What Does a Lactation Consultant Do?
Learn what a lactation consultant does and how it benefits both mom and baby.
What is a Lactation Consultant?
A lactation consultant is a trained healthcare professional who specializes in helping parents navigate the challenges of breastfeeding. Their primary role is to provide education, support, and practical solutions to ensure a successful feeding journey for both the parent and baby. Lactation consultants work with families to address common concerns such as latching difficulties, low milk supply, nipple pain, and infant weight gain. They also provide guidance on pumping, milk storage, and transitioning between breastfeeding and bottle feeding.
Why Hire a Lactation Consultant?
Understanding Their Role and Benefits
If you’re expecting or recently welcomed a baby, you may be wondering: Should I hire a lactation consultant? Breastfeeding is a natural process, but that doesn’t mean it always comes easily. Many parents face challenges along the way, and a lactation consultant can provide expert guidance and support to help ensure a positive feeding experience for both you and your baby.
Should I Hire a Lactation Consultant?
Yes! Being a mom is hard and we know feeding your baby can be a very stressful time. Some moms find that breastfeeding goes smoothly while others struggle with their latch, milk supply, engorgement, and other complications. You only have a short time to work with a lactation consultant in the hospital but with The Confident Latch, we can meet you at your home (or virtually) as often as you’d like to assist you on your breastfeeding and parenting journey.
Find a Local Lactation Consultant
Breastfeeding Support in Cleveland
The Confident Latch recognized an increased need for compassionate evidenced-based lactation follow-up after mom & baby are discharged home. Being board certified, registered nurse Lactation Consultants, we take great pride in what we do. Our company ensures our patients have the confidence they need to care for their new baby and meet their breastfeeding goals.
