Lactation Services

"Between baby crying before every nurse and his somewhat inconsistent pooping pattern, I was getting a little concerned that I was either doing something wrong or he wasn’t getting enough milk.  Not a very original new mom concern, but I couldn’t shake it off. He was gaining weight, but I was just lacking some self confidence in my nursing ability. Surely meeting with a lactation consultant would at least make me feel better so it seemed worth taking the time. So I decided to schedule an appointment just before my little guy turned 2 weeks. Little did I know it would result in more than just making me feel better. My consultant was very quick at determining that I had a letdown too forceful for him, so she recommended a different nursing position. Immediately, he latched on and nursed peacefully - something he had not done in a week! He still hasn’t cried once at nursing since then, making as you can imagine everybody’s life a lot more pleasant. Shealso measured the quantity he drank in one feed by weighing him before and after with a very precise scale - and he was definitely getting plenty! We discussed more positioning options, pumping tips and bottles for when I return to work as well. And those also worked as my husband gave him his first bottle last week and it went very smoothly. All in all, I think this turned out to be the most useful hour and a half I spent educating myself on a baby related matter!"

"After having a C-section with induced labor - something that was completely different from my natural birth plan I was totally upset having to battle milk supply issues. Learning that it was due to an inherent hormonal problem, the lactation consultant at the hospital totally gave up on me after suggesting a few supplements. I met with the consultant at Herself Moms after that since I had this staunch determination that I would do all it takes to work on my milk supply. She helped me do just that - she was like the best medicine prescribed for my situation. She listened patiently about my case and worked with me to give a plan that would help increase my milk supply. She was very empathetic to my hormonal situation and gave me courage to battle with it. Following her plan helped a great deal and I am now able to feed my baby with a larger percentage of my breast-milk and supplement with formula only as a top up. She has been very forthcoming in answering my follow up questions to help me maintain the supply.  I am so glad I met with her."

"Keep up the good work ladies- attend the tools for labor class because that was the most helpful class my husband and I attended. It really helped me be strong for labor and prepared us for this amazing journey. I have enjoyed prenatal yoga and all the good tips and advice that Julie gives us. Can’t wait for postpartum sculpt!!!"

"I had the privilege of receiving a lactation consult at Herself Moms. I emailed Julie in the middle of the night while I was nursing my baby and in tears due to the pain it was causing me. I did my research, read books, looked up websites, but it was not helping me. I am a registered nurse and thought that I would be able to breastfeeding easily with the knowledge that I had but it was not so simple. I scheduled a consult at my house. She was very patient with us and she was determined to make it work for me so I wouldn’t have the pain anymore. I was so surprised at how many different techniques there could be for breastfeeding. In the end, we got him to latch correctly. She also took the time to answer my long list of questions. I am still breastfeeding my son and plan on doing it for at least a year. There is absolutely no pain anymore and it is such a wonderful experience to be able to provide him with the best thing possible for his health. I figure that the price of a lactation appointment is nothing compared to the rewards of breastfeeding your baby and not having to pay for formula that has nowhere near the benefits that breast milk has. Thanks so much to Herself Moms and Julie! Owen and I are very grateful!"

"I received more breastfeeding support and encouragement from Herself Moms than I did from my own family! My C-section recovery was challenging which made breastfeeding all the more demanding. Thankfully, one phone call to Julie changed everything. I got immediate help over the phone; the consultant came to my home for my first consult; and my follow-up appointment was in-store. She tailored and then modified my lactation plan to increase my milk supply and ensure the best results for me and my daughter. Three and a half months later, we are still going strong! Herself Moms was been a true blessing as I journeyed into motherhood!"

"I just wanted to say thank you for all of the help you have given me and Sydney in our last 2 consultations. I feel like we have rectified my issues and concerns and I am set up to succeed with breastfeeding when I go back to work shortly. Your advice and support have been really invaluable. Julie, thank you for helping coordinate times to come in that work with my schedule, fitting me again for the pumping bra and checking my pump. I really appreciate it. What you both do is really a game changer for a lot of women and your focus on this area of women’s health is really remarkable. I can’t say enough good things to enough people. Thanks again!"