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Serving San Diego in-person, everywhere virtually
In-Home & Office Pumping Consultations
IBCLC help, your home or my office with easy parking
Unfortunately, many IBCLCs are not trained in pumping and flange fitting, and this leaves many parents with inflammation and a lower production than possible. All parents who are pumping should have an IBCLC who understands the science of pumping and has a variety of flanges for the client to try.
PUMPING CONSULTS ARE FOR PARENTS WHO
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Want to check in on the pump fit
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Are exclusively pumping
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Are you experiencing nipple or breast/chest pain with pumping
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Whose nipples look puffy after pumping
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Experiencing frustration with pumping
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Are not pumping enough to feed their baby
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Who are not able to find a comfortable size through a mini session
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Are going back to work
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Feel their body is producing too much milk
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Are unsure of how to use their pump or if they may need a new pump
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Are using a wearble pump
Pumping is breastfeeding
WHAT HAPPENS IN A PUMPING CONSULT?
I LEARN MORE ABOUT YOU, YOUR BABY, AND YOUR LIFE
I learn more about you, your baby, and your life through forms and conversation. A care plan only works if it meets your lifestyle and feels doable. This portion also includes learning more about you and your pumping needs.
WE CHECK THINGS OUT
This is the portion where I measure your nipples, observe a pump session, and observe you try on several sizes. The best size will provide the most comfort and be the best at removing your milk.
WE MAKE A PLAN AND UPDATE THE PLAN
This last portion is where we use the information from the previous steps to create a plan. This plan will vary based on your pumping goals and how close you are to them.
Ruth Hale,IBCLC is now a part of SDBFC. You can still book her lactation support by clicking the form below
Booking & Finances
Insurances accepted both by SDBFC in-person in San Diego and virtually everywhere:
Travel radius for in San Diego (travel fees apply to home-visits):
East county and Southbay san diego:
East County San Diego (college area, El cajon, Rancho san diego, Santee, alpine, San Carlos, La Mesa and Jamul), Southbay (Chula Vista, Bonita, National City, Otay Ranch, San Ysidro, and Eastlake, Encanto, paradise hills)
Central and Coastal San Diego:
Central (north partk, south park,Mission Valley, Tierrasanta, Linda vista, Clairemont, Mira mesa, miramar),Downtown san diego ( Hillcrest, little Italy, mission hills, Golden Hills) Coastal areas (Coronado, Point Loma, Ocean Beach, Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, La Jolla).
North County
( Del Mar, Carmel Valley, Encinitas Scripps Ranch, 4s Ranch, Rancho Santa Fe, Cardiff, Escondido, Poway, Carlsbad, and San Marcos)
Session length:
Prenatal initial appointment: 60-90 minutes
Postpartum Initial appointment: 60-90 minutes
Postpartum follow-up: 60-90 minutes
Steps to book:
WHAT YOU GET
60-90 minute in-home or office visit
This is where we will complete the consult steps and come up with a plan.
Virtual message support
This is where we do the updates on plans if needed. You can check in on how everything is going and we can do some more troubleshooting.
Product recomendations
The pump industry is a whole new world. There are so many brands of pumps and products for pumps. I will send you links for pumps that fit you and your products.