Lactation consultants are specialists in breastfeeding and infant feeding. An IBCLC holds the highest international credential in lactation care and can help with latch, supply, pain, pumping, and more. Browse verified profiles and connect with lactation consultants serving families in Brooklyn, New York.
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Lactation consultants assess and treat breastfeeding challenges including painful latch, low milk supply, tongue and lip ties, nipple damage, engorgement, mastitis, pumping optimization, and return-to-work feeding plans. An IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) has completed extensive clinical hours, coursework in human lactation, and a rigorous board exam. They can also support families who choose combination feeding, exclusive pumping, or bottle-feeding.
Common credentials
Look for the IBCLC credential — it is the gold standard in lactation care, requiring thousands of clinical hours and a board certification exam.
Ask whether they offer home visits, office visits, or virtual consultations — home visits let them observe a full feeding in your own environment.
Find out if they have experience with your specific concerns (tongue tie, premature infant, multiples, return to work).
Check whether they bill insurance directly, as many IBCLCs now accept insurance.
Ask about follow-up support — a good consultant is available for questions between visits.
Typical cost
Initial consultations typically range from $150 to $400 depending on location and visit type (home vs office). Follow-up visits are usually $75 to $200. Some consultants offer packages.
Insurance coverage
The Affordable Care Act requires most insurance plans to cover breastfeeding support and supplies. Many IBCLCs bill insurance directly. Medicaid coverage varies by state but is expanding.
Ideally within the first few days after birth, especially if you experience pain, latch difficulties, or concerns about milk supply. A prenatal consultation can also help you prepare. There is no wrong time to seek support — lactation consultants help at every stage of the feeding journey.
Under the ACA, most insurance plans are required to cover breastfeeding support and counseling. Many IBCLCs bill insurance directly. Coverage details (number of visits, in-network requirements) vary by plan, so check with your insurer.
An IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) has completed extensive clinical hours, college-level coursework in human lactation, and a comprehensive board exam. A CLC (Certified Lactation Counselor) has completed a shorter training program. Both can help, but IBCLCs are equipped to handle more complex feeding challenges.
Yes. IBCLCs are trained to assess oral function and identify tongue and lip ties that may affect feeding. They can perform a functional assessment, recommend whether a frenotomy (tie release) would help, and provide pre- and post-procedure exercises and feeding support.
Yes. Lactation consultants support all feeding methods, including exclusive pumping, combination feeding (breast and bottle), and bottle-feeding. They can help with paced bottle feeding techniques, choosing bottles and nipples, and managing supply if you are pumping.
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