- You feel breastfeeding is not going well.
- You need a breastpump.
- Your breasts are rock hard, red and/or hot.
- Your nipples are hurting or sore after the first week.
- Your baby is not back to birth weight by 14 days.
- You are told your baby is not gaining properly.
- You feel as though you are not making enough milk and need to give supplement in addition to breastfeeding.
- Your baby is not eating 8-12 times each 24 hours after the second day.
- Your baby is not rhythmically sucking for at least 20 minutes at each feeding time.
- You baby is very sleepy and/or struggles to wake for a feeding.
- Your baby is not stooling three or more times each 24 hours.
- Your baby’s stool is dark and sticky at 72 hours postpartum.
- You have questions about breastfeeding.
Do I need a Lactation Consultant?
Whether you are having breastfeeding difficulties or simply want to get breastfeeding off to a good start, I can assist.
If you are nursing, are about to become a parent, or you just had a baby and you are concerned or have questions, below is a list of when to call me
for help:
When to Call
JENNIFER MOSS CORBIN BS, IBCLC, RLC
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