Breastfeeding Support with Hannah
I was a qualified midwife when I had my firstborn. I really enjoyed my pregnancy and I went on to have a beautiful, calm homebirth. I felt so confident entering the fourth trimester but it wasn’t long until my confidence came crashing down. My little one had a tongue tie. It took a while to be diagnosed and feeding was relentless. He cried often and slept little. My mental health plummeted and it was a really difficult time. I look back on that time with a mixture of sadness and absolute pride that I managed to navigate it. Breastfeeding my firstborn was the hardest thing I have ever done.
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Contact Hannah on Whatsapp to book or for more info.
Here when you need us.
As midwives, and mothers, the Grow+Gather team know first hand how wonderful breastfeeding can be but also, how challenging. I feel passionately that all families should make the right feeding decision for them. And that might be exclusively breastfeeding, combi feeding, pumping or formula. I never want you to feel any pressure. But if you have decided to breastfeed, and things are tricky then I would love to be able to support you. I offer gentle, practical and evidence based solutions that are tailored to meet the needs of your new family.
In January 2025, I started preparing to become an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). An IBCLC is a highly trained professional who provides expert support with breastfeeding challenges. The term ‘IBCLC’ is a protected qualification which involves over 95 hours of lactation education and will culminate in a four hour exam in March 2026.
I can offer support with:
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Nipple or breast pain
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Slow weight gain
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Difficulties with latch or position
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Concerns with supply
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Combi feeding
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Sleepy babies
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Tongue tie (diagnosis but not division)
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Emotional and practical support
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Twins
Cost and what's included.
The cost is £100 for a 2 hour feeding assessment and will work with you to make sure you feel confident going forward. This includes;
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Comprehensive discussion including full medical, birth and feeding history as well as any past or present feeding challenges or concerns
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A full observation of baby feeding at the both breasts and/or bottle feeding
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Detailed oral and tongue assessment to identify any abnormalities including tongue tie
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Professional, evidence based and holistic support aimed at improving breastfeeding
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Creation of an individualised feeding plan if needed
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Follow up visits are £50 per hour for those that need additional support and this includes;
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Observation of breast or bottle feeding
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Further oral and tongue assessment
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Ongoing support, guidance and information to improve breastfeeding
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Creation of an individualised feeding plan if needed
All consultations take place in your own home and include a written care plan and access to whatsapp/email support for 3 weeks. Please get in touch today using my phone number at the bottom of this page to book.