The majority of breastfeeding challenges can be avoided with proper prenatal instruction and help within the first 2 days after giving birth to your baby. Please recognize that problems tend to worsen without the appropriate care. The following is a list of challenges/services for which you may need the assistance of an IBCLC:

• Low milk supply

• Oversupply / Overactive Let-Down

• Sore/Damaged nipples

• Mastitis 

• Thrush/yeast

• Recurrent plugged ducts

• Infant suck assessment

• Reflux precautions

• Slow weight gain

• Weight loss 

• Breast and/or nipple pain

• Tongue-tie 

• Twins/Multiples

• Jaundice

• Late preterm infants (born between 35-37 weeks)

• Pre-term (born less than 35 weeks gestation)

• Returning to work

• Weaning

• Breast Pumps

• Refusal to breastfeed

• Relactation/induced lactation (adoptions)

• Public speaking/breastfeeding advocacy

• Prenatal Breastfeeding Classes

• Weight checks - The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that all breastfed babies be seen by a Healthcare Provider knowledgeable in breastfeeding management within 2-4 days of life for a weight check, observing for jaundice, and management of breastfeeding concerns. 

 

If you did not see the service you are seeking, please contact GCBC for additional information.