What to Expect in a Prenatal Lactation Consultation
Preparing for your breastfeeding journey before your baby arrives can make all the difference. A prenatal lactation consultation—sometimes called a prenatal breastfeeding consult—helps you feel confident, informed, and supported as you step into parenthood. Whether you’re a first-time parent or adding another little one to your family, meeting with a lactation consultant during pregnancy sets you up for success.
Prepare for the First Days After Baby Arrives
The first few days with a newborn are filled with big changes—for you and your baby. During your prenatal lactation consultation, we’ll go over:
What to expect with milk supply in the early days
Normal newborn feeding patterns
Signs your baby is getting enough milk
How to handle common challenges such as sore nipples or engorgement
Knowing what’s normal (and what’s not) can ease anxiety and help you feel prepared.
Create a Plan to Meet Your Goals
Every family has unique goals and medical histories that can influence breastfeeding. In your prenatal consultation, we’ll review your health background, birth plan, and feeding preferences. Together, we’ll create a personalized plan that sets you up for success—whether your goal is exclusive breastfeeding, pumping, combination feeding, or another approach.
Virtual or In-Person: Flexible Options to Fit Your Needs
One of the best parts of a prenatal consultation is that it can be done virtually or in person. For many families, a virtual appointment provides the convenience of meeting from home while still getting personalized support. For others, an in-person visit offers hands-on demonstration and reassurance. At ForeMilk Lactation, we’re happy to meet you in whichever way works best for your schedule and comfort.
Ready to Build Your Team?
You have planned for your support team during labor, but have you created your support team for postpartum? Let’s get to know each other now so that once your baby arrives, you’re not searching for help or doom Googling at 2 am.
Read more about building your support team here: https://www.foremilklactation.com/blogposts/letsprepareforfeeding
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