Reasons to call an IBCLC
before you give birth:
You have a desire to get breastfeeding off to the best possible start
Difficulty with breastfeeding previous child(ren)
Anxiety or worries about breastfeeding
History of breast surgery
Minimal or no breast changes during pregnancy
Breast or nipple asymmetry
Reasons to call an IBCLC
after you give birth:
You want to get breastfeeding off to a great start
You do not have to have struggles or issues to see an IBCLC
Painful latch
Nipple damage
Baby is not latching to the breast or struggles to stay latched
Baby is not gaining weight well
You have a forceful let-down or milk flow
You are returning to work and would like help with pumping and milk storage