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LACTATION SUPPORT
Certified Lactation Counselor
Diane is passionate about providing unbiased, evidence-based, judgment-free support for you. Breastfeeding and infant feeding decisions can be difficult and emotional, and they're often met with judgment from friends, family, or peers. She strives to make you feel supported, understood, and heard.
She believes the best infant feeding plans meet everyone's needs — not just the baby's. Whether your plan involves breastfeeding, pumping, bottles, or formula, you receive the same unparalleled support and guidance from her. She recognizes that you are the expert on your baby.
Diane helps you achieve your breastfeeding goals. If you are struggling, have questions, or breastfeeding just isn't going as hoped, you can get in touch with her. Visits are casual, low-pressure opportunities to vent frustrations, alleviate stress, and make a plan to help achieve individual goals — no matter what they might be.
When Should You See a Lactation Counselor?
You have nipple pain.
Just because pain is common when you're learning to breastfeed doesn't mean it's normal. If your nipples are cracked, bleeding, or damaged — or if you're beginning to dread feeding — you need a breastfeeding specialist.
Your baby won't latch.
Sometimes your baby won't nurse well even if you're doing everything right.
A professional can help you make a few adjustments to improve feeding for everyone.
You're worried about your supply.
If you've got concerns about your supply, a lactation consultant can help you figure out what might be happening and provide you with tips and strategies to increase your milk supply.
You're planning to pump.
Which pump do you need? How and when do you pump, and for how long? How do you know if you've got the right size flanges? What about bottles? Lactation consultants can help.
You're heading back to work.
Planning a pumping schedule, and keeping your supply steady while you're away from your baby is easier with a plan built around your specific job and hours.
You're ready to wean.
Whether you're weaning by choice or necessity, a lactation consultant can help you do it gradually and comfortably, for both you and your baby.
You want a weighed feeding.
If you're unsure how much milk your baby is transferring at the breast, a weighed feeding can give you peace of mind.
You suspect a tongue or lip tie.
Oral restrictions can affect latch, transfer, and comfort for both of you. A lactation consultant can assess feeding and help coordinate next steps if a referral is needed.
You're still pregnant.
You don't have to wait until baby arrives — prenatal breastfeeding education can help you walk into feeding feeling prepared instead of caught off guard.
For clients heading back to work who want a pumping plan built around their specific schedule and goals, Diane provides personalized support.
Return to Work Strategies
Heading back to work while continuing to feed a baby is a big transition — but with a little planning, it doesn't have to derail feeding goals. Here are some places to start:
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Talk to the employer early. Federal law requires most employers to provide reasonable break time and a private, non-bathroom space to pump. Having this conversation before the return date helps ensure a space and schedule are already in place.
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Get the right gear — and the right fit. A well-fitting flange makes a real difference in comfort and output. If a client isn't sure whether their current pump or flange size is right, that's an easy thing to check before the first day back.
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Build a realistic pumping schedule. Aim to pump roughly as often as the baby would nurse during the hours parent and baby are apart, spaced fairly evenly through the day, to help protect milk supply.
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Have a backup plan. Know the plan for a missed session, a supply dip, or a day when pumping doesn't go as expected — having options in mind ahead of time takes the pressure off in the moment.
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Be kind to yourself. Some days will go smoothly, and others won't. Fed and supported is the goal — for parent and baby.
Lactation Counselor Support
In-Person Initial Visit (Self-Pay) - $200.00 / 2-hour visit
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In-Person Follow-Up Visit (Self-Pay) — $150.00 / 1.5-hour visit
Virtual Initial Visit (Self-Pay) - $100.00 / 1.5-hour visit
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Virtual Follow-Up Visit (Self-Pay) — $75.00 / 1-hour visit
In-Person Prenatal Visit (Self-Pay) — $200.00 / up to 3 hours
Gift certificates are available for all services.