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Prenatal Visits
Prenatal Visits
via Live Video or In Person
Get Ready to Feed Your Baby!
Get Ready to Feed Your Baby!
You have done lots of preparation around birth-- it's also important to prepare for the intensive job that comes next, feeding and nurturing your new little one when they arrive! You can avoid many common obstacles and set yourself up for a satisfying nursing journey with some timely knowledge and resources-- and know when and where to reach out for timely help when challenges arise!
Prenatal Visits are typically 60 minutes
We will discuss your
breastfeeding / lactation goals
health history
any anatomical issues, and how they may impact your lactation experience
You will learn about
how to prepare for breastfeeding / lactation
how your birth can effect lactation
how to create a lactation friendly birth plan AND how to keep moving towards your lactation goals even if birth doesn't go according to plan
how to tell if your baby is getting enough
how to establish a healthy milk supply
how dads / partners / other support people can be key players in setting and helping you reach your goals
how to avoid common obstacles
when and how to introduce bottles and pumps, if they are part of your feeding plans
what resources are available in the community
when to reach out for additional help.
Expecting Dads / Partners / or any other family or support people you choose or wish to include are welcomed and encouraged to participate in our visit to learn about how to be a key part of your breastfeeding / lactation journey.
The second trimester of your pregnancy is a good time to schedule your Prenatal Visit. Weekend appointments are often available to fit your schedule. Please complete the Prenatal Intake Form and Standard Consent Form at least 48 hrs before our visit, so I can review your health history and any other relevant details in advance.
You may also wish to consider making your prenatal visit part of a Full Spectrum Support Package.
Payment is due at the time of visit. (Except covered Insurance participants such as many Aetna, CIGNA, United Healthcare (UHC), and NYSHIP Empire plan participants. CDPHP and many other private plans may provide Out of Network Reimbusrement. See Insurance Coverage for details.) For telehealth visits payment can be made electronically.
Prenatal Telehealth Session Fee $165
Prenatal Visit In Person Fee $250*
*Note: Additional Travel Fee required beyond 30 minutes driving distance, based on Google Map distance from Castleton, NY. Travel Fees are not covered by most insurance plans. Contact me with your address for specific travel fee information.
Forms of payment accepted: Cash, Venmo, Personal Check, Visa, Mastercard, HSA / FSA Card
NOTE: Many Insurance companies provide coverage for Prenatal and Postpartum Lactation Visits. See Insurance Coverage for details.
Most private insurance companies are required under the Affordable Care Act to reimburse for out of network, comprehensive lactation care, including a prenatal visit. For more information on Insurance Reimbursement See Insurance Coverage.
Medicaid, WIC and SNAP Program participants are eligible for significantly reduced fees through the Financial Assistance Fund
Schedule a Visit
Schedule a Visit
Text or Telephone (518) 672-1519,
Text or Telephone (518) 672-1519,
or
or
Weekend appointments are often available.
When making contact to schedule a visit, please indicate your:
Age of your baby (or Estimated Due Date if Pregnant)
Urgency for being seen
Insurance Provider for Both You and Baby
Location
I make telehealth visits to anywhere with a good internet connection, and In Person visits within approximately 40 minutes drive of Castleton, NY, which includes all of Columbia and Renssalaer County, and sections of Greene County, Albany County, and Berkshire County, MA
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