Postpartum Services 

Postpartum care

Feeding changes. The support doesn't have to.

One relationship, every phase of your journey.

From the fourth trimester through whatever comes next.

Dana breastfeeding her newborn at home

I've been where you are.

Why Families Choose Postpartum Care

Get hands-on help while the issue is happening, not a plan pieced together at 2am

Every visit adjusts your feeding plan as your baby changes — not a one-size handout you outgrow in a week

A relationship that carries you through, not a single visit and goodbye

Small concerns get caught early, before they turn into bigger ones

Message between visits, so a hard day doesn't have to wait for the next appointment


Here's what to expect

How Postpartum Visits Work

  • In-home or video, whichever fits your household
  • About 60 minutes together, no clock-watching
  • A hands-on feeding assessment, not just a conversation
  • Real answers to whatever's on your mind that day
  • A written care plan you keep after every visit
  • Messaging support between visits, based on your package

What Postpartum Visits Can Help With

  • Latch and nipple pain
  • Low supply or oversupply
  • Slow weight gain
  • Mastitis and clogged ducts
  • Pumping and flange fitting
  • Bottle introduction
  • Tongue-tie and lip-tie recovery
  • Returning to work while still breastfeeding
  • Weaning, whenever you're ready

Don't see your exact situation here? If something feels off, that's reason enough to reach out.

Now booking postpartum visits — most requests seen within 3–4 days

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Continuous Care

Care that stays with you, long after the first visit.

Seen in days, not weeks

Most consultants book out 2–3 weeks. You're seen within 3–4 days, with messaging and referrals while you wait.

In your own home

Feeding looks different on your own couch, in your own light. That's where we work.

The gaps your pediatrician can't fill

Well-checks are short and infrequent. This is screening and reassurance in between.

A plan that doesn't end at the door

Every visit ends with something written down you can actually return to.

CHOOSE YOUR LEVEL OF SUPPORT


Postpartum packages

Every package below builds in a planned course of care — scheduled visits and support that carry you through, rather than one-off fixes.

Steady Support

Navigating a transition -- starting solids, returning to work, or checking in on your care plan.

2 visits 1 wk. messaging
  • 1 visit to address your need
  • 1 follow-up visit to confirm it's working
  • 1 week of text support between visits
$600 value $540 Book Steady Support

Flex

A few visits in your back pocket to use whenever a need comes up, on your own timeline.

3 visits Use anytime
  • 3 visits, usable any time
  • No expiration within your first year
$900 value $810 Book Flex

Full Journey

A steady guide through the first three months, with consistent in-home support.

4 visits Up to 2 mo.
  • 4 in-home visits
  • Messaging until baby is 3 months old
  • Priority booking
  • Travel included within 50 miles
$1,500 value $1,335 Book Full Journey
Steady Support, Back on Track, and Full Journey include travel within 50 miles of Santa Cruz; a $25-50 fee applies beyond that. Flex Package carries a $25-50 travel fee based on distance in all cases.

Drop-In Visit

A single, focused visit -- no ongoing commitment. 1 week of text support included.

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FAQs

1What services do you offer?

We offer breastfeeding and chest-feeding consultations, personalized lactation plans, postpartum support, and feeding education — from your first prenatal question through weaning. No matter where you are in your journey, we're here to meet you there.

2When should I seek lactation support?

Earlier is almost always better than waiting if not. Common reasons families reach out include pain during feeding, a shallow or difficult latch, worries about milk supply — too little or too much — slow weight gain, improvement, or mastitis, as well as getting ready to introduce a bottle, start solids, or return to work. You don't need a referral or a "big enough" problem. If something doesn't feel right, that's reason enough to ask.

3Who is postpartum lactation support best for?

Postpartum lactation support is for anyone navigating feeding after birth — whether you're working through a specific challenge like pain, a tricky latch, or supply concerns, or simply wanting steady, experienced support as you settle into this new stage. It's especially valuable for first-time parents who want confidence instead of guesswork, and for anyone who's had a difficult feeding experience with a previous baby and wants this time to go differently. You don't need to be in crisis to reach out — planning ahead for support is just as valid as troubleshooting a problem.

4What does prenatal support include?

Prenatal visits are about getting you ready before your baby arrives — specific to your body and your goals, not just general theory. We'll talk through what to expect with feeding, look at any factors that could affect breastfeeding (like flat or inverted nipples, or a history of breast surgery), and build a realistic plan so the first days home feel less overwhelming. It's also your first step into continuous care — by the time your baby is here, I already know your history, and your feeding plan is ready to evolve with you.

5How soon after birth can I see you?

If we've connected prenatally through a Foundations or Fourth Trimester package, priority booking means I can typically see you within 3–4 days of birth — right around when you're settling in at home, which is exactly when feeding questions tend to surface. If we haven't met yet, reach out as soon as you're ready and I'll get you scheduled as quickly as I can.

6What makes you different?

I run my practice differently on purpose. Most lactation care is built around single visits — I built mine around relationships, with a planned course of follow-up in every package. Every family gets continuity, not goodbye.

7How can I contact you?

Reach out anytime via our contact page or send a text. We aim to respond within one business day.