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Breastfeeding Services Northern Iowa

Basking Babies is now bringing over 70 years of collective experience in baby care and breastfeeding services to Northern Iowa and surrounding areas. Consultations are in the offices in Iowa Falls or in Hampton, IA. 
​Sara Macy RN, IBCLC, long time resident and breastfeeding advocate in the Iowa Falls area, will be working as an associate with Basking Babies/Angela. The goal is that together they will be  seeing all moms who desire lactation care.  

Lactation Consultations

Prenatal Lactation Consultations
A consultation before baby arrives will address your breastfeeding concerns and together you and Sara or Angela will design a best practice plan for your breastfeeding journey. This plan is individualized based on your history, anatomy and goals for breastfeeding. 

Postnatal Lactation consultations
Sara or Angela will assess your baby's oral anatomy, your breast anatomy, observe your baby's latch and feeding. She will assist with latch, positioning, holds, and  together you will design a plan for going forward.  Sara or Angela will follow up after the consultation by phone.

We aim to serve any and every mom who needs lactation services. Please reach out to schedule your appointment.  Scholarships are available if needed.
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Online Classes

*ONLINE VIDEO OPTION* Breastfeeding Preparation Video
This hour-and-twenty-minute video teaches you everything you need to know to prepare for breastfeeding your baby.
Fee is $15 and the video can be accessed at anytime.

 Skip Baby Puree via Zoom - Marieta Boberg, Registered Dietitian and IBCLC will be sharing the process of baby led weaning and when your baby is ready to start self-feeding. We will discuss why your baby doesn't need to start with pureed foods and what you can offer instead. Learn what nutrients are essential for your little one and what foods will meet your baby's growing needs.

BOOB Camp via Zoom - We're Angela Swieter and Katie Nyberg, two highly experienced postnatal professionals, who have combined our expertise to create a class that focuses on all things related to new moms, their partners, babies, breastfeeding and families. We'll address the questions and concerns we hear from so many families who don't feel prepared for those first few hours, days, and weeks after their baby's birth. 
 
​The Pumping Class via Zoom -
A great class for moms heading to work or any mom who wants to learn more tips and tricks for pumping. This class covers pumps, handling and storing breastmilk, bottle introduction, talking to your employer and maintaining supply.
More Helpful Information
IBCLC - What It Means
Meet the Basking Babies Team
Benefits of a Consultation with an IBCLC
Do I need a lactation consultant?
Unique Breastfeeding Situations

Testimonial
I’m so excited for Basking Babies to come to Iowa Falls and be a resource for all of our lactating mothers here. I met Sara 5 years ago when I had my son. I was on the verge of giving up my breast feeding journey, when she acknowledged my struggles and gave us a diagnosis no hospital lactation consultant would. Within 1 week, I was back to nurturing my little baby with a smile and a bright year ahead.

After I had my daughter just over 2 years later, I knew I wanted to have a lactation consultant check her too. Although she wasn’t having troubles nursing, she was having some other colic and digestive issues. That is when I met Angela.  She was so helpful in regulating my milk supply and giving us a natural, holistic supplement regimen. I valued her insight and use of alternative medicine instead of wanting to use pharmaceuticals to treat my newborn baby.
 

​Since my breast feeding journey, I have stayed in touch with Angela for 3 years with her Facebook group, text messages, and even sharing my office space with her a few times. I’m very excited about the service she is bringing to our beloved Iowa Falls and all the mothers they will be able to help. A true dynamic duo!

​
Dr. Paige A. Vierkandt DC, Iowa Falls


Breastfeeding History Form

Click HERE for the breastfeeding history form or download the document to the right. 
Kindly fill out the form and have it ready for
your appointment. 


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Insurance

We can provide you a receipt to submit to your HSA or FSA.

Over 30 years of Award-Winning Care
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We serve families all over Central Iowa, including: Des Moines, Ames, Ankeny, Altoona, West Des Moines and more.

​Our office is located at the Altoona Medicap at 950 28th Ave SW Altoona, Iowa 50009
 email: lactationlady@live.com | phone: 515-210-1868
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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