Services
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Prenatal Breastfeeding Education
Individualised breastfeeding education classes to prepare you for your the birth and breastfeeding of your new baby. Perhaps your a first time Mum, or had a previous traumatic experience or even expecting twins and would like to feel prepared and confident ready to enjoy your breastfeeding journey.
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Prenatal breastfeeding education and preparation workshops will be offered individually to couples or as a group event. A 3 hour session will cover the importance of breastfeeding, and the initial hour following birth. The 'how' of breastfeeding and a touch of science and anatomy will help to deepen your understanding. Information of the variations of breastfeeding 'positions' will be discussed and how to reduce complications, encouraging a positive and empowered breastfeeding experience.
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These visits are offered either in the clinic at Paterson or in the comfort of your own home, with flexible times available, to accommodate both parents busy schedules.
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Postnatal Lactation Consultant
Postnatal Lactation support appointments involve a full examination of your breastfeeding experience and any complications. Identifying your individual needs with your baby's wellbeing is crucial in establishing a management plan to overcome complications. Providing you with evidence based information, kind support and encouragement we will build your confidence in your own ability to breastfeed your baby, strengthening your bond together.
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Visits are provided in our Paterson clinic, with home visits out of hours provided in special circumstances.
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Breastfeeding Group Classes
Provided in a group setting of individuals & couples, an intimate and friendly way to meet others and connect in a social setting while learning about breastfeeding and how to feel confident as you prepare yourself for this new experience.
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Please check the 'news and events' page for upcoming dates!
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Online Breastfeeding Education is also provided!
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Photo credit - Rana Rankin
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Fees
Antenatal Care & Support
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Online 'Breastfeeding Prep Workshop' available in the comfort of your own home, an online sign up for only $115.
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Or come along to a face to face workshop - see the news and events page.
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Another alternative - especially for Mums who have breastfed before but wanting to fine tune their experience, is a shorter 90min consultation.
These are provided at the clinic space only for
$ 250
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Postpartum Care & Support
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Initial consultation with your baby - approx 90mins in the Paterson clinic -$280
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Follow up consultation in the clinic,
$160 for 60 mins
$80 for a short 30mins.
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Postnatal consultations for anyone in the Lower Hunter region provided at your home will be arranged on a 'needs' basis upon request from for $350
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Where is the clinic at Paterson ?!
Where?? ..... Paterson NSW (scroll down to see the map below!) This is about 20mins north of Maitland. A very scenic drive with some quality country landscapes to help calm your busy mind!
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There is a lovely park with toilets and a playground, just 1 min drive away (yes you are welcome to bring any young children with you) by the river if you wanted to rest with bub before or after your consult or feed before you get back in the car!
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Come and relax on the purple lounge, let me pour you a cuppa while I assess, troubleshoot, encourage & support your feeding experience!
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Travel fee
All travel fees based on distance have been removed due to the change in clinic space at Paterson NSW. Full details on cost of consults are above. If you have any questions please enquire - happy to answer your enquiries.
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'Home visits' upon arrangement have a standard fee included for travel.
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All postpartum care appointments include general follow up via text/email for quick questions within a few weeks of your consult and digital copy of your 'breastfeeding management plan'.
If more intensive support is needed then a phone consult or follow up visit can be arranged.
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Payment
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I will invoice you via email after the consult if payment
via website booking hasn't been completed.
Cash at consult or bank account transfer are preferred options.
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Account - Emma Maher
BSB: 650-000
Acc: 55000 4903
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Selected Private Health Fund Rebates available.
Contact Me
Paterson NSW​
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