Let’s talk about

Breastfeeding

Cause this girl looks hungry!

Prenatal Visit

$200.00

What to expect during the visit

Review of your pregnancy, medical, and breastfeeding history.
Discussion of your birth plan and how it may affect early feeding (skin-to-skin, delayed cord clamping, immediate breastfeeding, rooming-in).
Education on newborn behavioral cues for hunger, feeding frequency, and normal newborn weight loss and stool/urine patterns.
Hands-on practice with positioning and latch using a doll or self-practice; demonstration of common holds (cradle, cross-cradle, football, side-lying) and modifications for C-section recovery, sore nipples, or large breasts.
Evaluation of potential anatomical issues (flat/inverted nipples, breast anatomy, prior breast surgery) and a plan to address them.
Discussion of pumping: when to start, how and when to use a pump, choosing a pump, flange fit, cleaning and storage basics for expressed milk.
Supply management: early cues for adequate milk transfer, hand expression basics, introduction to frequent removal to support supply, and strategies if separation from baby is expected (e.g., NICU).
Pain prevention and management: common causes of nipple pain, prevention techniques, and safe postpartum treatments.
Medication and breastfeeding: review of current medications and any that may affect milk supply or require precautions.
Newborn safety and jaundice: signs to watch for, when to seek help, and how feeding supports jaundice management.
Development of a feeding plan: practical steps for the first 24–72 hours, backup plans if breastfeeding isn’t immediately possible, and local resources for in-person postpartum support (lactation consultants, breastfeeding groups).
Confidence with a few comfortable holds and basic hand expression.
We will review any questions and concerns you may have so that you feel more confident, supported, and excited about your future breastfeeding experience!

We offer a variety of consults!

At Home Consult with Baby

$300.00

90–120 minute home consult

What I’ll assess

Baby: feeding cues, latch and positioning, suck pattern, tongue- and lip-tie signs, weight trends, if you have recent weights
Breast: milk supply concerns, nipple pain or damage, engorgement, plugged ducts, mastitis history.
Feeding routine: frequency/duration of feeds, use of breast and/or bottle, pumped milk, and supplemental feeding methods.
Parent comfort and goals: pain management, return-to-work plans, medication/supply concerns, breastfeeding duration goals.

What we’ll do together

Observe a feeding and coach gentle hands-on adjustments to positioning and latch.
Teach effective breast compressions to enhance blood flow and improve transfer.
Demonstrate pumping techniques and equipment settings for your pump model.
Show safe and comfortable ways to offer a bottle or supplemental feed if needed (cup, syringe, supplemental nursing system).
Troubleshoot nipple pain, blocked ducts, oversupply/undersupply, or nipple shield use.
If needed, perform an oral motor/fit check for tongue or lip ties and help plan next steps.
Give clear, written feeding and follow-up plans you can use at home.
We will discuss how you and your family are feeling and steps to move forward.

Follow-up Consults

$200.00

What we will observe and assess at the follow-up visit

If your baby has had any recent doctor visits, tests, or medications, have that information available.
Gather any feeding-related items: breast pump and parts, bottles, nipple shields, recent weights if you have them, and the clothing you usually nurse in.
Baby’s latch and positioning during feeding
Baby’s feeding cues, suck pattern, and swallowing
Breast comfort, nipple condition, and any signs of engorgement or blocked ducts
Pumping effectiveness and how pumped milk is being stored/handled (if applicable)
Infant weight trends and diaper output as indicators of adequate intake
Mother’s pain levels, milk supply concerns, and emotional well-being

Hands-on support and teaching

Gentle, respectful assistance with latch and positioning
Demonstration and coaching for efficient pumping (including pump flange fit)
Strategies for improving milk transfer and increasing supply, if needed
Techniques to manage pain, cracked nipples, engorgement, mastitis, or plugged ducts
Safe, practical strategies for night feeds, cluster feeding, and returning to work
Guidance for supplementing, paced bottle-feeding, or relactation if relevant

Care plan and next steps

Personalized feeding plan with specific, achievable goals
Practical tips to try between visits and signs to watch that would prompt earlier contact
Recommendations for follow-up—timing for another visit or remote check-in, and when to contact your pediatrician
Most follow-up home visits last 60–90 minutes, depending on needs.
If you have immediate concerns before the visit (fever, severe breast pain, a red swollen area on the breast, baby isn’t waking for feeds, or has very few wet diapers), contact your pediatrician or seek urgent care, and let me know so I can prioritize those issues during the visit.

Pumping consult

$150.00

We will review your current pump (hospital-grade, double electric, single electric, manual) or recommend options based on your needs, frequency, and insurance eligibility.

Flange sizing: They will measure and assess flange fit (size and shape) and show how to check for proper nipple movement during a session. Proper flange fit is one of the most important practical issues addressed.
Parts and accessories: Guidance on tubing, valves, membranes, collection bottles, shields, and useful accessories (hands-free bras, pump stands, replacement parts).
Sanitization and maintenance: Instructions on cleaning, sterilization, and routine maintenance to keep pumps working well and reduce infection risk.

Hands-on pumping observation and coaching

Setup and positioning
Pump settings and let-down
Troubleshooting: Addressing low output, pain, or poor vacuum
Milk collection and storage: Practical advice on how long to pump, how often, how to store and label expressed milk, and how to combine milk from multiple sessions safely.

Assessment of supply and feeding plan

Supply evaluation: The consultant will evaluate milk output trends, breastfeeding or infant intake if applicable, and provide strategies for increasing or maintaining supply (power pumping, frequency, supplemental nursing system, galactagogues discussion).
Scheduling: Personalized pumping schedule tailored to your work hours, baby’s feeding needs, and goals (e.g., maintaining supply during work, establishing exclusive pumping).
Integration with breastfeeding: If you’re also nursing, the consultant will advise on combining nursing and pumping to protect supply and infant feeding skills.
A written summary that includes recommended pump settings, flange size, replacement part suggestions, a sample pumping schedule, and troubleshooting tips will be provided.
Printed or verbal step-by-step instructions and demonstrate assembly/disassembly, cleaning, and replacement part checks.

Registry and product recommendatiions consult

$100.00

Need help choosing the right breastfeeding and pumping products for your new baby? Our personalized Product Recommendation Service at Katie Taylor Lactation takes the guesswork out of preparing for feeding—so you get tools that fit your feeding goals.

What we do

Assess your feeding plan: breastfeeding-only, combination feeding, exclusive pumping, or transitioning back to work.
Recommend evidence-based, practical product options: breast pumps (manual, single, double, hospital-grade), pump parts and flange sizing, nipple shields, nipple creams and barrier products, milk storage solutions, bottles and slow-flow nipples, lactation supplements and foods, wearable pump accessories, nursing bras and clothing, breast pads and leak protection, cleaning and sterilization tools.
Prioritize safety, comfort, efficiency, and budget: we include pros/cons, expected lifespan, and realistic price ranges.
Provide a tailored shopping list with must-haves, nice-to-haves, and starter quantities so you buy only what you need.

Ready to simplify feeding prep? Book a Product Recommendation consultation and get confident, customized product guidance so you can focus on feeding and bonding with your baby.

We know there are many things to consider when it comes to breastfeeding in the beginning.

Katie Taylor Lactation offers a variety of consults and evidence-based resources to better guide and support you through this journey and the many surprises you may discover along the way.

From preparing a plan for your stay at the hospital that’s supportive of your feeding goals to recognizing what may alter your journey in the first few days, and how to better navigate for that moment if it arises, so that you feel guided, supported, and not pressured in any way.

Transitioning home with a baby and welcoming a safe, sustainable feeding plan your growing family can use with ease and comfort is our goal.

We are looking forward to meeting and supporting you during this exciting and deeply meaningful time.

Please take a closer look at the many services that we provide and reach out to us anytime.

With Love,

‍Kate

Our prenatal home consultation can help you develop a guided feeding plan for you and your baby,

for your post-partum journey at the hospital.

It is crucial to ensure

The care team always has a clear

picture of your expectations and choices, especially when it comes to breastfeeding. support

A written plan supports consistent

advocacy for your preferences—such as

Skin to skin time with baby, feeding goals,

visitation, supplementation regulation if

recommended, to better help

prevent misunderstandings and during busy times

or stressful moments. By outlining

practical steps and contingency options,

The plan promotes smoother

communication between you, your

support team and clinical staff, as it

fosters confidence in decision-making in these

precious early moments.

Working together to create this plan

equips you and your family with realistic

expectations and security for a gentler transition

home, so you can focus on recovery,

bonding with your baby, and sustaining and

achieving successful

feedings.

From the beginning of my work/study in Sydney, Australia, to my current position as a full-time Lactation Consultant for a Postpartum unit and NICU in Los Angeles, California, there has never been a greater need than now for Mother -Baby support and advocacy with breastfeeding.

Working with families to provide passionate preparation and careful guidance to navigate your breastfeeding journey and transition home with baby is at the core value of every consult and follow-up consult.

Together, we will focus on and discuss;

The first crucial steps to ensure the baby’s alignment and comfort at the breast
First steps to take if the latch is uncomfortable
Understanding cluster feeding.
Safe methods for combo feeding
Understanding how a latch really works.
The science behind milk supply and demand, and how the baby signals your milk to come in.
How both vaginal and C-section deliveries can be better supported in the Hospital setting regarding breastfeeding with a designed plan of care before delivery.
Preparing for the onset of colostrum to milk transition, through the first week and beyond.
Immediate and careful intervention of pain or discomfort with latching the baby.
How and when to safely and correctly introduce pumping to support milk supply.
Correct sizing of flanges and inserts
Navigating all the products and overwhelming information related to breastfeeding and pumping.

This is a precious moment that requires nothing less than science-based and trustworthy support from a licensed professional. I would be honored to have the opportunity to better support you and your family's successful journey forward.

‍ With love,

‍ ‍ Kate ‍

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