Lactation Support
Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding is natural. Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding is normal.
But it is not always easy.
We are here to help.
Photo by Catie Stephens, Vuefinder Photography
No matter where you are on your journey, or what feeding your baby looks like for you, we are here to support you.
At Mamas & Milk, we strive to foster the connection between parent and baby. One of the ways to build that bond is through feeding your baby. It may come easily; it may be filled with challenges - we have been there! Let us know how we can help. We offer private breastfeeding/chestfeeding support throughout San Diego County with Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs).
We are currently accepting the following insurances: Aetna PPO, UCSD HMO, Cigna PPO, Anthem PPO, Blue Cross PPO, Blue Shield PPO, United Healthcare, and PNOA plans and can bill them for you pending insurance verification. Starting Feb 1, 2023 there will be a travel fee applied to all home visits. Please let us know if you have one of these insurance carriers at booking.
We are currently offering the following services with a Lactation Consultant (IBCLC):
When to seek help:
Breastfeeding/chestfeeding /feeding with your body and not sure when to get help? If you have asked yourself that question, it is already time! Here are some of the things our Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) can help with:
Painful latch
Baby not latching
Sore nipples
Cracked nipples
Nipple shields
Feeling there is not enough milk
Weight gain issues
Tongue tie and/or lip tie issues
Baby hospitalized or in the NICU
Premature baby
Feeding multiples (twins, etc.)
Plugged ducts, breast pain, and/or Mastitis
Oversupply
Bottle feeding issues
Induced Lactation
Chestfeeding
Pumping issues/Flange fittings
Weaning