Lactation Consultant
Our lactation consultant provides personalised, evidence based support to help you feel confident throughout your feeding journey. Whether you are preparing for your baby's arrival or navigating breastfeeding after birth, our lactation consultant offers compassionate care tailored to the needs of both you and your baby.
Appointments with our lactation consultant are suitable during pregnancy to help you prepare for breastfeeding, or after your baby is born if you would like support with feeding challenges, reassurance, or ongoing guidance. During your consultation, your lactation consultant will assess your individual circumstances and provide practical, personalised strategies to help you achieve your feeding goals.
Support may include:
Preparing for breastfeeding during pregnancy
Latch and positioning difficulties
Painful feeding or damaged nipples
Low or oversupply of breast milk
Engorgement and mastitis
Tongue-tie and oral function assessments
Slow weight gain or concerns about milk intake
Breast refusal or nursing strikes
Pumping, expressing and returning to work
Mixed feeding and bottle feeding
Reflux and unsettled feeding behaviours
Weaning from breastfeeding
Breastfeeding after a difficult birth or caesarean
Breastfeeding premature or medically complex babies
Building confidence throughout your feeding journey
Our lactation consultant takes a holistic approach, supporting both mother and baby to develop a practical, sustainable feeding plan that suits your family's needs. Whether you are seeking education before birth or hands on support after your baby arrives, our lactation consultant is here to help you feel informed, supported, and confident every step of the way.
Our lactation consultant Ella, will be running our free lactation support drop in every alternating Friday.
