Obtain a complete prenatal and medical history for you and your infant
She will ask you about your birthing experience.
Discuss medications you are taking, including prescriptions, over-the-counter medications and herbal supplements and vitamins.
Do a full breast exam, including measuring your nipples for flange fitting, if needed.
Discuss your feeding plan.
Do a head-to-toe assessment on your infant. She will take a temperature, heart rate and respiratory rate and weight (pre-breastfeeding)
Observe a breastfeeding session if you desire. During this time, she will assess the latch, position, and hold of your baby while breastfeeding and provide guidance as needed.
Do a post breastfeeding weight if you breastfeed during the consult.
Provide invaluable information that will help you along your breastfeeding/lactation journey.
Answer any questions you may have about breastfeeding, lactation and newborn care.
Provide you with a detail feeding plan report.
Forward a copy of your visit to your infant’s pediatrician, if you desire.
