Infant Feeding Support
Breastfeeding Support
Breastfeeding is a beautiful way to bond with your baby and has countless benefits for both.
If provided with the appropriate assistance and guidance, the vast majority of mums can have a long and happy breastfeeding journey with their baby.
A Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) could be an invaluable help when things are going less well.
Lactation Consultation: Suitable for mums that are not sure what the issues are and need an in-depth assessment and close guidance. A typical consultation will involve a thorough medical history collection, an examination of the breasts, examination of the infant’s oral cavity, and observation of a feed. After a comprehensive assessment the issues will be identified and a management plan will be designed, adapted to your individual situation and aimed at achieving your breastfeeding goals. The follow-up of the implementation of the management plan with be done over the phone or email. Support included up to 2 weeks after the appointment.
Mini Lactation Consultation: Suitable for mums that are confident with breastfeeding but need guidance in a particular aspect such as pumping, returning to work while breastfeeding, or anything else. During this appointment a management plan will be designed, adapted to your individual situation and aimed at achieving your breastfeeding goals. The follow-up of the implementation of the management plan with be done over the phone or email. Support included up to 2 weeks after the appointment.
The main reasons why mums look for the help of an IBCLC include:
- nipple or breast pain
- latching issues
- low milk supply
- poor weight gain
- returning to work while breastfeeding
- feeding a sick baby
- feeding while having health issues
- Feeding in public
- There will be time at the end on the session for any questions that participants would like to ask.
This is not an extensive list and an IBCLC can help you with many other issues that may arise before, during and after your breastfeeding journey.
The Lactation consults can be done in the client’s home (depending on location), in assessment room in Kilkenny city or by video call.
The costs of the consultation can be totally or partially covered by private health insurance. It’s advisable to confirm coverage with your insurance provider before booking your appointment.
For more information about the Lactation Consultant’s role please visit www.alcireland.ie
Bottle Feeding and Formula Feeding Support
Many babies and mums can struggle with bottle feeding their babies and require guidance in this area. Unfortunately the majority of healthcare professionals can only provide generic advice and does not posses the skills to do an individualized assessment and treatment plan.
The main reasons for needing help in this area are:
- messy feeds
- difficulty sucking
- excessive wind
- excessive gas
- bottle aversion
- insufficient milk intake
- excessive milk intake
- insufficient weight gain
- excessive weight gain
With the adequate guidance, bottle feeding can be a very pleasurable and calm experience for baby and parents.
The feeding consults can be done in the client’s home (depending on location), in assessment room in Kilkenny city or by video call.
The costs of the consultation can be totally or partially covered by private health insurance. It’s advisable to confirm coverage with your insurance provider before booking your appointment.
For more information about the Lactation Consultant’s role please visit www.alcireland.ie
