INFORMATION · COACHING · SUPPORT
Breastfeeding your baby
Barrie and surrounding area
Mona Loones RN IBCLC
Internationally Board Certified
LACTATION CONSULTANT
What do lactation consultants do?
Breastfeeding is the natural way to feed a baby, but that doesn't mean it can't come without its challenges. Lactation Consultants have special training in breastfeeding and physiology beyond the basics. This means that they can help you reach your baby feeding goals by helping with:
● Breastfeeding/chestfeeding problems.
● Latch-on difficulty.
● Sore/damaged nipples.
● Engorgement.
● Slow weight gain.
● No weight gain.
● Need for supplemental feedings.
● Milk supply concerns.
● Baby fussiness related to feedings.
● Plugged ducts/mastitis.
● Advice on breastfeeding equipment.
● Milk storage information.
● Returning to work while breastfeeding.
● Milk expression information.
● Weaning advice.
● Premature infants.
● Infants with special health concerns/problems.
● Assessing tongue ties
Fees
Our fees are tailored to meet the diverse needs of families. Most private insurance plans provide coverage for Nurse Lactation Consultants. We also welcome bartering or installment payments if you are facing challenges with payment.
Prenatal Support
Prior to your baby's arrival, you can schedule a meeting with Mona to explore feeding options for your little one. This can be done in-person or virtually, and you'll come away feeling confident in your feeding choices. A prenatal visit is highly recommended for individuals facing any pregnancy risks, such as gestational diabetes, hormonal issues, or for anyone seeking more information about feeding their baby.
Newborn Support
Mona is here to assist you on your feeding journey. She can guide you on caring for your baby while also ensuring you make time for yourself. Whether you're a first-time mom or a fifth-time mom with questions, she offers the support you need. Additionally, you have the option to gift a session with Mona to a friend!
Transition to solids and beyond
We can assist you with questions about introducing solid foods and managing weaning or tandem feeding a toddler while expecting a new baby. Feeding your little one can be challenging at any stage, and we're here to help you discover the best solutions for your family.
About Mona
Mona is an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and a Master's prepared Registered Nurse. For over a decade, she has been dedicated to helping mothers nourish their babies. As an IBCLC, she is equipped to safely guide you in achieving your breastfeeding goals while promoting and supporting breastfeeding. With experience in high-risk birthing centers in Toronto and extensive training in perinatal mood disorders, Mona is ready to provide you with current, evidence-based information. Let her compassionate and skilled support empower you on your chosen feeding journey, instilling confidence in your decisions.
Support Packages and Fees
Initial Visit
Your first visit with Mona can be before or after you have your baby. She will come to your home or hospital to help you with feeding your baby. She will help you get thegoodlatch and answer all your questions about life after your baby arrives.
$150
Follow Up Sessions
When you want to see Mona in your home more than once
$100
Gift Certificates
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Testimonials
The knowledge and information I gained from Mona is irreplaceable. We first met two years ago after the birth of my first child. A complicated c-section resulted in painful feeding attempts and poor initial milk supply. Mona met us at our home upon discharge and spent several visits educating us on effective methods to bring my milk in, helping our daughter latch and working our way through jaundice resulting in a 16 month breastfeeding journey. I attribute our success to her support and knowledge. I contacted Mona again when my second child was due to arrive. She once again helped us through an emotional week of jaundice visits and weight checks and was an enormous support through the highs and lows. I cannot recommend her services enough; not only to help with pain free latching and weight gain, but also as an emotional and educational support from an experienced, kind nurse.
Mona has been an angel sent to me. I contacted her after the birth of my son as I was struggling to breastfeed. She responded to me immediately and we met the next day. As soon as I met her, I felt at ease. Right away she helped me with latching and came up with a plan for my breastfeeding journey. I had such a sense of relief that there was light at the end of the tunnel. Not only did she help me with breastfeeding but she also helped me through the emotional ups and downs of being a first-time mom. When you meet her, you know how much she takes her job seriously and wants what's best for you. She is someone who you can talk to and not feel judged. I cannot recommend Mona enough. I know if/when I have further questions or concerns, she is the one I will be calling.