IBCLC Lactation Consultation
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At Essence Prime Care we help mothers and families to experience breastfeeding with confidence, comfort and information, guaranteeing the best start in life for their baby.
What is the IBCLC Lactation Consultation?
A IBCLC Lactation Consultation is a specialized consultation, carried out by internationally certified professionals, focused on supporting the mother and her family throughout the breastfeeding process.
More than nourishment, breastfeeding is an act of love, bonding and protection. However, it's natural for doubts, insecurities and even difficulties to arise. Our role is to guide, support and empower each mother to feel confident and comfortable feeding her baby, always respecting her choices and needs.
In the consultation we address everything from practical issues, such as breastfeeding positions and correct latch-on, to emotional aspects and more specific challenges, always with a focus on the well-being of mother and baby.
You can schedule your appointment during the prenatal phase, so that you feel confident from your baby's first feed.
Why choose Essence Prime Care?
Each patient is seen as a unique and integral being. Our integrative method guarantees personalized and effective care.
10+ years of experience and proven results
Specialists in various pathologies and conditions
Multidisciplinary and complementary team
Integrative approach that looks at the whole patient
Personalized and close monitoring
We treat the root of the problem, not just the symptom
Areas of activity and situations covered by the IBCLC Lactation Consultation
The IBCLC Lactation Consultation can help in a number of situations, including:
- Beginning breastfeeding: correct latch-on, more comfortable positions, managing milk let-down.
- Common questions: how to know if your baby has had enough to eat, intervals between feeds, signs of hunger and satiety.
- Challenges in the process: fissures, engorgement, mastitis, pain when breastfeeding.
- Specific baby situations: premature babies, sucking difficulties, insufficient weight gain.
- Planning and transitions: breast milk extraction and storage, returning to work, gradual weaning.
- Emotional support: strengthening maternal confidence and involving the family in the process.
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Frequently asked questions
Who can benefit from a lactation consultation?
All mothers, whether first-time or not, and families who want support in the breastfeeding process.
Do I have to wait for the birth to make an appointment?
No. The consultation can take place during pregnancy, preferably at the beginning of the third trimester, to prepare the mother and her family for the first days of breastfeeding.
What if I choose not to breastfeed exclusively?
The consultation always respects your choices, helping you to find the best way to feed your baby, whether it's exclusive breastfeeding, mixed breastfeeding or using artificial milk.
Can my baby be present at the appointment?
Yes, the consultation takes place with the mother and baby and is essential for observing breastfeeding in a real context.
Is the monitoring one-off or continuous?
It can be done in just one appointment, but we often recommend continuous follow-up until the mother feels confident and secure in the process.
How much does the consultation cost?
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