Postnatal Consultation
Those first days and weeks with a new baby can feel overwhelming, especially when feeding is painful, stressful or not going as you had hoped.
As an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), I offer calm, evidence-based breastfeeding support across Bath, Bradford-on-Avon, Trowbridge, Frome and the surrounding Wiltshire and Somerset areas, at home or virtually.
Together we'll look at your feeding journey so far, including your birth, your goals and any challenges. A full feeding assessment helps us understand what's going on and create a realistic plan that protects your wellbeing and helps your baby feed comfortably and effectively.
Feeding Support ~ What to expect
Every consultation is a full feeding assessment with myself, an IBCLC lactation consultant, followed by a written plan and a check-in. Extra support is available in the event you would like to add this at a later date.
In person
Home visit
£175
Up to 2 hours
A full feeding assessment in your own home, where feeding actually happens. Travel within 20 minutes of Bradford on Avon is included.
Online
Virtual consultation
£120
Up to 2 hours · UK-wide by video call
The same assessment by video, wherever you are in the UK. A good option if you live further away or would like to be seen sooner.
Home visit travel: up to 20 minutes' drive from Bradford on Avon is included. Every additional 10 mins, add £20. Further than 1 hour - happy to discuss
Included in every consultation
BEFORE
Intake Form
A short form about you, your baby and feeding so far, so our time together goes on what matters.
ON THE DAY
Feeding Assessment
Up to 2 hours, in your calm and comfortable environment, full feed assessment and recommendations tailored to your needs and goals.
AFTERWARDS
A personalised Plan
Emailed to you after the consultation, with clear steps and recommendations for your top priorities.
3-5 DAYS LATER
Check- In
One scheduled check-in to see how things are going and adjust the plan if needed.
What the assessment covers
Together, we will look at you, your baby and the feed itself. Your plan then focuses on the priorities that matter most to you.
You
Your birth and health story
Breast assessment: engorgement, blocked ducts, nipple damage, mastitis
Nutrition and wellbeing
Your feeding goals
Your baby
Oral assessment: tongue movement, palate shape, coordination
Weight and growth
How well milk is transferring
Behaviour during feeds
Feeding
Observe a full feed, both breasts where possible and applicable
Positioning and latch coaching
Bottle feeding, pumping and combination feeding
Returning to breastfeeding
Ongoing support, if you’d like it
Some families feel settled after one visit. Others like someone alongside them for a little longer. Add any of these when you book, or later on.
30 MINUTES
Additional Follow-up call
£30
A phone call to talk through progress, questions and next steps.
1 WEEK
WhatsApp support
£50
Message me with questions and updates, by text or voice note, while you put the plan into practice.
4 WEEKS
WhatsApp support
£150
For feeding that is still changing week to week. Works out at £37.50 a week.
WhatsApp support runs Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with replies within one working day. It isn't for urgent concerns. For those, please contact your midwife, health visitor, GP or NHS 111.
Further appointments
For families who have already had a consultation.
Virtual follow-up (60 mins) £55 per hour
Home visit follow-up (60 mins) £100 per hour
Evening and weekend appointments Add £25
Not sure?
Get in touch to find out more as to how I may be able to help