Questions about lactation services? Read some of the common questions on our FAQ page.

Common Questions

What can I expect at an appointment?

You can read more about what happens during a consultation by clicking https://www.motherbabylc.com/in-home-consultation/. If you have any additional questions that are not answered on this page, then please don’t hesitate to email us.

I saw a lactation consultant in the hospital after birth, but I am still having some challenges. How will an appointment with someone else benefit me?

Many mothers have a brief lactation consultation in the hospital to address immediate concerns in the first hours and days after birth. There are many challenges that can occur after the family transitions into the home environment. Sometimes there is limited access to prompt lactation support by an IBCLC and breastfeeding issues may not arise until the mother is already discharged or no longer has postpartum assistance.

The outpatient lactation consultation is an in-depth evaluation of both mother and baby that is tailored to address issues and concerns at each stage of the breastfeeding journey. These challenges can vary by age of the infant and can range from latching, jaundice, infant weight gain, supply concerns, transitioning back to work, introducing bottles and/or solids, and weaning from breastfeeding. An appointment with our private practice lactation consultant is 100% devoted to your unique breastfeeding challenges. We work with you to either build on to the care plan you may have started with someone else or to help you create a new plan that better suits your needs.

My baby is having trouble with feeding. How many appointments will it take to fix the problem?

Each feeding issue is unique. How many appointments you will need really depends on the type and complexity of issues you are dealing with. We provide very personalized, in-depth consultations so many families find that they are able to get the support they need in fewer appointments. After the initial consultation, we will recommend whether an in-person follow-up is recommended. Phone and email support is available for two weeks after the initial consultation.

Do you accept insurance?

We currently are contracted with many major insurance plans. To verify coverage and schedule an appointment click here. For more information on insurance please review our insurance page.

How do I schedule an appointment?

Please follow this link to enter your information and schedule an appointment. We will verify your insurance and then contact you to schedule the appointment date and time.