What to Expect at Your Lactation Appointment — Jenn Taylor LC

What To Expect

At Your Initial Appointment | At Your Prenatal Lactation Appointment | FAQ Page

Empty hospital room with a patient bed, two chairs, a small mirror, and wall shelves with a plant, all with soft lighting.

A stethoscope with pink tubing lying on a wooden desk next to a laptop.

A nursing pillow with a brown and white zigzag pattern on a bed, with a white brick wall and white headboard in the background.

Your Initial Appointment with Baby

You’ll be welcomed into a quiet, comfortable, and private space where you can relax and focus on your baby. Appointments are up to 90 minutes, so there is plenty of time and no need to feel rushed.

We’ll begin by reviewing your intake form and discussing your feeding goals—what’s working well and where you may need support.

Feeding Assessment

Your baby will be weighed to assess growth. If helpful, we may do a second weight after a feed to better understand milk intake.

I will observe a feeding and offer gentle, practical guidance:

Breastfeeding: support with latch, positioning, comfort, and milk transfer
Bottle feeding: guidance to improve comfort and effectiveness, based on NICU experience

Personalized Care Plan

Within 24 hours, you’ll receive a customized care plan tailored to you and your baby, with clear next steps. You’re always welcome to reach out with questions after your visit.

Collaborative Care

If needed, I may recommend other providers (such as physiotherapy, chiropractic, speech-language pathology, or dental care). With your permission, I’m also happy to communicate with your physician or midwife.

Follow-Up

Follow-up appointments may be recommended depending on your needs.

Partners Are Welcome

Partners and support people are encouraged to attend. Their involvement can help build confidence and provide valuable support at home.

Prenatal Lactation Appointment

You’ll be welcomed into a quiet, comfortable, and private space. Appointments are up to 60 minutes, so there’s plenty of time and no need to feel rushed. Your partner and support person are welcome to attend if you choose.

We’ll focus on your goals and help you feel confident, informed, and supported as you prepare to feed your baby.

During your appointment

Birth plan & how it may impact feeding
What supplies you need (and what you can skip)
What to expect in the first few days
Antenatal colostrum collection + complimentary kit
Common challenges and how to handle them

After your appointment

Within 24 hours, you’ll receive a personalized care plan for you and your baby—easy to refer to anytime, especially during those first days.

You’ll leave with a strong foundation—and a trusted lactation consultant ready to support you once your baby arrives.

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