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How can a professional lactation consultant help you

Breastfeeding is the best, most natural way of feeding your baby, providing protection and the right amount of nutrients for healthy growth and development.

Wondering how a professional lactation consultant can help you?

As it is very important for your baby to get his antibodies during his/her first few months, breastfeeding has to be done properly. If you find it difficult to do it yourself, get the best lactation support you need from the best lactation consultant at the right time.

We provide a balanced approach to breastfeeding by solving the common practical problems involved. You can get your questions answered and get the needed support through our one-to-one sessions from the comfort of your home or from our clinic on a private session. We offer online video chat and telephonic consultation as well.

Mothers or Mothers-to-be, you have come to the right place for a compassionate and non-judgmental support in your journey to become that super mom for your toddler.

The most important characteristics of breastfeeding:

  • Breast milk contains the main nutrients that your baby needs in first months of growth
  • Breast milk is quickly digested if compared to other types of milk
  • Breast milk doesn’t cause gases, dyspepsia or bowel irritations
  • Breast milk contains immune bodies that protect the baby from infection with some diseases specially during first days after birth
  • Breast milk is safer to the baby, also it doesn’t need to be prepared as other types, furthermore it always keeps its temperature constants
  • Water existence with good quantity to protect the baby from dehydration and thirst
  • Feeding itself is beneficial for you, as it helps uterus to return to its normal condition
  • Breastfeeding provides tight connection between the mother and the baby, as the baby feels warmth, love and safety
  • Elongation of breastfeeding usually causes stoppage of menses and that leads to spacing between births
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Mastitis and Lactation

Answers to the most common questions about Mastitis in lactating women.

Q. Is it OK to breastfeed with mastitis?

A. Yes, midwives and lactation consultants encourage feeding with mastitis to ensure the breasts are fully empty.
Not emptying the breasts will increase the severity of mastitis.

Q. How common is mastitis while breastfeeding?

A. Mastitis is common, occurring in approximately 1 in 5 women. Mastitis most often happens in the first 4 weeks of breastfeeding when cracked nipples, positioning problems and breast engorgement are most common.

However by seeking the correct support and guidance from your midwife/lactation consultant then this number can be decreased.

Q. What does the beginning of mastitis feel like?

A. The beginning of mastitis may have fever symptoms, redness on breasts, engorgement, tingling sensation, and pain. 

Q. What are the main causes of mastitis?

  • Milk that is trapped within the breast/milk ducts caused by Ineffective feeding, incorrect positioning, having a shallow latch, and going long periods without feeding.
  • It can also be caused by bacteria build up on the skin/saliva which enters milk ducts through cracks in the skin/nipple.

Q. Does mastitis go away on its own?

Sometimes regular effective feeding/expressing is enough. However, depending on the severity may require antibiotics/ readmission into hospital.

Q. What are the best treatment for Mastitis?

The best treatment for mastitis are;

  • Warm Compress
  • Pain killers (anti-inflammatory)
  • Antibiotics (if required)
  • Rest
  • Fluids
  • Regular Feeding/Expressing

Note: You should consult your Doctor before taking any medications.

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