INSURANCE COVERAGE:
START BY VERIFYING YOUR BENEFITS
Athena Lactation is currently undergoing changes to insurance acceptance while moving to our new location.
At this time, I can only accept cash-pay clients, with the expectation that I will be accepting most major insurances again by April.
I cannot accept Medicaid, but Medicaid and WIC patients are offered a heavily discounted cash-pay rate. Select "WIC Families" as your appointment type at booking.
PRIVATE-PAY CLIENTS
Clients who pay out of pocket for lactation care can book directly through the book now button! Concerns about cost? Please reach out by phone or email!
I am happy to discuss payment plans.
WHAT KIND OF APPOINTMENT DO I CHOOSE?
IN-HOME
Being in your own space can help you feel more comfortable and confident.
No need to worry about what to bring with you.
Keeps you relaxed while you heal!
Medically fragile infants can stay home for their appointments.
The same care as an office visit, without putting on pants!
PRENATAL
EDUCATION
One-on-one care with an IBCLC prenatally can make you feel more confident!
We will discuss:
- Your feeding goals and how to meet them
- Breast care and milk handling
- What to expect in the first days postpartum
- Normal newborn behaviors
- Any questions or concerns you may have
Includes:
- Scheduling preference for your first appointment postnatally
- Unlimited access to education given by IBCLC during visit (infographics, websites, etc.)
- Written postpartum feeding plan (like your birth plan, flexible but outlining your goals)
FEEDING AT THE BREAST
Latch and positioning
Help getting your baby back to breast after bottle feeding or using a nipple shield
Clinical management of infant feeding and breast health
Exercises for improving latch and transfer
Includes:
- Weight monitoring
- Written feeding plan
- Pediatrician notes
BOTTLE FEEDING
Exclusively pumping
Returning to work
Introducing bottles for occasional use
Weaning from breast to bottles
Introducing donor milk or formula
Infant feeding products and how/when to use them
Includes:
- Weight monitoring
- Written feeding plan
- Pediatrician Notes