All consults are with caring and experienced Lactation Consultants. Most appointments take place in our Phoenix/Scottsdale office, conveniently located off of the 101 and Scottsdale Road and follow-ups and some consults also in our East/Mesa office, just off the 202 loop north.  

INITIAL LACTATION CONSULT   |   approximately 90-120 minutes   |      in office only

The Initial Lactation Consult is comprehensive session to thoroughly examine your feeding concerns.
This visit includes:

  • thorough review of health history, birth, and breastfeeding experiences; physical assessment of breasts; discussion of concern(s)
  • review of baby’s growth and feeding patterns; evaluation of latch and effective transfer; assessment of oral and structural anatomy
  • observation of a feeding and suggestions for positioning
  • education about infant cues and typical baby behaviors
  • links to supporting materials
  • personalized, detailed written care plan with clear objectives for dyad’s goals
  • insurance documents to submit for reimbursement by provider
  • follow-up correspondence

*Additional $50 will be added for twins.

We are contracted with Aetna, Banner Health, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and TRICARE-West; for other providers, a Superbill  to submit to insurance for reimbursement can be given (contact your insurance provider for coverage details).  *Please call our office when you schedule to confirm your plan is one that we accept.

INITIAL LACTATION CONSULTATION WITH TONGUE TIE ASSESSMENT AND TREATMENT  |   approximately 90-120 minutes   |      in office only

The Initial Lactation Consult with tongue tie assessment (and potential treatment) is comprehensive session to thoroughly examine your feeding concerns.
This visit includes:

  • thorough review of health history, birth, and breastfeeding experiences; physical assessment of breasts; discussion of concern(s)
  • review of baby’s growth and feeding patterns; evaluation of latch and effective transfer; assessment of oral and structural anatomy
  • observation of a feeding and suggestions for positioning
  • education about infant cues and typical baby behaviors
  • links to supporting materials
  • personalized, detailed written care plan with clear objectives for dyad’s goals
  • option to release teathered oral tissue at the same visit
  • insurance documents to submit for reimbursement by provider
  • follow-up correspondence

*Additional $50 will be added for twins.

We are contracted with Aetna, Banner Health, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and TRICARE-West; for other providers, a Superbill  to submit to insurance for reimbursement can be given (contact your insurance provider for coverage details).  *Please call our office when you schedule to confirm your plan is one that we accept.

FOLLOW-UP LACTATION CONSULT     |   approximately 30-60 minutes   |     in office

Sometimes persistent issues may require more than an Initial Consult to resolve, or secondary challenges prompt a Follow-up Consult.
This visit occurs within 6 weeks of the Initial Lactation Consult and may include:

  • review of prior concern(s)/progress update
  • explore new concerns
  • handouts and/or links to supporting materials
  • re-evaluate and update the care plan
  • insurance documents to submit for reimbursement by provider
  • follow-up correspondence.

*Additional $25 will be added for twins.

We are contracted with Aetna, Banner Health, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and TRICARE-West; for other providers, a Superbill  to submit to insurance for reimbursement can be given (contact your insurance provider for coverage details).  *Please call our office when you schedule to confirm your plan is one that we accept.

TONGUE TIE ASSESSMENT    |  60 minutes  |   in office

The Tongue Tie Assessment is short, targeted consultation meant to provide meaningful assessment and care plan for feeding challenges.  Appointments are one-on-one with an Dr. Cara and geared towards families who are bottle feeding and no longer breastfeeding.

This visit includes:

  • weight check
  • infant oral exam
  • follow-up correspondence.

We are contracted with Aetna, Banner Health, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and TRICARE-West; for other providers, a Superbill  to submit to insurance for reimbursement can be given (contact your insurance provider for coverage details).

PRIVATE PRENATAL CONSULT   |    approximately 60 minutes   |

Families who prefer a customized session before baby arrives benefit from a Private Prenatal Consult.
This visit includes:

  • breastfeeding education with a focus on the newborn phase, including infant feeding cues
  • strategies for maximizing milk production and avoiding common “booby traps”
  • suggestions for effective latching and positioning
  • discussion of concerns and questions
  • local resource guide for ongoing community support
  • an individualized plan for optimizing early breastfeeding and meeting long-term goals.

We are contracted with Aetna, Banner Health, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and TRICARE-West.  For other insurance carriers, a Superbill to submit to your insurance for reimbursement can be given  to you (contact your insurance provider for coverage details).  *Please call our office when you schedule to confirm your plan is one that we accept.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU!