Frequently Asked Questions

What are your rates?

Initial visits, either in-home or by video, are $185 for the first visit and $125 for subsequent visits for self-pay clients.

Each initial visit includes 2 weeks of unlimited email or text follow up.

I do have a limited sliding scale for WIC and Molina/Apple Health clients. Please just ask!

Do you accept insurance?

I partner with The Lactation Network to accept most PPO plans from United (UHC), Anthem, BCBS, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Cigna, AmeriBen, Primera, Regence, Provider Network of America (PNOA), Mulitiplan, and Uniform Medical as payment in full. If you are in-network my services will not apply to your deductible. I am unable to accept Molina, Apple Health, or Kaiser at this time. I can offer a sliding scale for those with no insurance or those unable to afford my rates. Please click here to check if I can take your insurance for payment in full.

What are your hours?

I am generally available for home or telehealth visits Monday-Friday between 10am and 3pm. On Thursdays I see prenatal clients and older babies in my office in the Bellingham Towers.

I understand that new babies often need to be seen quickly. Please just ask if I don't seem to have timely availability.

I think everything is going well. Do I need to see you?

You don't need to see me unless you have questions or are in any discomfort. If breastfeeding is going well so far, that's wonderful! I'm really happy for you. Feel free to reach out if anything changes. I'm here to help.

I heard that breastfeeding hurts and I just need to toughen up. Is that true?

No. Please don't suffer. Just because your friend or mother in law had a tough time, doesn't mean you have to!
If breastfeeding is causing you pain, please reach out. Realistically, breastfeeding isn't going to be all unicorns and rainbows for every mom, but I can help ensure it doesn't hurt you.

Can you help me with bottle feeding?

Yes! I'm qualified to assist in all areas of baby feeding. I can help you navigate exclusive pumping and feeding breastmilk by bottle, or combo feeding with formula.

I think I need to switch to formula. Are you going to judge me?

I absolutely won't judge you. My job is to support you. I will happily help you figure out what options work best for you and your baby. I truly believe that a happy baby needs a happy mom first.

I will be going back to work soon. Can you help?

Yes! Going back to work can be stressful and I'm here to lead you through the process. I can answer all questions related to encouraging a baby to take a bottle, navigating pumping at work, breast milk storage, night feeding, and everything in between.

I'm currently pregnant. Can I meet with you?

Congratulations! I'd love to speak with you and answer your questions. I'd be happy to help you learn what to expect with your now baby and how the first few days/ weeks may go with nursing. I offer 1-hour home visits, telehealth, or office visits (on Thursdays in downtown Bellingham). Partners and/or support team are more than welcome at these visits. Breastfeeding can be a team effort.

I checked your availability and you're booked out or on vacation. Are there any other lactation consultants in town?

Yes! We're so fortunate in this area to have several awesome lactation consultants. Here's a list:

Sara with Essential Lactation

Mary with Fairhaven Lactation

Lisa and Geri with The Hive

Patty with BRB Lactation and also PeaceHealth

Denise with Awakened Body Mind