Arizona Highlands Midwifery
Lactation Support
Dani is available for in home or office visits. Early support of feeding issues can be the key to a satisfying nursing relationship with your baby.
Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
This is the highest level of training a lactation consultant can achieve. With 20 years of experience supporting lactating families Dani brings calm and confidence to your lactation concerns.With more and more studies showing the importance of breast/chest feeding for newborns, and the impact that early intervention can make in establishing and preserving a satisfying feeding relationship, it is so helpful to have Dani’s support. With the heart of a midwife, Dani responds quickly to help resolve challenges before they become problems.
initial lactation visit is A spacious time to exploere often 1.5–2.5 hours & includes:
deep listening to your questions and concerns
skilled observation and assessment of a nursing session
baby weight check
development of a customized care plan
communication with your health care provider as necessary
Follow up visits are about an hour and include time for your questions, baby weight, reassessment of a nursing session and adjustment of care plan.
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Initial- $150
Follow-Up- $100
Low income/AHCCCS - Free/Pay what you can in Partnership with High Country Lactation
Some insurance companies will cover lactation services
Gift Baskets and Gift Cards Available
Issues That May Indicate a Need for Consultation:
Baby not latching well
nipple pain and/or damage
engorged breasts
tongue-tie
sleepy baby that doesn’t feed at least 8 times in 24 hours
slow weight gain
suspect a low milk supply
plugged ducts or red
painful areas on breast
nursing multiples
preemies, sick and/or hospitalized infants
inducing lactation for adopted or intended child
planning to go back to work