lactation consulting services in geelong

offering lactation, antenatal and general parenting support,
Thrive offers one-on-one support & guidance for families in the Geelong region

 
 

ANTENATAL BREASTFEEDING PREPARATION

Not just for first time parents, this one hour consultation (ideally around 36-37 weeks gestation), offers the opportunity to connect before your baby arrives. 

Perhaps you’ve had a challenging breastfeeding journey previously and you’re feeling anxious or apprehensive - this catch-up allows an opportunity to discuss the experience and implement a plan for moving forward with positivity. 

During your consultation, conversation around what you do or don’t need for breastfeeding, what to expect in those first hours, days and weeks with your breasts and baby and if you wish, a lesson in hand expressing colostrum is included.

Antenatal breastfeeding consultations are offered at the Thrive office which is located at 237 Roslyn Road in Highton. If you are unable to travel a home visit can be arranged for an additional fee. Antenatal breastfeeding consultations can be one on one, (partner or support persons welcome) or small group sessions can be arranged.

 

FEEDING SUPPORT

Positioning and attachment
Inability to latch well
Management of tender or damaged nipples
Reduced milk supply or over supply of milk
Breast refusal
Breastfeeding on demand
Nipple shields use and disuse
Slow weight gain
How and when to express breastmilk
Assessment of tongue ties and referral pathways
Expressing and bottle feeding guidance
Pre and post birth support including weaning

 

PARENTING SUPPORT

Baby massage
Common parenting conversations
What behaviour to expect from your newborn
Settling techniques for unsettled babies
Sleep and settling assistance
How to recognise if your baby is tired or hungry
Support for families going through a difficult period with their mental health

 

PROFESSIONAL FEES

Antenatal breastfeeding consultation
Up to 1.5 hours
The Thrive office $150
In your home $180

Postnatal breastfeeding consultation
Up to 1.5 hours (over 1.5hrs will incur extra fee)
The Thrive office $195
In your home $225

Virtual /phone consultation
Up to 30 minutes $50

Express consultation
Pumping guidance, flange sizing
Up to 30 minutes $50

Baby Massage
1 hour workshop
The Thrive office $125
In your home $150

Antenatal & postnatal package
Book an antenatal consultation and receive 10% off your first postnatal consultation.

Thrive packages available
Pre-purchased and packaged to suit your individual needs. Pricing on request. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Cash/ Credit Card facilities available

  • Sunday and public holiday surcharge $50

  • Travel will incur extra fee if outside the Geelong area - quoted with address

  • Private Health rebates are available depending on individual health funds and level of cover

  • Gift vouchers are available for any value and are redeemable for consultations as well as products