3 SIMPLE STEPS TO GET HELP

1. SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT

Choose the location, time and date that works for you with the easy online scheduler below.

2. COMPLETE YOUR CLIENT INTAKE FORM

Submit all your forms electronically and use the patient portal to keep track of your care.

3. MEET FOR YOUR LACTATION VISIT​

Appointments and information will be sent to you by text or email - you decide!

I first came to Catherine as a new mom with my first daughter and felt like I had no idea what I was doing when it came to breastfeeding. She gave me the tools I needed to succeed including the confidence to keep going during those early days when it was hard. ​Danielle B.

Inquire about a HOME VISIT. Appointments are limited and only available in Montclair and surrounding towns. Travel Fees: Any home visit will incur a travel fee of $50. 
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If you have multiples, please contact cat@mothersmilknj.com to book.

Lactation Consults

Out-of-Network Fees
Initial Office Visit $330
90 minutes In Person 
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Follow up Office Visit $220
60 minutes In Person
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Initial Telehealth Visit $300
60 minute Virtual Home Visit
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Follow up Telehealth Visit $200
45 minute Virtual Home Visit
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In Network with Aetna BOOK HERE

Prenatal

Third Trimester  
Prenatal Lactation Visit $250 or in network with Aetna
60 minutes just for you to prepare 
for the postpartum 
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Tongue Tie

Tongue Tie Integrated Care Standards

Without the nurses at the hospital helping me, I felt alone and was ready to give up.  I still remember that first phone call with Catherine and the visit that followed.  I felt understood, validated and supported. KELLY C

VISIT FAQ

There is ample paid parking (ParkMobile app), restrooms, and an elevator. Parking: Download the ParkMobile app to use the parking lot or metered parking nearby.

You Are In Charge of Your Visit

• Visits are directed by YOU to address your concerns. 
• You leave with a precise plan of action that is realistic for you.
• I promise to listen so you feel heard.​​

How Many Visits Will I need?
Many infant feeding challenges and questions can be addressed in one initial visit.
Follow-up visits allow for technique improvement, addressing subsequent questions and continued support. Lactation consulting can be curative (immediate fix with a prescribed plan of action) and therapeutic (a process that gradually changes the breastfeeding couple to promote favorable outcomes). I prefer to work on the therapeutic process through a series of visits to ensure positive outcomes.

​Should I do Telehealth or In Person?
You chose what works best for you. Sometimes we start with telehealth and then move to an in person appointment if necessary. If you want hands on help, a weighted feed or an oral assessment of the baby then an office visit is your best bet. 

What Happens at the Appointment?
I aim to have my clients feel safe, heard and to know that they are not alone in their postpartum struggles. I am here to help with the most modern, evidence-based methods to the challenges of this universal human experience. When you leave your appointment, you will have a plan in place tailored specifically to your lifestyle,  your baby and your circumstances. Together we will collaborate to create a satisfying breastfeeding experience on your terms.

The Flow of a Consult

• Meet and review your goals for the visit
• Assessment of the baby
• Weighted feed on a highly calibrated pediatric scale
• Breastfeeding the baby and troubleshooting challenges with positioning and latch
• Evaluating Your Pump Flange Fit and how to best use the pump
• Working on supplemental feeds: bottles or SNS (supplemental nursing systems)
• ​An approved, collaborative plan for continued success to reach YOUR goals
• Plenty of time for Q+A 

Remember to Bring

• your pump
• feeding apparatus such as formula, expressed milk and bottles if you are using them
• diapers,  wipes and a change of clothes

Covid Safety

• Please wear a mask that fits you well. 
• If your mask is slipping or doesn't fit, I will provide you a mask for the visit.​

I HAVE QUESTIONS

Telehealth FAQ

Telehealth is a way to receive care while you remain at home. It can help keep you and your family safe. The goal of Mother's Milk NJ is to ensure that you receive the same high-quality care that you would get by coming in for a visit. By taking a few minutes to prepare, you can set yourself up for a successful visit.

Telehealth Prep Quick Checklist

• Use the best camera you can find
  • Telehealth visits work best when I can see you clearly. Many devices and computers now come with high quality built-in cameras. If your device has an external camera, you can test out the picture by doing a video call with a friend or family member.
  • I may ask you to hold your camera close to your body to do an exam. The clearer the picture and the closer you can get to your device will allow me to make an accurate evaluation and address your concerns.
• Place your camera at eye level
  • Sit eye-level with your camera so you can make eye contact with me. This helps us see each other more clearly and have a deeper connection during your visit.
  • Test the sound.  Most devices have a built-in microphone and speaker system. You can test yours here
• Plug in your device for power and Internet
• Close other apps​
•  Use Chrome as your browser
• Find a quiet space
• Optimize your lighting

Prepare your list of questions and concerns

• Take a minute or two before starting the visit to write down any questions you may have.
• Having a support person with you during your visit can help you remember what you talk about with me and any advice I give. Choose a person that you trust with your health care information. Talk to your support person before the visit starts so that they know what you expect and when they should talk.

​During the Visit

• Connect to the Visit
• How to act
• Act like you would if you were at an in-person visit.
• Tell me all your concerns and symptoms, ask questions, and listen closely.
• Make sure you’re looking into the camera and staying close to your device so I can see and hear you.​