So what exactly does an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) do? (For info on exactly what I do during an in-home consult, head over here)
Many things related to feeding your baby fall under my helping umbrella, so here are a couple of common questions you might call me about as you begin to breastfeed (And if your question isn't listed here, don't worry! Chances are I have been asked that very same question at least a couple of times before):
If you need help with breastfeeding, I am happy to support you. Head over to my contact page to schedule a consult in your home.
Many things related to feeding your baby fall under my helping umbrella, so here are a couple of common questions you might call me about as you begin to breastfeed (And if your question isn't listed here, don't worry! Chances are I have been asked that very same question at least a couple of times before):
- How do I latch my baby?
- Breastfeeding HURTS. How can I fix that?
- I think I have low supply. How do I know?
- How do I increase my milk supply?
- My baby isn't gaining enough weight. What do I do?
- I started off formula feeding, but now I want to breastfeed. Is it too late?
- My supply is too heavy for my baby. How can I fix that?
- I'm afraid my breasts and/or nipples aren't built right for breastfeeding.
- I am engorged, and it HURTS! How do I fix that?
- I think I have mastitis. What do I do?
- I think my baby may have a tongue or lip tie. What do I do?
- I have been giving my baby formula. How can I get back to just breastmilk?
- How do I introduce a bottle? How do I bottle feed?
- I'm going back to school/work. What do I do about breastfeeding?
- I am having twins/triplets. Now what?! Can breastfeeding work?
- I'm ready to wean. How do I do that?
If you need help with breastfeeding, I am happy to support you. Head over to my contact page to schedule a consult in your home.
if you are experiencing problems breastfeeding, or if you have breastfeeding concerns, i can help you!
Rachel Martinez is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and serves clients in Southeast Tennessee. This includes Athens, Benton, Calhoun, Chattanooga, Cleveland, Dayton, Englewood, Etowah, Knoxville, Lenoir City, Maryville, Niota, Oak Ridge, Ooltewah, Riceville, Soddy Daisy, and Sweetwater, Tennessee.
Additionally, we proudly serve families in all or parts of the greater Chattanooga and Knoxville areas including Blount, Bradley, Hamilton, Knox, Loudon, Meigs, Monroe, Polk, Rhea, and Roane Counties, Tennessee.
This site is for informational purposes only. If you have a medical concern, please contact your Primary Care Provider, Pediatrician, or an IBCLC.
Additionally, we proudly serve families in all or parts of the greater Chattanooga and Knoxville areas including Blount, Bradley, Hamilton, Knox, Loudon, Meigs, Monroe, Polk, Rhea, and Roane Counties, Tennessee.
This site is for informational purposes only. If you have a medical concern, please contact your Primary Care Provider, Pediatrician, or an IBCLC.