LACTATIONAL CONSULTATION
It is proven beyond doubt that breastfeeding is the healthiest option for both mom and baby. They recommend that babies feed only on breast milk for the first 6 months, and then continue to have breast milk as a main part of their diet until they are at least 1 to 2 years old.
It is true that breastfeeding is not always easy for moms and babies. It can take a little time for you both to get the hang of it. It is important to know this up front, so that you can make sure you have all the support and commitment you need if a problem does come up.
Getting lactation support can improve your chances of breastfeeding for as long as you choose.
We offer general breastfeeding support and education.
This includes showing you how to position and latch your baby for nursing and kangaroo care (skin-to-skin contact).
Do you face any of these issues with breastfeeding?
- Breast engorgement
- Sore nipples
- Not enough milk supply,
- Inadequate weight gain in the baby related to feeding
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Sore nipples usually happens because your baby is not well positioned and attached at the breast. Putting up with it could make pain or discomfort worse, so it’s important to get help from a trained health care professional as soon as you can.
When you first start breastfeeding, you may worry that your baby is not getting enough milk. It can take a little while before you feel confident that your baby is getting what they need. Offering your baby both breasts at each feed and alternating which breast you start with will help to stimulate your milk supply. So will keeping your baby close and holding them skin to skin.
Occasionally women make too much breast milk and their babies struggle to cope. It’s best to get a consultation to see why this is happening. We can also show you different positions to help your baby cope with large amounts of milk.
Breast milk provides the best nutrition for most infants, including premature and sick newborns. However, there are rare exceptions when breast milk or breastfeeding is not recommended.
Only a few medications are not recommended while breastfeeding. Although many medications do pass into breast milk, most have little or no effect on milk supply or the infant’s well-being. However, health care providers should always weigh the risks and benefits when prescribing medications to breastfeeding mothers.
Breastfeeding is a skill that you and your baby need to learn together. It may take you both a while to get the hang of it. If you are finding breastfeeding painful or your baby does not seem to be satisfied after feeds, they may not be latching onto the breast properly.