Lactation Consultants & Breastfeeding Support in Vancouver

Gentle, evidence-based support from certified lactation consultants — available in Vancouver and online. We guide you with personalized care, helping you overcome challenges and build confidence in every step of your breastfeeding journey.

Why Get Help Before & After Birth?

Feeding is natural, but not always easy. With the right guidance, you’ll feel confident, comfortable, and supported from day one.
Establish breastfeeding from the start
Prevent & solve common issues sooner
Learn positions, latch, and comfortable holds
Involve your partner for shared support & bonding

Initial In-Home Consult

Private / 1.5 hours
$ 225 per consult
  • 90–120 minutes at your home
  • Full latch assessment, positioning, weighted feed
  • Personalized plan + follow-up check-ins

Follow On Consult (Second Home Visit)

Private / 1 hours
$ 175 per consult
  • 60 minutes at your home
  • Full latch assessment, positioning, weighted feed
  • Personalized plan + follow-up check-ins

Virtual Zoom Consult

Virtual / 1 hour
$ 125 per consult
  • Secure video consults for quick guidance
  • Ideal for follow-ups or minor issues
  • Screen-share for pump/flange fit tips

What You’ll Learn & Get

Foundations

How milk supply works (demand/supply)
Comfortable latch & positioning (cradle, cross-cradle, football, side-lying)
Feeding cues, hunger vs. soothing

Troubleshooting

Sore nipples, shallow latch, engorgement
Low supply basics & when to seek medical input
Tongue-tie awareness and referral pathways
Pumping, flange sizing, paced-bottle feeding

Your Plan

A clear, step-by-step feeding plan tailored to your baby
Practical schedules that fit your life
Follow-up support to adjust as baby grows

Why Choose New Born Company?

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Certified Educators

Experienced, registered prenatal instructors.

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Small Groups

Intimate groups for better learning & Q&A.

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Hands-On Training

Practice with real gear & realistic dolls.

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Supportive Atmosphere

Warm, caring, and judgment-free environment.

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Flexible Options

In-person, in-home, or live online.

FAQ – Lactation Consultants & Breastfeeding Support

1. When should I book a lactation consultation?
You can book anytime — prenatally (around weeks 30–36) to prepare, or postpartum, especially in the first days and weeks when challenges often arise.
No. We support breastfeeding, pumping, combo-feeding, and formula-feeding families with the same gentle, evidence-based care.
A certified consultant will observe a feeding, assess latch and positioning, perform a weighted feed if needed, and create a step-by-step plan for your family.
Yes! We encourage partners to be part of the visit so they can learn how to support feeding, burping, and bonding.
We assess oral function, suggest latch adjustments, and provide referrals to trusted Vancouver providers if further evaluation is needed.
Many families see improvement in just 1–2 sessions. Follow-up support is available to fine-tune and answer questions as your baby grows.
MSP does not cover private lactation support. Some extended health plans may reimburse sessions — we provide detailed receipts for submission.
Yes. We’ll adapt positions for C-section recovery and provide practical strategies for twins or multiples.
Pain is a sign that something isn’t right. We’ll investigate causes such as latch, engorgement, or tongue-tie, and give you practical solutions for relief.
Yes. We review feeding patterns, latch effectiveness, and pumping routines, and recommend strategies or referrals to boost supply safely.
Yes. We provide prenatal classes — group, private, or online — so you feel confident and prepared before your baby arrives.
Absolutely. We’ll check pump fit and comfort, and help you set up a pumping schedule that supports your supply goals.

Did we answer all your questions?

If not, feel free to give us a call to discuss.

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