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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