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Do I Need a Lactation Consultant?

A breastfeeding consultation can help with many issues. Some of the most common concerns for which mothers seek a consultation include the following: 
  • Your nipples are sore and you have concerns about whether your baby is latched correctly
  • The baby is fussy most of the time and does not seem content after feedings.
  • Sore nipples that last more than a few days.
  • Your baby is not having at least three or four yellow bowel movements in a 24-hour period, after the fifth day. 
  • Breastfeeding is not comfortable.
  • Your baby is sleepy and has fewer than 8 feeds in 24 hours.
  • Your newborn baby has lost more than 7-10% of his/her birth weight. 
  • You feel your supply is low, or you think you may need to supplement feedings with formula, or you have been advised to do so.
  • You're uncertain if your baby is getting enough milk.
  • Your baby seems colicky.
  • Your baby is slow to gain weight, and has not regained birth weight by two weeks. 
  • You have had any previous breast surgery
  • You are choosing to re-lactate or induce lactation for an adoptive child.
  • You are anxious about breastfeeding or in need of reassurance or support.
  • You have been told to wean and you desire a second opinion.
  • You are returning to work.
  • You want to increase milk supply.
  • You have multiples and wish to breastfeed.
  • You did not have the success that you desired with your last breastfeeding experience.
Whatever your breastfeeding needs - BASKING BABIES can help you! Find the breastfeeding bundle or schedule a breastfeeding consultation that will help you and your unique breastfeeding needs.

More Helpful Information
IBCLC - What It Means
Meet the Basking Babies Team
Benefits of a Consultation with an IBCLC
Unique Breastfeeding Situations

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  • HOME
  • About
    • Meet Angela
    • IBCLC - What it means
    • Client Testimonials
    • Awards and Basking Babies in the News >
      • IBCLC Care Award Winner
  • Classes
    • Upcoming Classes and Events
    • B.O.O.B. Camp
    • Breastfeeding "Do's" for Doulas
    • The Pumping Class
    • Skip Baby Puree
    • Mother's Milk for Multiples
    • Baby, Breastfeeding, and Blues for Busy Parents
    • Grandparents Class: Raising a baby now vs. then
    • Basking Babies Breastfeeding Preparation Video
    • Breastfeeding Anew
    • Education for Professionals >
      • Breastfeeding Best Practices
  • Services
    • Services at Guiding Star Marshalltown
    • Services Northern Iowa
    • Breastfeeding Consultations
    • Breastfeeding Bundles
    • Do I Need a Lactation Consultant?
    • Benefits of a Consultation with an IBCLC
    • Unique Breastfeeding Situations
    • Gift Certificates
    • Pay for Services
    • Reservation Fee
    • Doula Partners
  • Cures
    • Blebs
    • Engorgement
    • Low Milk Supply
    • Mastitis
    • Oversupply
    • Plugged Ducts
    • Sore Nipple Care
    • Vasospasm
    • Yeast
  • Resources
    • Breastfeeding and Adoption
    • What if I have an unhappy feeling when my milk lets down?
    • Breastfeeding: Make it a Happy Dance
    • 490 Hours
    • Recipes
    • Other Resources
  • Annual Conference
    • 2021 Fall Conference >
      • 2021 Fall Conference Information
      • 2021 Conference Registration
      • 2021 Fall Conference Sponsors
    • 2019 Fall Conference >
      • 2019 Fall Conference Information
      • 2019 Conference Registration
      • 2019 Fall Conference Sponsors
    • 2018 Fall Conference >
      • Sign up for 2019 Fall Conference Reminder
      • 2018 Fall Conference Information
      • 2018 Fall Conference Sponsors
    • 2017 Fall Conference >
      • 2017 Fall Conference Information
      • 2017 Fall Conference Sponsors
    • 2016 Fall Conference Information >
      • 2016 Conference Registration
      • 2016 Conference Display Table Information
    • 2015 Fall Conference Photos and Information >
      • 2015 Conference Registration - CLOSED
      • 2014 Fall Conference
      • Baby, Breastfeeding, and Blues for Busy Parents
  • Contact