Prenatal IBCLC Consultation
Empowering you with knowledge for a confident start, before your baby arrives.
Achieve your feeding goals with confidence
Pregnancy is exciting, and it can also feel overwhelming when you think about feeding your newborn. This one-on-one session gives you personalized, evidence-based preparation so you feel informed, supported, and genuinely ready.
What to expect
This 60-minute session is all about preparing for the early days of feeding your baby. Whether you're planning to breastfeed, pump, or explore combination feeding, it's a warm, judgment-free space focused entirely on your goals, so you walk into those first days with a plan instead of a question mark.
During our time together, we'll cover:
- Recognizing effective feedingHow to read feeding cues and know your baby is feeding well.
- Encouraging milk productionHow to establish and protect a strong, healthy milk supply.
- Navigating common challengesPractical strategies so early hurdles feel manageable, not scary.
- Partner supportReal ways your partner can be part of the feeding journey.
- What's normal in the early weeksSo you can tell 'normal' from 'needs attention' with confidence.
How it works
Comprehensive overview
We discuss what to expect in the first days and weeks after birth.
Interactive guidance
Plenty of space to ask questions and get personalized advice.
Goal setting
Together we create a care plan aligned with your feeding goals.
Partner involvement
Tips and strategies so your support person can help meaningfully.
The best time to book is your third trimester, typically 28–36 weeks, so the information stays fresh and you have time to practice a few skills before your baby arrives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still wondering about something? Reach out any time.
The third trimester, typically between 28 and 36 weeks, is ideal. That gives you time to absorb the information, practice a few skills, and prepare your support network before your baby arrives. Consultations can be helpful at any point in pregnancy if you'd like to plan ahead.
Absolutely, and I encourage it. Feeding is a family effort. When your partner, spouse, or another support person joins, they learn practical ways to help, understand normal newborn behaviour, and feel more confident supporting you. A strong support network is one of the biggest predictors of feeding success.
Yes. You can schedule follow-ups in person or virtually whenever new questions or challenges arise. Every IBCLC consultation also includes one full week of messaging support afterward, so you're never left alone while you put your care plan into practice.
Yes. I support every feeding path without judgment. Whether you're breastfeeding, chestfeeding, exclusively pumping, combination feeding, or transitioning to formula, I help you do it comfortably and confidently. That includes bottle refusal, paced bottle feeding, and moving between breast and bottle.
Yes. Virtual consultations are highly effective, and many families prefer them. With a little preparation, good lighting and a couple of short feeding videos. I can assess latch, positioning, milk transfer, and pumping just as thoroughly, and you receive the same personalized care plan. Virtual appointments are available to families across Canada.
Ready when you are
Request an appointment and we'll build a calm, practical plan together.