Reasons to see a Lactation Consultant
Prenatally:
- You had problems with the first baby
- You have inverted nipples
- Have had breast surgery
- Other medical conditions which you think may make it hard to breastfeed
After you have your baby:
- You are having nipple or breast pain
- Milk supply issues
- You are separated from your baby
- Twins or Multiples
- Latch problems
- Your baby acts very sleepy for most of the feeding
- Your baby is not gaining weight well
Join our weekly breastfeeding support group MILK. Free to attend, pre-registration is required.
Information
Our Lactation Consultants are Carole Hanson, IBCLC and Renée Tavares, RD, IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant). For a breastfeeding consultation, please call: 415-353-2566. Individual consultations are available Monday through Friday by appointment at the following locations:
Obstetrics & Gynecology at Mission Bay: 1825 4th Street
Obstetrics & Gynecology at Mt Zion: 2356 Sutter Street