tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28385944584362026552011-10-12T17:38:09.899-06:00Breastfeeding Education and SupportLinda Neale, IBCLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01291376981237355912noreply@blogger.comBlogger11100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838594458436202655.post-85221390209162826692008-02-28T16:44:00.001-07:002008-03-19T11:09:03.876-06:00<em>Breastfeeding is natural. Why do I need a Lactation Consultant?</em><br /><br />Breastfeeding is very natural, but not automatic; rather, it is a learned skill that mother and baby develop as they begin to know each other, and learn better ways of obtaining milk through some basic techniques and education.<br /><em></em><br /><em>Do you offer a FREE consultation?</em><br /><br />Yes, I offer a FREE 30 minute prenatal consultation. I also offer gift certificates. They are perfect for baby shower gifts!<br /><br /><em>Do I need to choose a Lactation Consultant before my baby is born?</em><br /><br />It is helpful to choose a Lacation Consultant in the same way you would choose a pediatrician before your baby is born. It is reassuring to know who to call if you need assistance.<br /><br /><em>How do I know if I need help?</em><br /><br />*When breastfeeding is painful<br />*When breastfeeding causes sore nipples<br />*When your breasts are engorged or you have plugged ducts or breast infection<br />*When your baby won't latch on or has trouble feeding for any reason<br />*When you have a sleepy or fussy baby who is not gaining weight, or you are just concerned<br />*When you feel like weaning before your baby is a year old<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/2838594458436202655-8522139020916282669?l=lindaneale.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Linda Neale, IBCLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01291376981237355912noreply@blogger.com