Prenatal Services · Sandy Springs & Roswell
Prenatal lactation services in Atlanta
Breastfeed Atlanta helps you prepare to breastfeed before your baby arrives. Our prenatal services include a prenatal breastfeeding class, one-on-one prenatal lactation consultations with an IBCLC, and help choosing and ordering a breast pump through your insurance. Early, proactive support makes a real difference, most visits are covered by insurance, and no referral is needed.
Should I see a lactation consultant before my baby is born?
Yes. Research shows that parents who get breastfeeding support before birth are more likely to meet their breastfeeding goals. Addressing your questions and any potential barriers ahead of time can make a meaningful difference for the whole family. The best support is early, preventive, and proactive, so meeting with a lactation consultant while you are pregnant is the best way to have a plan in place before your baby arrives.
Prenatal breastfeeding class
If you are pregnant and planning to breastfeed, our prenatal breastfeeding class is the best place to start. Take it as an online breastfeeding class from home, or in person at our Glenridge and Roswell locations in metro Atlanta. This 90-minute, evidence-based class is designed to help you reach your breastfeeding goals. In it you will learn:
- How to support a strong milk supply
- Techniques for latching your baby
- How to tell whether your baby is getting enough
- Simple ways to avoid common breastfeeding challenges
- The role of a breast pump, and how to order one through your insurance
Offered virtually or in person at our Glenridge and Roswell locations.
Prenatal lactation consultation
A prenatal lactation consultation is a one-on-one visit for parents who want individualized support, have already taken the class, or already have breastfeeding or pumping experience. Your provider builds a proactive plan around your specific situation. The visit includes:
- A detailed medical history to identify any risk factors for breastfeeding challenges
- A proactive, personalized feeding plan
- A breast exam
- Hands-on guidance for hand expressing and collecting colostrum before birth, sometimes called colostrum harvesting
- Breast pump flange sizing and help choosing the right pump
- Instructions for ordering a pump through your insurance
Held at our Glenridge location or virtually.
Getting a breast pump through your insurance
Not sure which pump is right for you? We can help you get a breast pump through your insurance, which most plans cover at no cost, and choose the one that fits you best. Most parents order their pump during pregnancy, often in the third trimester, so it is ready when the baby arrives. You can also schedule a pumping support visit for a personalized recommendation, and book it in person if you want to see exactly how each pump works.
We have obsessively tested every pump we offer and stock a wide range, so you can get exactly what you need. We sweat the details so you do not have to. When you are ready, you can order through MilkCrate, our pump and supply site.
Frequently asked questions
When should I take a prenatal breastfeeding class?
Do you offer an online prenatal breastfeeding class?
What is the difference between the class and a prenatal consultation?
How do I collect colostrum before birth?
How do I get a breast pump through my insurance while pregnant?
Do I need a referral for a prenatal lactation consultation?
Where are prenatal services offered?
Is prenatal lactation support covered by insurance?
Get a plan in place before baby arrives
Start with a class or book a one-on-one prenatal consultation. Most visits are covered by insurance, and no referral is needed.