Lactation
Televisit
support in increments of 30 minutes
review of: birth and any issues since, mother and baby health
latch/hold/positioning
breast/nipple assessment
newborn check-up findings such as weight gain
televisit limits ability to assess ankyloglossia (tongue tie)
parents can provide view with guidance provided
discuss pumping, any need for supplementation, return to work plan
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Office visit
same evaluation as television with hands-on assessment
provides added benefit of:
palpation assessment for any breast concerns
infant oral assessment for tongue and/or lip tie
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