Lactation Consultations
Judgment-free breastfeeding support — because feeding your baby shouldn't feel like a solo project.
Feeding your baby is a skill — for both of you. If breastfeeding hasn't been what you expected, that doesn't mean you're doing something wrong. It means you deserve real support.
We help with latch issues, sore nipples, low or oversupply concerns, pumping schedules, and the transition back to work. Every plan is built around your goals, not anyone else's ideas of what feeding should look like.
Whether you're exclusively breastfeeding, exclusively pumping, mixed feeding, or moving to formula, our role is to make the plan you choose work — safely and sustainably.
Understanding lactation support
Lactation support helps you with the practical and physical sides of feeding your baby — latch, positioning, milk supply, comfort, and confidence. Every parent and every baby is different, and small adjustments often solve big frustrations.
Whatever your feeding goals, our role is to support them. There's no single 'right' way to feed your baby — only the way that keeps you both healthy and helps you feel confident.
Signs and symptoms
Lactation support can help if you're experiencing:
- Painful latching or sore, cracked nipples
- Concerns about your milk supply — too little or too much
- A baby who seems fussy or unsatisfied after feeding
- Engorgement, clogged ducts, or signs of mastitis
- Uncertainty about pumping or returning to work
- General questions about feeding and positioning
No concern is too small. If something feels off, it's worth talking through.
How we evaluate it
A lactation consultation starts with understanding your goals, your baby's feeding patterns, and any challenges you're facing. From there, we offer hands-on guidance and a plan tailored to your situation.
If a medical issue is contributing to feeding difficulty, Dr. Fan can evaluate it and coordinate care so nothing falls through the cracks.
What support looks like
Support may include help with:
- Latch and positioning techniques
- Building or managing milk supply
- Relieving engorgement and preventing clogged ducts
- Pumping strategies and planning for return to work
- Managing pain and improving comfort
- Setting realistic, personalized feeding goals
The goal is a feeding experience that works for your body, your baby, and your life.
There's no single right way to feed your baby — only the way that works for both of you.
When to see Dr. Fan
Consider a consultation if:
- Breastfeeding is painful or frustrating
- You're worried about your baby getting enough milk
- You want to prepare before your baby arrives
- You're planning to pump or return to work
Your visit, step by step.
- Step 1
Tell us your goals
There are no wrong answers — we start where you are.
- Step 2
Assess
A gentle latch and feeding assessment, plus any relevant weight or supply data.
- Step 3
Plan
Concrete adjustments, positioning tips, and a schedule to try.
- Step 4
Follow up
We check in as often as you need — feeding evolves, and so does the plan.
Lactation Consultations: your questions.
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