Support for Your Body Feeding Journey
Lactation Services
Lactation support at Lifecycle begins with the first prenatal appointment and continues throughout pregnancy and during postpartum care. We take great pride in helping new parents with breastfeeding/chestfeeding, especially given the well-established medical benefits of human milk.
“I was encouraged by my lactation consultant. She gave me options and support and celebrated my journey with me. ”
— SusanIndividual Lactation Services
We provide expertise and support to new parents for many lactation issues, including excess or low milk supply, latch issues, and pumping issues. In-person and telehealth options are available for lactation consultations. Services are available to any family, regardless of where they had their pregnancy care.
Call us today at 610.525.6086 to schedule an appointment with one of our International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs).
Schedule a Lactation Consultation
Prenatal Lactation Education
Our Lactation Essentials class provides detailed information about lactation, including benefits to parent and baby, anatomy and physiology of the lactating breast/chest, composition of human milk, positioning and latch, pumping and storing milk, common setbacks, and more!
Lactation Essentials Dates
Postpartum Support Groups
Our Postpartum Support Groups provide lactating parents a forum to discuss the joys and challenges of breastfeeding/chestfeeding a baby. Participants provide and receive encouragement and inspiration as they share, ask questions, solicit advice, and offer suggestions. Our lactation professionals are on hand to provide support and guidance.
Upcoming Support Groups
Mid-Atlantic Mothers’ Milk Bank Depot & Dispensary
In August 2018, we began accepting human milk donations through our Mid-Atlantic Mothers Milk Bank (MMAMB) Depot. The lifesaving milk that is donated via our depot goes to help medically vulnerable infants. If you have milk to share and are interested in becoming a donor, visit MAMMB’s website and click on “DONATE MILK.”
In addition to being a MAMMB Depot, we are also a MAMMB Dispensary. We are able to distribute a limited amount of frozen Pasteurized Donor Human Milk (PDHM) to families in need. In order to receive milk, you must first place an order through MAMMB. Once your transaction is complete and your order has been processed, please contact [email protected] to schedule a pickup time.
FAQs
Do you accept insurance for Lactation Consultations?
Yes! We accept most major insurance providers, including:
- Aetna
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
- CIGNA
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Great West/One Health
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Medical Assistance of PA – Keystone First ONLY
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Meritain Health
- Independence Plans
- PHCS – Private Healthcare System Network
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Oxford
- United Healthcare
Co-pays may apply. If you have specific questions about what your insurance covers, call us at 610.525.6086 or reach out to your insurance plan’s member services department.
Do I need to register for the Postpartum Support Groups?
There is no need to register ahead of time for our Postpartum Support Groups. To join us virtually, email Cara at [email protected] for the Zoom login info.
Do you diagnose tongue and lip ties?
All of our IBCLCs are trained to assess for tongue and lip ties, and will provide evidence-based information and support to families, helping them understand how this will impact their infant feeding goals.
Do you do in-home lactation consultations?
We do not offer in-home lactation consultations, but we so offer telehealth as an option when indicated. Most of the time, it is better for our team of IBCLCs to see clients and their babies in the office so a complete assessment that includes weighing the baby, assessing latch and transfer of milk, and examination of baby’s oral cavity can take place.
“The reassurance and guidance through delivery was exactly what I needed to feel empowered and capable.”
— Danielle“We felt welcomed and at peace. Thank you for providing a safe space for us. ”
— Tia“The super midwives at Lifecycle are nothing short of miracle workers. They are the true MVPs!”
— NicoleCall to Learn More
610.525.6086
BRYN MAWR LOCATION
918 County Line Road
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
SATELLITE OFFICE
1214 Moore Street
Philadelphia, PA 19148
