Jennifer Welch, IBCLC
What can I do for you?
Prenatal Breastfeeding Education - "Prepare to Breastfeed" Class:
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Comprehensive education to help you feel more confident once baby arrives
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Physiology of lactation, starting to breastfeed, evolution of breastfeeding, what's normal and what's not, managing common difficulties, how to get help if needed.
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Recommended at 30-36 weeks of pregnancy or earlier for twins.
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Gather a group of friends for a discount!
Clinical Care
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Prenatal assessment and plan in the case of previous breastfeeding difficulties, multiples, known risks, or simply needing reassurance and a plan before baby arrives.
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High-level postpartum assessment and care plan to help resolve:
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Insufficient infant weight gain
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Low milk supply
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Difficulties with position and latch
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Breast or nipple pain
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Difficulty with pumping
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Facilitating breastfeeding in complex situations (tongue or lip-tie, musculoskeletal tensions, multiples, prematurity, complex medical issue, separation)
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Any other breastfeeding problem
Flange Fitting
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Did you know that the flanges supplied by pump manufacturers are not a good fit for most people? Most people need MUCH smaller flanges than the ones that come standard issue. Using the right size can dramatically improve pumping comfort and efficiency.
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Assessment using the FITS method
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Trial of multiple sizes of sterilized flanges or inserts to find the size and shape that is most comfortable and effective
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Size range of 10mm - 36mm with various shapes
Services for organizations, students, and professionals:
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Education:
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Conferences, classes, workshops for parents, volunteers, students and professionals
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Professional Mentorship:
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Formal Pathway 3 mentorship for IBCLC students
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Informal mentorship for Pathway 1 or 2 candidates or health care professionals
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Observational or practical internship/stage
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Lactation business coaching
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Advisory
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WHO Code of Marketing of Breastmilk Substitutes
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Ensuring your business/practice supports nursing families
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Breastfeeding support volunteer competency
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Services for families
Three options to meet your needs!
Appointment Types
Terms and conditions
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Services NOT covered by RAMQ
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IBCLC services are covered by SOME private insurance policies. I am unable to confirm whether or not your policy covers my services. It is YOUR responsibility to consult your policy. Receipts issued identifying services as rendered by an IBCLC.
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GST + PST applicable to all services and products
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Subject to availability
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Appointments cancelled or changed with less 24h notice charged 50%
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No shows charged 100%
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If you are late to your office or telehealth appointment, it will still end at the scheduled time since I often have clients scheduled after.
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Home visit times are an estimate since traffic is unpredictable. If I am late, you will still get your full time.
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Payment accepted by cash, e-transfer, or credit card at the time of service
Services for professionals
In addition to providing direct care to families, I also provide education, mentorship, and advisory services to students, health care professionals, institutions, and organizations. Please contact me to discuss your needs.
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