Lactation care
Lactation support from pregnancy through weaning, including latch, milk supply, pumping, breast concerns and feeding transitions.
Lactation support from pregnancy through weaning, including latch, milk supply, pumping, breast concerns and feeding transitions.
Covered by select insurance plans
A full feeding history, observation of a feed, and assessment of latch, positioning, and milk transfer. The breast is examined when indicated.
You leave with a written feeding plan and a follow-up schedule.
Mastitis, nipple trauma, and supply concerns that require medication are treated by our women’s health clinicians in the same practice. A lactation visit and a medical visit can be scheduled together.
Prenatal lactation consultation is available for those planning to breastfeed after a previous difficult experience, with a known risk factor for low supply, or with a history of breast surgery.
Lactation care is documented for both parent and infant. Some plans cover lactation services under the infant’s benefit. We verify coverage before the visit.
In person at 1000 N Lake Park Blvd STE 175, Carolina Beach, or virtually across North Carolina.
A free 15-minute call with our patient care coordinator.
A short form collects your history, your baby’s date of birth, and insurance information.
A feeding assessment, in person or virtually, followed by a written feeding plan.
Coverage varies by plan. Many plans cover Lactation consultation as preventive care, and some cover it under the infant’s benefit. We verify your benefits before the visit. Self-pay pricing is available.
As soon as feeding becomes a concern. Early support can be especially helpful for supply, latch and comfort, and prenatal consultation is also available.
Yes. Many feeding assessments can be done virtually. In-person visits are also available.
Yes. Mastitis and other breast conditions that require medication are treated by our women’s health clinicians in the same practice.
Yes. The feeding assessment includes your baby.
Tell us what is going on and our patient care coordinator will help you find the right place to start.