregnancy
- One to one breastfeeding education session
- Individualised to your needs/wishes
- Breast changes in pregnancy/first few days after you have had the baby
- How milk production works
- Colostrum vs Milk
- Breastfeeding positions
- Basic principles of position and attachment at the breast
- Common breastfeeding challenges
- Engorgement
- How to express – antenatal and postnatal
We’ll address the commonly asked questions:
What is normal?
How many times does a baby feed in the first few weeks?
How long does a feed take? One side or both? What is a let down?
What are feeding cues? How do I know my baby is getting enough?
How to get started?
Consultation Options
Breastfeeding sessions:
Initial consult (90 minutes) $185
Follow up consult (90 minutes) $185
This is a comprehensive breastfeeding assessment which includes oral function assessment. Follow up session is encouraged to assess progress.
These can be held in clinic or via telehealth.
Oral Functional Assessment:
(45 minutes) $140
This is a shorter consult and is an assessment of your baby’s oral structure and function if you are concerned your baby may have tongue tie. Please note, if you are having breastfeeding difficulties, we strongly encourage a full breastfeeding consultation for a comprehensive assessment.
Multiple sessions are encouraged to consolidate feeding. Discounts on appointments if booked as a block of 3 ($550).
Every session includes a plan, and a follow up phone call.