Welcome to Baby's First Sips
In-Home Lactation Consulting, Support, and Education for Families throughout the Greater Toronto Area
Breast/chest feeding Consultations
Just discharged from the hospital? This is usually the time that I get THE phone call. Whatever your concern, I can provide any assistance and support that you may need.
You can expect me to collaborate with you to overcome any issues that you might be having, which includes creating a baby’s feeding plan with you to address identified needs. By the end of the visit, you will be feeling supported, empowered and encouraged.
My Passion
Baby’s First Sips is an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant/ Registered Perinatal Nurse provider of in-home breast/chest feeding support, and education for families throughout the Greater Toronto Area.
My purpose and passion is to help parents navigate through any of the multitude of breast/chest feeding issues that may arise. Depending on your needs, it might be answering questions, clarifying something you might have heard, or offering of support. Other times it can be more challenging issues. In all cases, I am here to help! I do this in the most caring and supportive environment possible - in your own home.
Since I come to you, there is no stress travelling with your baby and trying to get to an appointment on time. I help you create the best environment in your home and then I give you support & guidance to help you meet your goals. Everything is done in your home, where you’re most comfortable, in control, and at ease.
Common Breast/chest feeding Challenges
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Sore nipples and/or breast/chest pain
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Latching & Positioning
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Baby weight gain
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Milk supply
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Preterm baby
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Jaundice
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Gassy baby
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Fussy at breast
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Breast/chest refusal
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Plugged ducts and Mastitis
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Breast/chest Augmentation/Reduction
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Tongue-tie
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Flat or Inverted nipples
My Services
When you choose Baby's First Sips, you’re choosing to live your life to the fullest! There is nothing more rewarding than being with and supporting new families. I see parents transform when things begin to work the way they want and hoped. By choosing Baby's First Sips you will be supported as a unique individual, empowered, and encouraged to be the best parent ever!
In-Home Breastfeeding Support
Just discharged from the hospital? This is usually the time that I get THE phone call. Whatever your concern, I can provide any assistance and support that you may need.
You can expect me to collaborate with you to overcome any issues that you might be having, and that includes creating a baby’s feeding plan with you to address identified needs. By the end of the visit, you will be feeling supported, empowered and encouraged.
Your Home visit will include:
· Complete birth parent and baby health history
· Breast/chest assessment
· Oral and suck assessment
· Latching and positioning support
· Anticipatory guidance & managing common challenges
· Tips & tools to help you: breast/chest feed more easily & effectively,
understand baby behaviours, feeding cues,
milk transfer intake and nutritive feeding
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Private Sleep Consultation
Private sleep consultations are great for parents looking for support and guidance in establishing healthy sleep habits for their baby. It is known that a good sleep is not only essential to your baby's growth and development, but for the whole family's well being. While sleep itself is a natural process, developing healthy sleep habits is a learned skill. With so many conflicting opinions on sleep from books, professionals, family and friends, it can be overwhelming for parents to choose the best sleep approach for their family. I am here to help!
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I have extensive knowledge of baby & early child developmental needs, parenting, effective sleep coaching methods and scheduling routines. I will conduct a comprehensive sleep assessment while working closely with you to design and implement a customized sleep plan for your family’s needs and parenting style.
In-hospital breast/chest feeding support
My primary focus is on breast/chest feeding, especially initial latching & positioning with early skin-to-skin contact. This is the most important time for baby and parent to ensure latching and colostrum/milk transfer, which establishes a healthy milk supply, as well as prevents tissue damage, excessive weight loss or rising jaundice levels. In hospital, the nurses will support your baby's feedings. I can always be on-call to come into the hospital to assist with latching, effective technique, and collaborate with the nurses on a feeding plan.
Prenatal classes
I can offer a customized breast/chest feeding 101 class or one-to-one consultation at your home, that answers all of your questions and more! This is a popular option for those who have a busy family/work life or have friends who would also benefit from the session.
Of course, breast/chest feeding success goes beyond getting the facts, it also involves creating the environment to practice and build your confidence. Whether you’re expecting your first child or you have previously experienced feeding challenges, a prenatal consultation or class will give you the valuable confidence and skills for welcoming your new baby.
What people are saying...
People are at the heart of life here at Baby's First Sips. Below are some of the kind thoughts and thank you notes I’ve received. If you’d like to learn more, please reach out.
Resources
Links to valuable evidence-based resources.
