When breastfeeding just doesn’t seem to get any easier, we understand that this can be frustrating for new moms; however, this is an issue that many women face, so you certainly aren’t alone. Sometimes you just need a little guidance and help from a certified lactation consultant. Here at TLC Pediatrics, our certified lactation consultants ensure that every mom and baby gets the support they need to make breastfeeding a success.
What to Expect
When you come into our practice there are a few questions that we will need to ask first to gather more information regarding you and your baby’s health, including your health history and information about pregnancy and delivery. We will also check your baby’s weight and ask questions regarding breastfeeding and go through any specific concerns you have.
During a lactation consultation, we will examine many aspects of the breastfeeding process, from the baby’s positioning and behavior to making sure your baby is latching and sucking. We can also reposition the baby and correct any issues we may see to improve breastfeeding for both you and your baby. We will write down any instructions that we provide, and you can call us at any time for additional help or for any new concerns that arise.
We know that breastfeeding is hard, and we may recommend joining us at our baby class, where you can meet other new moms, or other community supports. Here at TLC Pediatrics, we want our patients to feel at home. While we are often focused on your baby growing healthy and strong, we also recognize that a healthy baby needs healthy parents, and will do everything we can to provide support, guidance, and help during this new transition into motherhood.
Reasons to consider lactation consulting include:
- Trouble with latching or painful latching
- Low milk supply
- Poor weight gain in your infant or weight loss
- Breast pain and/or infection
- Refusal to take the breast or increased fussiness
- Bottle refusal
- You have a baby with special needs (e.g. premature infants; multiples)
If you are interested in our lactation consulting services in Norwalk, CT, call TLC Pediatrics today at (203) 855-7551 to schedule a consultation or to learn more.