Lactation Consultant IBCLC & Registered Midwife
Bass Coast | Gippsland | Virtual
Empowered Lactation and Midwifery offers gentle, personalised breastfeeding and lactation support and guidance for families throughout their feeding journey.
SERVICES
Before Birth - Breastfeeding Preparation
Personalised one-on-one pregnancy consultations to help you prepare for your breastfeeding journey.
After Birth - Feeding Support
Postnatal consultations to support you through breastfeeding challenges and create a personalised feeding plan for you and your family.
Breast Pump Hire
Breast pump hire offers a flexible and cost-effective way to access the equipment you need, when you need it.
The key to achieving your breastfeeding goals is being prepared and having the right support. Breastfeeding can be a beautiful, enjoyable experience, but is hard to enjoy when there is discomfort or challenges.
Working with a Lactation Consultant can help support you to achieve your goals whether exclusively breastfeeding or mixed feeding.
Common challenges we address include:
Support for new parents needing reassurance and encouragement
Challenges with positioning and attachment
Breast or nipple pain during breastfeeding
Mastitis treatment and prevention
Managing engorgement
Vasospasm (painful nipple condition)
Breast refusal & Biting
Support with weaning
Re-lactation after a break in breastfeeding
Supplementing with expressed breast milk (EBM) or formula
Guidance on bottle feeding and mixed feeding (breast & bottle)
Preparing for the transition back to work
Slow weight gain or >10% weight loss
Low milk supply concerns
Oversupply concerns
Potential allergies or intolerances in the infant
Concerns about tongue-tie or lip-tie
Breastfeeding multiples (twins or more)
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