Whether it's reflux, colic, mucous stools, suspected food intolerance or back arching; something isn't right. I will design for you an individualised health strategy. With some simple adjustments, you will have your healthy and happy baby snuggled peacefully in your arms.

What is involved

What happens in an initial consultation with me?

An initial consultation begins before we even meet. You will have the opportunity to share your experience, upload any blood test results and outline your baby's health history. This includes the period of pregnancy and conception; because your two month old has been alive for much longer than two months! During the consultation, we will discuss your concerns, identifying the underlying factors. I aim to observe a breastfeed; some families choose to pre-record this. You will gain an understanding of how and why this particular issue is happening; and together we will build an achievable strategy for resolving and removing the obstacles to your child's health and happiness. You will have my ongoing support to achieve this.

FAQ

  • Are you a Lactation Consultant?

    No. A lactation consultant will assess the mechanical aspect of breastfeeding with a deep understanding of anatomy and variations of this eg. a high roof cavity. While I do guide mothers on some aspects of breastfeeding mechanics, my focus is on the health of your baby using breastfeeding as a "window" and treatment pathway. For example if your baby has a rash that appears on and off, or seems very unsettled after breastfeeding.

  • I am so tired, I can't imagine making any changes right now!

    We will build the treatment strategy together meaning there will only be achievable changes in it. Often this means that we design a step-by-step approach so that the first changes are easy and will offer you the energy to make the next change. You are my client as much as your baby; I am supporting your postnatal recovery as well. I know you feel empty because, let's face it, an unsettled baby is the most exhausting experience. Therefore every moment of peace will be adding to your whole families wellbeing.

  • What health conditions do you treat?

    Babies have a limited range of symptoms they display- vomiting, crying, rash, stool changes, back arching, excess wind, muscle/oral tension, wakefulness. We have a few names for these conditions, like reflux or colic, but the underlying cause isn't well understood. That is likely because their are so many potential factors. Your baby's reason might be different from another baby. Individualised care is the only way to bring comfort to your baby.

  • Will I be giving herbs to my baby?

    No, not likely. I use breastfeeding as a therapeutic window. This means, your body can absorb and deliver necessary minerals, we can harness your microbiome, your immune system can be adapted to teach your baby. Is that experimental? No, that's natures design. You have between 100-600 probiotic species in your breastmilk and they are specific to your family. There is rarely a need to use a commercial probiotic when we can farm what is there already.

  • I don't know if the issue is my health or my baby's?

    Yes, that is often the case. Breastfeeding is a unique moment in time when your baby is out into the world but still using your organs- you are the first stage of their digestive system, immune system and hormonal system. You are offering them guidance, filtering and cocooning them this way. Because I am working with you as a dyad, a mother-baby team, I use the clues in both of you to identify the issue. You can expect to gain more energy and wellbeing alongside your baby.

  • Is it in a clinic setting or online?

    I offer online consultations as I have found it to suit families best. With as little disturbance as possible, we are able to cover so much more with our time. For those in the surfcoast area who would refer a home visit please contact me