Lactation Services

Do you need a Lactation Counselor?

Both new and experienced moms often wonder, "Do I need help?"

Here are some common reasons you may want to seek lactation counseling:

• Nipple pain and damage
• Baby weight gain problems
• Baby fusses at breast
• Long feedings
• Engorgement, thrush, plugged ducts and mastitis
• Concerns about milk supply (over or under supply)
• Breastfeeding after breast surgeries
• Returning to work
• Supplementing and weaning issues
• Dread or anxiety about feeding

Lactation Counseling Includes:

Review of pregnancy/delivery and medical history of you and your baby as it relates to breastfeeding

• Education about infant cues
• Helps with positioning to maximize comfort and ease
• Assistance with latch
• Observation and assessment of an entire nursing session
• Exploration of nursing challenges and solutions (tongue/lip tie)
• Demonstration of and tips for improving breastfeeding
• Demonstration of the use of feeding equipment (including breast pump)
• An individually tailored care plan and recommendations within 24 hours of consultation
• Phone and email follow-up for two weeks or until your initial breastfeeding issue is resolved

Home visits are available in immediate NYC area

Initial Home Visit - $200

Follow-up Home Visits - $100

Virtual Counseling (up to 60 minutes) - $60

Phone Counseling / Supportive Mentoring (up to 30 minutes) - $20

Please email Mom@TheMothershipNYC.com with inquiries.