Partum Health offers lactation consultations in
Dallas
,
Texas
.
Whether you need help with breastfeeding or bottle feeding, we can match you with an IBCLC-certified lactation consultant for infant feeding care.
Finding a
lactation consultant
in
Dallas
doesn’t have to be complicated: at Partum Health, we offer
a team of International Board Certified Lactation Consultants. With in-network coverage, custom care plans, and in-home or telehealth sessions available, our expert lactation specialists are ready to support you and your family.
Services
Prenatal lactation consultations
In-home lactation consultations
Back-to-work lactation consultations
We’re dedicated to making
lactation consultations
more accessible to new parents in
Dallas
.
Partum Health is in-network with the following insurances for
lactation consultations
in
Texas
.
At Partum Health, our
Dallas
-based
Lactation consultants
are dedicated to providing evidence-based care that improves outcomes for the whole family.
All Partum Health providers are IBCLC-certified, the gold standard in lactation care.
Meet the
Lactation consultants
team serving families in
Dallas
.
Lindsey Peterson
,
BSN, RN, IBCLC
Lindsey Peterson, BSN, RN, IBCLC, is a passionate lactation consultant dedicated to supporting women on their breastfeeding journeys. With 18 years of experience as a nurse, Lindsey brings a wealth of medical knowledge and critical thinking skills to her practice. As a mother of four, she has personally experienced the joys and challenges of breastfeeding, having successfully nursed all of her children through various obstacles.
Lindsey's personal experience has fueled her deep understanding of the unique needs of breastfeeding mothers, and she believes that every woman deserves to feel empowered and supported throughout her journey. Drawing on her bedside nursing expertise, she is able to assess each situation and develop a plan that is tailored to each individual's needs. She recognizes that each family's journey is different and strives to provide individualized care that empowers her clients to meet their personal goals. Lindsey is committed to helping women navigate the postpartum period with confidence, providing compassionate guidance and evidence-based information to ensure both mother and baby thrive.
Laura Silvas
,
RN, IBCLC, CPST
Laura Silvas is a dedicated Registered Nurse and International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) with a wealth of experience in both clinical and supportive roles. With a background in Labor and Delivery nursing, Laura combines her hands-on expertise with her passion for nurturing new families.
As a mother herself, Laura understands the unique challenges and joys of breastfeeding and is committed to providing compassionate, personalized care. She offers both in-home and virtual lactation consultations, tailoring her approach to meet the individual needs of each family she supports.
Laura's approach is rooted in empathy, education, and practical solutions, helping new parents build confidence and achieve their breastfeeding goals. Her comprehensive support extends beyond the clinical aspects of lactation, encompassing the emotional and psychological adjustments that come with new parenthood.
With Laura by your side, you can expect not only professional guidance but also a supportive ally in your breastfeeding journey.
Jackie Drusch
,
RN, IBCLC
Jackie is a Registered Nurse and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant based in Mansfield, Texas. She has worked as an RN IBCLC in several different regions of the country, both in inpatient and outpatient settings. These experiences have provided Jackie with the opportunity to diversify her approach to infant feeding.
Her nursing career began as a postpartum nurse where she fell in love with helping new parents navigate the first few days with a newborn. Jackie was also fascinated by the science of breastfeeding and infant/maternal bonding. She very quickly realized her passion was in educating and empowering new moms to achieve their breastfeeding goals which lead her to pursue her IBCLC certification in 2018. Jackie stands by the old adages of “Knowledge is Power” and “It Takes a Village” and that’s why she is passionate about educating and supporting new parents with a multidisciplinary, whole family approach.
In addition to her professional experience, Jackie successfully breastfed both of her children for 8 months and 13 months, respectively. She learned a lot along the way as a new mom with her first and faced several medical challenges with her second which made breastfeeding difficult. She truly understands and appreciates that each and every breastfeeding journey is unique and different and having an informed support system in place is the key to success. Jackie considers herself a lifelong learner of all things lactation and she is excited about using her always growing knowledge and expertise to help new families overcome breastfeeding challenges and meet THEIR feeding goals.
Sydney PettyJohn
,
BSN, RNC, IBCLC
Sydney PettyJohn is a Registered Nurse and Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) has cared for postpartum women and newborns since 2017. She attended Texas A&M University where she received a Bachelors of Science in Nursing and went on to be a registered nurse at Texas Children's Hospital in Houston. It was during her experience as a postpartum nurse that Sydney felt a deep calling to help support, empower, and educate parents to their unique feeding goals. This passion ultimately led Sydney to pursue further education in lactation care.
Being able to draw from her personal experience, she is uniquely qualified to help mothers walk through the challenges of babies with possible food intolerances, slow weight gain, and latch difficulties.
Sydney leans in with empathy to instill confidence in new mothers through the basics and even in the most difficult feeding circumstances. Her greatest hope is that you will find her time with you to be a welcome respite from the stress of trying to figure this out on your own.
Karrie Stevenson
,
RN, IBCLC
Karrie is a dedicated Registered Nurse and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (RN IBCLC) based in Dallas, Texas with two decades of experience in lactation support. Her journey began in pediatrics, where she discovered a deep passion for assisting mothers in their breastfeeding journeys. Over the years, Karrie’s expertise and commitment have made her a trusted figure in the field, helping countless mothers navigate the challenges and joys of breastfeeding.
Karrie’s approach is centered on providing comprehensive education and practical tools to empower mothers. She believes in the importance of informed support, offering personalized guidance that respects each family’s unique needs and goals. Whether through one-on-one consultations or group workshops, Karrie takes pride in making a positive impact on the health and well-being of both mothers and their babies.
Mandy Golman
,
PhD, MS, BSN, RN, IBCLC
Mandy Golman, PhD, MS, RN, BSN, IBCLC is an RN, Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and postpartum doula with over 25 years of experience in childbirth, breastfeeding and parenting education. Dr. Golman is committed to improving the postpartum experience and providing families the tools they need to achieve their breastfeeding goals.
In addition to working with new families, she is a professor in the School of Health Promotion and Kinesiology at Texas Woman's University (TWU) and is also Co-Director of the TWU Institute of Women’s Health, a collaborative research hub dedicated to leading the charge on research and improving the lives of women around the world and is a frequent, in-demand speaker known for delivering engaging and accessible workshops on female wellness, lactation, parenting, sexuality, and positive body image.
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Lactation consultations help promote infant health and development while supporting parents' physical and emotional wellbeing. Learn more about what a certified lactation consultant can do for you.
How do I find an IBCLC?
Find an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) through Partum Health. IBCLCs are the highest level of trained and accredited professionals offering lactation and breastfeeding support.
It’s common to receive some breastfeeding education in the hospital after giving birth, but for many new parents, this is not sufficient to address all feeding challenges that can arise during the first weeks of life. In some cases, especially when infant weight gain is a concern, a pediatrician may also make a referral to a lactation consultant. With Partum Health, an IBCLC will come to your house to provide an in-home assessment, support with practical advice, and diagnose problems associated with latching and positioning.
What should I expect from a lactation consultation?
In a lactation consultation, you will receive education, guidance, and support to meet breastfeeding goals. A typical lactation consultation might include:
- Assessment: The lactation consultant will review your infant’s health history, your history of breastfeeding, and current feeding schedule.
- Observation: The consultant will observe your breastfeeding to assess latch, suckling, swallowing, and breathing as the baby feeds.They will also examine your baby’s mouth for any structural issues that might affect breastfeeding, such as a lip tie or cleft palate.
- Hands-on support: Your IBCLC will suggest new positions, demonstrate proper latch, and give pointers and hands-on adjustments for more comfortable breastfeeding.
- Problem-solving: The lactation consultant can help to address issues such as engorgement, nipple soreness or itching, maintaining milk supply, and increasing expression.
- Education: You’ll learn how to read hunger cues and signs that your baby is getting enough to eat, find the best breastfeeding position, and develop a feeding schedule that ensures infant weight gain.
- Progress monitoring: Follow up appointments can be scheduled as needed, often with the option for telehealth, to monitor progress toward your feeding goals. When indicated, lactation consultants can also provide referrals to other specialists, such as speech-language pathologists or lactation support groups.
What can a lactation consultant help with?
A lactation consultant can help with the full range of challenges related to breastfeeding and lactation that occur in both mom and baby. The role of a certified lactation consultant is to support new parents in meeting their breastfeeding goals, whatever they may be, ensure that infants are well-nourished and mothers are emotionally supported.
Common challenges that a lactation consultant can help with include:
- Breast or bottle refusal
- Sore, cracked, and painful nipples
- Milk supply issues, including low milk supply and hyperlactation
- Breast inflammation, engorgement, and infection
- Baby reflux and thrush
- Painful latching
It’s important to note that the support of a lactation consultant is not limited to parents who are breastfeeding or chestfeeding. Lactation consultants can also help provide recommendations for pumping technology, ensure your pump flange is well-fitting to your breast and nipple, and check if your bottle fed baby is gaining weight.
When should I see a lactation consultant?
While a lactation consultant might be most impactful right after birth as you and your baby are learning to nurse, it is never too late to seek lactation support. Many first-time parents seek a lactation consultation during pregnancy for more information about what to expect from breastfeeding, or how to know an infant is getting adequate nutrition. If you struggled with breastfeeding with previous pregnancies, it might also be a good idea to have a prenatal lactation consultation to proactively address feeding challenges.
The most common time to see a lactation consultant is during the early newborn period when feeding problems first arise. Issues like cracked nipples and low milk supply can result in breastfeeding cessation, but with professional support, you can continue breastfeeding for as long you’d like.
Another common time to seek a lactation consultation is around the return to work. An IBCLC can help you devise a pumping schedule, keep up milk supply, and even give tips on how to best clean pump parts and store milk while in the office.
