Lactation Consultation Services

Best Beginnings is committed to promoting positive
breastfeeding relationships between mothers and babies.  
To schedule a private lactation consultation, call Best
Beginnings at 668-2119.

What does a consultation cost?
Private, one-on-one consultations are available for $50
for an hour long, in-store session.  At-home consultations
are also avaialble at $100 per hour long session.

What happens during a consultation?
A consultation involves an examination of mother and
baby and taking a maternal, birth, and infant history.  An
assessment of the breastfeeding relationship will take
place to determine if there are issues to correct and to
make a plan to help you achieve your nursing goals.

When should I seek a lactation consultation?
You may want to see additional help to correct the
following concerns:
2 to 7 days:
Tender nipples, sore breasts, engorgement, baby
sleeping "all the time", or baby "not content"

2 to 3 weeks:
Sore/damaged nipples, low milk supply, unexplained
crying or colic

6 to 12 weeks:
Adjusting to feeding and sleeping patterns, pumping and
storing breastmilk, returning to work or school

Contact - 850-668-2119 or Email

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