Let’s go through your questions, worries and situation and plan how to get your upcoming journey off to the best start together.
This consultation is perfect if:
- You have worries or questions about feeding your baby.
- You have a previous feeding journey that maybe didn't go to plan.
- If you have risk factors or may have a high risk birth (this may include preterm birth or if your baby needs to spend some time in the Special Care Baby Unit).
- If you have medical history that you wish to discuss (including but not limited to breast surgery, medication, polycystic ovaries, thyroid issues, diabetes).
(Upto 1 hour).
Feeding support once your baby arrives.
Support in your home working with you through any feeding difficulties you and your baby may be having (up to 2 hours).
Depending on the situation I can weigh baby, conduct oral assessment/ check for tongue tie and observe a feed providing a feeding plan based on my findings.
This also includes text/ Whatsapp support for 1 week following*.
Available anywhere, either a telephone call or via Microsoft Teams (up to 1 hour).
It is important to note that although there are benefits of virtual contact there are also limitations so this is best suited for reassurance/ to answer questions.
Further support in the comfort of your home.
Only available after original consult.
(Usually 1-1.5 hours).
Great if I have already supported you and you just want a follow up call, or if you have some more straightforward issues or questions.
(Up to 30 mins).
Conflicting advice from different healthcare professionals can be confusing and negatively impact your feeding journey. Continuity of carer and support can help build your confidence, having a trusted source to support you throughout your journey can be your key to success.
My support package includes
- Meeting antenatally (1 hour virtually)
- A telephone call as soon as you wish once baby is born (availability dependant).
- A home visit to see you- as soon as your ready (availability dependant, up to 2 hours).
This package is perfect for preparation, for reassurance and for support, if things aren't going to plan it's ideal for early intervention.
Package includes
- 1x Postnatal Home Visit (upto 2 hours).
- 1x Postnatal Follow Up (Usually 1-1.5 hours).
Complete a contact form, include all information you think will be useful.
I will review and see how best I can support you.
I will reply with my availability and discuss via email (usually within 12 hours).
Keep an eye on your junk box for replies.
If the appointment provided works for you, I will send a consultation form, my Terms and Conditions/ Consent and my payment details.
Once the completed consultation form, confirmation you have read and accept my Terms and Conditions/ Consent and payment is received support can start.
Please Note: Destinations of face to face services within a 20 mile radius of CA17 are included in prices detailed above, destinations further than 20 miles from CA17 incur an extra 45p per mile additional charge.