Assisting and supporting the mother/parent in identifying and meeting their
goals for lactation, educate and support families if you are pregnant or postpartum, conduct an assessment of both mother/parent and infant and to devise a
plan of care in uncomplicated breastfeeding situations, instruction and coaching mothers/parents in optimal feeding positions, latch,
frequency, and duration of feedings, and parameters for infant output, problem solving issues, and counselling employed breastfeeding mothers/parents regarding selection of
a breast pump and maintaining milk supply and breastmilk storage.

Postpartum Consult is a trained professional that works with families in the postpartum period, providing physical, emotional, and informational support to a new mother or primary parent and their family. Making the transitional period between birth and parenthood easier for new families. Including: assisting with recovery, baby care basics, feeding support, emotional support, mentoring, light household support, and more!

It may seem overwhelming, but I am here to help ease the transition into parenthood, to help you make informed decisions and understand your own goals and values, empowering you to parent in the best way for your family.
Topics include: newborn behaviour & characteristics, bonding and attachment, tummy time, caring for a newborn, feeding, diapering and bathing, informed consent, soothing, newborn sleep, and crying.