Cradlehold
- Branford, CT 06405 (map)
- (203) 687-1075
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I am so lucky to have an on-going relationship with the moms I helped. I love to see these babies growing and turning into little people! – Oct 31, 2011 at 6:33 pm
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Today is the last day to place your order for Pampered Chef! – Oct 31, 2011 at 9:46 am
In-Home Lactation Consultations and New Parent Support
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Cradlehold • Branford, CT • $75-100 per hour
- You'll be asked a few quick questions that will help describe your needs.
- You'll be asked to provide your contact information so that Dana Schmidt, Rn, Ibclc will be able to get in touch with you.
- You'll have the option to get competing quotes from other qualified service professionals, saving you time and money.
Congratulations on your commitment to breastfeeding. Breastfeeding is a special time for you and your baby and a time which will never be duplicated with any other baby in quite the same way. As a parent, you want an understanding of the superior benefits that breastfeeding has for both you and your baby. Cradlehold Breastfeeding Education & Support provides prenatal education including Better Breastfeeding Classes, Starting Out Safe & Sound New Parent Classes, Back to Work and Breastfeeding Classes and New Parent Support Groups for encouragement.
Our one-on-one home visit division, Breastfeeding Home Visit Services provides private, in-home breastfeeding evaluations for such breastfeeding topics as:
basic breastfeeding techniques position & latch sore nipples poor weight gain babies
tongue tie insufficient milk supply multiples pumping/returning to work engorgement
jaundice over supply breast augmentation breastfeeding after cesarean organic/alternative treatments same sex couples/single moms adoption extended breastfeeding diet for mothers
understanding Newborn Screening
The Mission of Cradlehold Breastfeeding Education & New Parent Supportis to provide the minimum amount of intervention in the minimum amount of time for the maximum benefit to both the nursing mother and breastfeeding baby. Cradlehold Breastfeeding Education & New Parent Support will provide breastfeeding services with evidence-based information that is excellent, respectful and compassionate. Cradlehold Breastfeeding Education & New Parent Support is proud to assist you to overcome any obstacles that interfere with breastfeeding. Our goal is to help you to achieve breastfeeding success for as a long as you desire.
Home Consultations Breastfeeding Home Visit Services:
The best time to observe a mother and baby is when the baby is ready to nurse. We offer flexible scheduling in order to accommodate your baby's needs. A typical initial evaluation lasts approximately 1-1.5 hours. Appointments can be arranged during days, evenings and weekends. (Forms to be completed prior to visit).
A full assessment of latch, milk transfer and comfort will be assessed during our time together. Your baby will have a before and after breastfeeding weight. If necessary, we will assist you with becoming familiar with your pump and other feeding devices that support breastfeeding. We are now a HYGIEA rental station delivering 7 days a week within a 25 mile* radius of New Haven, CT!
After each visit, a report will be sent to your primary pediatric provider. Any concerns or recommendations will be shared with you and your doctor for further follow-up, if required.
A visit with Cradlehold Breastfeeding Education & New Parent Support does not replace your scheduled visits to your pediatric provider. We are here for lactation support. Spanish and French Translators available
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Fees:
Breastfeeding Home Visit Services Initial Lactation Consultation - $150.00 (1-2 hours)
Follow up visit (recommended) - $100.00 per hour.
"Office" Visit (my home in Branford, Ct): $125.00
* All consultations include follow-up phone calls, reports to physicians and insurance reimbursement forms. We do not participate with insurance but will provide you with a bill which you may submit for reimbursement. Review your own insurance plan for details. Checks and PayPal are accepted. Payment is expected at the time of the visit.
Initial consultation plus 2 follow-ups: $300.00 (You save $50.00)
Follow-ups must be used within 4 weeks of first appointment
Initial consultation plus 1 follow-up: $225.00 (You save $25.00)
Follow-up must be used within 2 weeks of first appointment
Cradlehold Breastfeeding Education & Support Classes
Starting Out Safe & Sound New Parent Class $100.00
This 3 part class includes two consecutive classes followed by
a reunion class after everyone's baby arrives!
Better Breastfeeding Prenatal Class $50.00
Breastfeeding for Working Mothers$50.00
Copyright 2010, Breastfeeding Home Visit Services, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Question and answer
Q. What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A. Should you need breastfeeding support, the best place to look is www.ILCA.org. There new parents will see Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC) that are close to their home. Look for FALC - Find a Lactation Consultant on the ILCA page!
Q. If you were a customer, what do you wish you knew about your trade? Any inside secrets to share?
A. The difference between an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant and a Certified Lactation Counselor http://www.in.gov/isdh/17305.htm
Q. What questions should a consumer ask to hire the right service professional?
A. What are your credentials? They should always be IBCLC. Sometimes an IBCLC is also a registered nurse, a la leche leader, a doula, a nurse practitioner or a doctor
Q. Why does your work stand out from others who do what you do?
A. I use holistic and alternative treatments as often as I can. I am also very good at spotting oral problems in baby such as tongue tie, that often leads to mom have pain when breastfeeding and low milk supply
Q. What do you like most about your job?
A. Helping moms succeed!
Q. How did you decide to get in your line of work?
A. I started as a volunteer in the nursery at a local hospital. I had experience breastfeeding 3 children and wanted to offer help to other mothers. From there I went onto become a registered nurse, earn my BS in Maternal Child Health/Human Lactation, have 2 more children and become IBCLC!
Q. Tell us about a recent job you did that you are particularly proud of.
A. One mom called me in tears because she started off breastfeeding and then had to be hospitalized. Her supply dramatically decreased and baby was taking formula and no longer breastfeeding. I recognized a tongue tie in baby and signs of reflux. I referred her to her pediatrician for further evaluation and treatment. Baby's tongue tie was release, baby was treated for reflux and is now breastfeeding 100%!
Q. What is your greatest strength?
A. Compassion for struggling breastfeeding mothers, availability with home visits within 24 hours of referral, email and phone availability mornings, daytime and evenings!
Testimonials
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October 31, 2011
I highly recommend Cradlehold! I first consulted with Dana when my daughter was 6 weeks old and she was experiencing abdominal discomfort after nursing. After hearing a short list of symptoms, Dana made several recommendations (new breastfeeding positions, etc) and properly diagnosed the problem. Consequently, my daughter, husband, and I got our first good night's sleep in weeks! My daughter is now 19 months old and still breastfeeding, and Dana has advised me recently, as well. Dana is obviously committed to helping new moms succeed at breastfeeding, and I would recommend her to any of my friends.
– Lindsey
