What to expect during the visit
Review of your pregnancy, medical, and breastfeeding history.
Discussion of your birth plan and how it may affect early feeding (skin-to-skin, delayed cord clamping, immediate breastfeeding, rooming-in).
Education on newborn behavioral cues for hunger, feeding frequency, and normal newborn weight loss and stool/urine patterns.
Hands-on practice with positioning and latch using a doll or self-practice; demonstration of common holds (cradle, cross-cradle, football, side-lying) and modifications for C-section recovery, sore nipples, or large breasts.
Evaluation of potential anatomical issues (flat/inverted nipples, breast anatomy, prior breast surgery) and a plan to address them.
Discussion of pumping: when to start, how and when to use a pump, choosing a pump, flange fit, cleaning and storage basics for expressed milk.
Supply management: early cues for adequate milk transfer, hand expression basics, introduction to frequent removal to support supply, and strategies if separation from baby is expected (e.g., NICU).
Pain prevention and management: common causes of nipple pain, prevention techniques, and safe postpartum treatments.
Medication and breastfeeding: review of current medications and any that may affect milk supply or require precautions.
Newborn safety and jaundice: signs to watch for, when to seek help, and how feeding supports jaundice management.
Development of a feeding plan: practical steps for the first 24–72 hours, backup plans if breastfeeding isn’t immediately possible, and local resources for in-person postpartum support (lactation consultants, breastfeeding groups).
Confidence with a few comfortable holds and basic hand expression.
We will review any questions and concerns you may have so that you feel more confident, supported, and excited about your future breastfeeding experience!
What to expect during the visit
Review of your pregnancy, medical, and breastfeeding history.
Discussion of your birth plan and how it may affect early feeding (skin-to-skin, delayed cord clamping, immediate breastfeeding, rooming-in).
Education on newborn behavioral cues for hunger, feeding frequency, and normal newborn weight loss and stool/urine patterns.
Hands-on practice with positioning and latch using a doll or self-practice; demonstration of common holds (cradle, cross-cradle, football, side-lying) and modifications for C-section recovery, sore nipples, or large breasts.
Evaluation of potential anatomical issues (flat/inverted nipples, breast anatomy, prior breast surgery) and a plan to address them.
Discussion of pumping: when to start, how and when to use a pump, choosing a pump, flange fit, cleaning and storage basics for expressed milk.
Supply management: early cues for adequate milk transfer, hand expression basics, introduction to frequent removal to support supply, and strategies if separation from baby is expected (e.g., NICU).
Pain prevention and management: common causes of nipple pain, prevention techniques, and safe postpartum treatments.
Medication and breastfeeding: review of current medications and any that may affect milk supply or require precautions.
Newborn safety and jaundice: signs to watch for, when to seek help, and how feeding supports jaundice management.
Development of a feeding plan: practical steps for the first 24–72 hours, backup plans if breastfeeding isn’t immediately possible, and local resources for in-person postpartum support (lactation consultants, breastfeeding groups).
Confidence with a few comfortable holds and basic hand expression.
We will review any questions and concerns you may have so that you feel more confident, supported, and excited about your future breastfeeding experience!