Breastfeeding | Follow-Up
Breastfeeding | Follow-Up
Includes one Breastfeeding Medicine Follow-up Consultation for mother and baby, either via telemedicine or in the comfort of your home. Visits are scheduled directly with Dr. Renno at a time that is convenient for you. If selected, your registration also includes an additional seven days of support via telephone and text.
Concerns that can be addressed during this visit are listed below. Please refer to Frequently Asked Questions for additional information.
MATERNAL CONCERNS
Milk Production: Delayed lactogenesis, low milk supply, /hyperlactationoversupply
Painful Feeding: Nipple damage, plugged ducts, milk blebs, dermatitis, vasospasm
Infections: Mastitis, thrush, mammary dysbiosis
Maternal Wellbeing: Debilitating fatigue, postpartum depression, dysphoric milk ejection reflex
Anatomic Barriers: Flat or inverted nipples, insufficient glandular tissue, history of breast surgery/injury
Medical Barriers: Maternal thyroid disease, PCOS, medication contraindications
Complex Nursing Scenarios: Nursing multiples, nursing in the NICU, tandem nursing, inducing lactation for adoption
Pumping: Exclusive pumping, painful pumping, returning to work, milk storage
Weaning: Abrupt weaning due to medical emergencies, difficulty weaning when desired
INFANT CONCERNS
Growth: Neonatal weight loss, slow weight gain, failure to thrive
Jaundice: Will work closely with your pediatrician to accurately diagnose and manage
Latch: Painful, shallow, inefficient, losing suction, choking, nipple shield dependence
Tongue Tie: Frenotomy during the visit if indicated, non-invasive management options
Medical Complications: GERD, cow milk protein intolerance, food allergies
Challenging Cases: Cleft lip and palate, Trisomy 21, prematurity, hypotonia, anatomic barriers
Infant Refusal: Bottle preference, breast refusal, bottle refusal
Follow-up Breastfeeding Care for mother and baby can be arranged after a Newborn Preventive Visit or an Initial Breastfeeding Consultation.