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Lactation Consultation

 Whether it's difficulties on latching, milk supply, or nipple pain, our lactation counselor offers personalized solutions.

Lactation Consultant: Supporting Your Breastfeeding Journey

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Breastfeeding is one of the most natural and beneficial ways to nourish your baby, but it doesn’t always come easily. At Thrive Pediatrics, we understand the challenges new mothers face and offer personalized care through our dedicated lactation consultant for breastfeeding support. Our in-house expert works alongside our pediatric provider to ensure seamless, holistic support for breastfeeding families, without the need for external referrals.

Breastfeeding offers significant benefits for both mothers and babies. Research shows that breastfed babies have a reduced risk of infections, asthma, obesity, and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). For mothers, breastfeeding lowers the risk of breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and postpartum depression. Despite these benefits, studies reveal that 60-80% of mothers encounter challenges in the early weeks of breastfeeding, and breastfeeding support is crucial within the first few week to improve outcomes for both the mother and baby.

Common breastfeeding issues include difficulty latching, low milk supply, nipple pain, and oversupply. Our lactation consultant provides hands-on support to address these concerns. Whether you’re struggling with positioning, worried about your baby’s weight gain, or trying to transition to pumping, we tailor our advice to your unique needs.

What makes Thrive Pediatrics unique is the in-house lactation consultant available for our mothers. We are the only pediatric clinic in the East side and surrounding areas to provide lactation services in-house, eliminating the need for referrals, and traveling elsewhere to establish care. This partnership allows us to seamlessly evaluate your baby’s health (such as weight gain and feeding efficiency) while also addressing maternal concerns like milk supply or nipple pain. Many feeding issues stem from medical conditions like tongue ties, which our clinic is equipped to diagnose and treat using advanced laser technology.

We also offer guidance for mothers who are returning to work and need support with pumping schedules, milk storage, and maintaining supply. Breastfeeding should be a positive and empowering experience, and we aim to make that possible for every family.

Our convenient location in Bellevue, makes accessing breastfeeding support simple, whether you’re a new mother or facing challenges with an older baby. We provide personalized support to help you and your baby with breastfeeding challenges. Our consultation includes a thorough evaluation of your baby’s oral function and latch, addressing issues such as tongue and lip ties, difficulty feeding, or nipple pain.

We collaborate closely with you to develop practical strategies for improving breastfeeding, offering expert advice on positioning, milk supply, and any necessary interventions. Our goal is to support your breastfeeding journey with compassionate care tailored to your family's needs.

 

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  • Is COVID-19 testing available at your clinic?
    Yes, we offer COVID-19 testing for our patients who meet the criteria for testing based on current public health guidelines. Please contact our clinic to schedule a testing appointment or to discuss testing options for your child.
  • What should I do if my child tests positive for COVID-19?
    If your child tests positive for COVID-19, it's essential to follow the guidance provided by public health authorities. Recently, the CDC has shifted its COVID-19 guidelines toward managing it like other respiratory viruses such as the flu or RSV. If you test positive for COVID-19, you should stay home and avoid contact with others until symptoms improve and you’ve been fever-free for at least 24 hours. If asymptomatic, there’s no need to isolate, but wearing a mask and keeping distance from others for five days is recommended to reduce transmission risks. If your child has mild symptoms of COVID-19, such as fever, cough, or fatigue, you can help manage their symptoms by ensuring they get plenty of rest, staying hydrated, and providing over-the-counter medications such as Tylenol or Motrin (for infants 6 months and older).
  • When should I seek medical attention for my child with COVID-19?
    You should seek medical attention for your child with COVID-19 if they experience severe symptoms such as difficulty breathing, persistent chest pain or pressure, confusion, inability to stay awake, bluish lips or face, or dehydration. Additionally, if your child has underlying medical conditions or is at high risk of developing severe COVID-19 symptoms, please contact us for additional guidance.
  • Can my child receive monoclonal antibody treatment or antiviral treatment for COVID-19?
    Monoclonal antibody treatment is only considered for children who are at high risk of developing severe COVID-19 symptoms and meet certain criteria outlined by public health authorities. We do not offer such treatment in our office. As of the current CDC guidelines, the antiviral medications recommended for treating COVID-19 in children include remdesivir and oral antiviral medications such as molnupiravir. These medications are approved for emergency use authorization (EUA) by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of COVID-19 in certain populations, including those who are at high risk of developing severe symptoms and meet certain criteria outlined by public health authorities. The decision to prescribe antiviral medication is based on various factors, including the child's age, underlying medical conditions, and the severity of their illness.
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