Natural Baby Doulas
BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT
We are passionate about helping new moms fulfill their desires to breastfeed their babies. One of our doulas, Jessica Bower, is a lactation consultant (IBCLC) and she provides a variety of services to support breastfeeding families in pregnancy and in the early days and weeks postpartum.
Lactation Consultations
Jessica does 60-90 minute lactation consultations either in the comfort of your home. This visit includes assessments of you, your baby, and a feed. Weight checks occur before and after feeds to know exactly how much your baby eats. Pumping and bottle feeding are assessed as well if desired. Reasons for scheduling a consultation include but are not limited to: painful feedings, low milk supply, damage nipples, concern about tongue tie or lip tie, engorgement, slow weight gain, or simply reassurance. All your questions are answered and Jessica works with you to develop a full feeding care plan that works for your family. The ideal time to reach out is during pregnancy so a prenatal visit can be scheduled in the third trimester. If your baby has already arrived, all attempts are made to see the mother and baby as soon as possible.
Lactation visits are 100% covered for most clients with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem, Aetna, UHC, UMR, and Cigna health insurance.
To get pre-approved for free visits, please complete the contact form on the website. You can complete the form in pregnancy or once your baby has arrived.
Jessica's gentle approach meets you where you are and helps you and your baby have the best experience with breastfeeding and bonding as possible. Jessica is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and her undergraduate degree is in psychology and counseling and her graduate degree is in education. Her passion is to calmly care for, listen to, and educate the family in this precious but also challenging season.