THE EMPOWERED MAMA—LACTATION CONSULTANT & MIDWIFE

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An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant are health professionals who specialise in breastfeeding care. They work alongside families in various settings, providing expert breastfeeding advice and care. 

IBCLC is a protected credential, a lot goes into becoming certified and maintaining certification. IBCLC's are highly qualified and experienced experts in the field of breastfeeding and lactation.

The title of Lactation Consultant, feeding expert and breastfeeding specialist, and so on, can be used by anyone. However an IBCLC is the only internationally recognised breastfeeding expert, equipped to navigate and manage any breastfeeding issue. 

IBCLC Responsibilities:

• Provide breastfeeding and lactation care.
• Make referrals to other health professionals and community support resources.
• Help solve problems and issues that families may be having. 
• Promote changes that support breastfeeding. 

IBCLC Values:

• Excellence: We strive for excellence
• Diversity: We value and respect different cultures, languages, and backgrounds.
• Respect: Our interactions are guided by respect for others.
• Integrity: We are honest and ethical.
• Communication: We believe open and timely communication is important.
• Collaboration: We work together to achieve the best results.

• Latching difficulties 
• Tongue ties
• Unsettled behaviour
• Breast refusal
• Bottle refusal
• Nipple shield weaning
• Low supply
• Over supply
• Blocked ducts
• Mastitis 
• Engorgement 
• Vasospasms
• Thrush
• Nipple damage
• Nipple pain
• Breast pain
• Flat or inverted nipples
• Weight gain issues
• Weaning
• Relactation 
• Weaning from top ups and expressing
• Feeding multiples

Why are antenatal breastfeeding consultations so important?

Antenatal breastfeeding consultations can make a powerful difference in your breastfeeding journey. They offer tailored, one-on-one support to help you feel confident and informed before your baby arrives. Every feeding journey is unique—this is your chance to ask questions, explore any concerns, and understand what’s normal and what might need support.

These sessions can help you prepare for common challenges like latching issues, nipple pain, or supply concerns—before they even arise. By learning about these ahead of time, you’re more equipped to respond calmly and proactively.

Breastfeeding is a skill, not an instinct, and like any new skill, it takes time and guidance. A consultation helps you build trust in your body and baby, understand the natural rhythms of feeding, and feel empowered to nourish your baby with confidence.

Is nipple pain normal? Do my nipples just need to toughen up?

No, nipple pain is not a normal part of breastfeeding. While some initial tenderness can be common in the early days, ongoing or sharp pain is usually a sign that something isn’t quite right—often related to positioning, attachment, or other feeding dynamics.

Your nipples don’t need to “toughen up.” Pain is your body’s way of signalling that support is needed. You deserve to breastfeed in comfort.

If you’re experiencing nipple pain, it’s important to reach out to an IBCLC. With the right support, most causes of pain can be identified and resolved—helping you and your baby get back to breastfeeding in a way that feels calm, connected, and pain-free.

Unfortunately, at this stage we do not offer medicare rebates, however this is something that will be introduced in the near future. I am very passionate about this service being as affordable as possible, as I believe all women should have access to it, so is something that will be coming, hold tight.

Affiliated companies include:

• Medibank
• AHM
• NIB
• BUPA
• HCF
• CBHS
• People care
• Police Health
• Nurses and Midwives Health
• Uni Health
• Teachers Health
• Defence Health

Be sure to check your policy to see if you have the correct cover for lactation services. 

Yes I offer both virtual appointments/Telehealth and face to face. 

The travel fee reflects the time, fuel, and business costs involved in providing home-based support. As a small business, this helps me sustainably offer in-home care while continuing to show up fully for the families I support.