A midwife can help mothers and babies get off to a great start, find solutions when concerns arise, and answer questions mothers often have about feeding their babies. She can show you how to:
Position and latch your baby
Help you breastfeed after a caesarean birth
Make sure you make plenty of milk
Breastfeed more than one baby
Prevent most breastfeeding concerns
Find solutions if breastfeeding is uncomfortable or not working well at first
Breastfeed a premature baby, or a baby with special needs
Use a breast pump
Breastfeed when your baby is sick or in the NICU
Breastfeed after you return to work or school
Feel confident that you can breastfeed for as long as you and your baby want
A Lactation Consultants guide you in the art of breastfeeding, assist you with parenting skills and provide ongoing support. Consultation includes taking a comprehensive history and assistance with any problems regarding breastfeeding or parenting.
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