Lactation
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Rental Pumps and Infant Scales
Hospital grade pumps and precision infant scales for rent
Mentorship/Preceptorship
Preceptorship/Mentorship provided for Pathway 2 and Pathway 3 IBCLC Candidates to obtain clinical hours.
*Next Availability beginning Early 2022
*Next Availability beginning Early 2022
Lactation Services
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In Office Visit Initial Consult Fee: $160 Duration: 1.5-2 hours An in office visit is scheduled at the Calhoun Street Office Downtown Columbia, SC . During your visit, a full medical history will be taken for you and your baby. Your infant’s oral anatomy including tongue function, suckling and latch will be evaluated. Your infant’s milk transfer will be calculated using a pre and post feed weight. You will receive a written plan of care detailing everything discussed, educational resources, and plans going forward. Your care provider will receive a visit summary by fax with consent. |
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In Office Follow up visits
Fee: $110
Duration: 1-1.5 hours
(For returning patients only who have already completed an initial consultation)
Fee: $110
Duration: 1-1.5 hours
(For returning patients only who have already completed an initial consultation)
Home Visit
Initial Consult
Fee: $180
Duration: 1.5-2 hours
A home visit is scheduled in the comfort of your home. During your visit, a full medical history will be taken for you and your baby. Your infant’s oral anatomy including tongue function, suckling and latch will be evaluated. Your infant’s milk transfer will be calculated using a pre and post feed weight. You will receive a written plan of care detailing everything discussed, educational resources, and plans going forward. Your care provider will receive a visit summary by fax with consent.
Initial Consult
Fee: $180
Duration: 1.5-2 hours
A home visit is scheduled in the comfort of your home. During your visit, a full medical history will be taken for you and your baby. Your infant’s oral anatomy including tongue function, suckling and latch will be evaluated. Your infant’s milk transfer will be calculated using a pre and post feed weight. You will receive a written plan of care detailing everything discussed, educational resources, and plans going forward. Your care provider will receive a visit summary by fax with consent.
Home Follow up visits
Fee: $130
Duration: 1-1.5 hours
(For returning patients only who have already completed an initial consultation)
Fee: $130
Duration: 1-1.5 hours
(For returning patients only who have already completed an initial consultation)
Telehealth
Initial Consult
Fee: $100
Duration: 1-1.5 hours (virtual)
This virtual appointment is an excellent alternative to face to face support for those not in my geographical area, those on a budget, and for families who are uncomfortable attending in person consultations during Covid-19 since telehealth reduces risk for everyone.
If needed, we will practice proper latching techniques and positioning. I provide a custom care plan so you can implement everything discussed. In some cases, a follow-up or in person visit is necessary.
Initial Consult
Fee: $100
Duration: 1-1.5 hours (virtual)
This virtual appointment is an excellent alternative to face to face support for those not in my geographical area, those on a budget, and for families who are uncomfortable attending in person consultations during Covid-19 since telehealth reduces risk for everyone.
If needed, we will practice proper latching techniques and positioning. I provide a custom care plan so you can implement everything discussed. In some cases, a follow-up or in person visit is necessary.
Telehealth Follow up visits
Fee: $80
Duration: 1-1.5 hours (virtual)
(For returning patients only who have already completed an initial consultation)
Fee: $80
Duration: 1-1.5 hours (virtual)
(For returning patients only who have already completed an initial consultation)
Weighted Feed
Fee: $50
Duration: Varies, dependent upon infant/child’s feeding duration
During this weighted feed appointment, I will obtain a initial weight then you will be able to feed baby at your leisure in a private room. Once baby is done feeding, I will obtain a final weight and help calculate baby’s intake. Please be advised that this appointment is not designed to evaluate latching or other issues. Based on intake a in depth consultation or referral to medical provider may be needed.
Fee: $50
Duration: Varies, dependent upon infant/child’s feeding duration
During this weighted feed appointment, I will obtain a initial weight then you will be able to feed baby at your leisure in a private room. Once baby is done feeding, I will obtain a final weight and help calculate baby’s intake. Please be advised that this appointment is not designed to evaluate latching or other issues. Based on intake a in depth consultation or referral to medical provider may be needed.
Pump Consultation
Fee: $75
Duration: 1 hour (virtual or in person)
A pump consult will help you feel comfortable and confident in the pumping process. We can discuss how to set up your pump, how to clean your pump, and different settings to use when pumping. During the consultation I will adapt the content to your specific pumping goals whether it be return to work, difficulty getting baby to latch, or personal preference.
Fee: $75
Duration: 1 hour (virtual or in person)
A pump consult will help you feel comfortable and confident in the pumping process. We can discuss how to set up your pump, how to clean your pump, and different settings to use when pumping. During the consultation I will adapt the content to your specific pumping goals whether it be return to work, difficulty getting baby to latch, or personal preference.
Prenatal Consultation
Fee: $75
Duration: 1 hour (virtual or in person)
A prenatal lactation consultation is designed specifically to your unique needs, concerns, and goals! This consultation includes all the information you’ll need to get off to a great start including things like what to expect during the first few hours and days after birth. This consultation can be extremely helpful for all expectant parents, but especially for those with a history of PCOS, fertility treatments, breast/chest surgery or trauma, previous lactation difficulties, flat or inverted nipples, or any medical issues that are of concern.
Fee: $75
Duration: 1 hour (virtual or in person)
A prenatal lactation consultation is designed specifically to your unique needs, concerns, and goals! This consultation includes all the information you’ll need to get off to a great start including things like what to expect during the first few hours and days after birth. This consultation can be extremely helpful for all expectant parents, but especially for those with a history of PCOS, fertility treatments, breast/chest surgery or trauma, previous lactation difficulties, flat or inverted nipples, or any medical issues that are of concern.
Mini Consult
Fee: $50
Duration: 30 minutes (virtual or in person)
Mini Consultations are perfect for lactation issues and concerns that don’t require a feeding assessment. Sometimes parents or caregivers have questions they want answered or just need reassurance that doesn’t require a full in depth consultation.
Fee: $50
Duration: 30 minutes (virtual or in person)
Mini Consultations are perfect for lactation issues and concerns that don’t require a feeding assessment. Sometimes parents or caregivers have questions they want answered or just need reassurance that doesn’t require a full in depth consultation.
My personal experience includes over 110 months breastfeeding/lactation with my 5 children! My specialties include but are not limited to tongue tie and lip tie assessments, holistic lactation, LGBTQ+, special needs, milk supply concerns, nipple shield use, and pumping. I offer non judgmental and relaxed individualized care to help you meet your goals!
What is does it take to become an IBCLC?
14 college level health care science courses, 90 hours of formal education specific to breastfeeding 1000 hours directly supervised clinical hours and a 4 hour formal exam at a testing facility.
Check out these links for more information on what an IBCLC is in relation to other lactation credentials
https://lactationlink.com/blog/what-is-an-ibclc/
https://www.rachelobrienibclc.com/blog/im-damn-proud-to-be-an-ibclc-and-this-is-why/
http://nativemothering.com/2013/03/the-alphabet-soup-of-breastfeeding-support/
What is does it take to become an IBCLC?
14 college level health care science courses, 90 hours of formal education specific to breastfeeding 1000 hours directly supervised clinical hours and a 4 hour formal exam at a testing facility.
Check out these links for more information on what an IBCLC is in relation to other lactation credentials
https://lactationlink.com/blog/what-is-an-ibclc/
https://www.rachelobrienibclc.com/blog/im-damn-proud-to-be-an-ibclc-and-this-is-why/
http://nativemothering.com/2013/03/the-alphabet-soup-of-breastfeeding-support/
*Covid- 19 Statement- In response to the Covid 19 Pandemic maximum number of patients per day are limited. Telehealth now available.