Breastfeeding support
As an IBCLC-certified lactation consultant, my primary mission is to empower parents to reach their breastfeeding goals using evidence-based practices. Together, we work to achieve pain-free feeding, fostering a deep bond between you and your baby while supporting their optimal growth and development.
Through my experience, I've found that combining breastfeeding support with Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT) often leads to faster and more sustainable improvements. Some babies may experience body tightness that causes discomfort during feeding, resulting in behaviours such as arching away from the breast, frequent latching on and off, fussiness, or painful feeding for mothers.
For infants with a potential tongue tie, I recommend exploring CFT to release tightness in the tissue under the tongue, promoting optimal oral function before considering any tongue tie release procedures. If a tongue tie release is necessary, CFT can further support improved tongue function both before and after the procedure. This holistic approach helps address the root causes of feeding challenges, providing comprehensive support for both you and your baby's overall well-being.
Services include, but not limited to:
Antenatal breastfeeding consultations (See below for topics covered)
Positioning and attachment
Low supply issues
Oversupply issues
Exclusive pumping
Expressing
Painful feeding
Engorgement
Oral assessment for tongue function
Weaning
Antenatal education
Topics include:
Goal setting
Anatomy of the breast to better understand how it functions
What is lactation and it's varying stages
The importance of the first 3 days
Expectations for your first week
Identifying feeding cues
Positioning for feeding
Understanding normal newborn behaviour
Expected output for age
Low supply
Oversupply
Flat/inverted nipples and possible use of a nipple shield
Managing engorgement
Nipple care
Antenatal expressing
Storing colostrum/breastmilk
Support in the community