Breastfeeding Lactation Consultant in Burnaby, Langley, Surrey, Abbotsford, Coquitlam, and Maple Ridge BC
Simply Nourish provides lactation services throughout the Fraser Valley and Vancouver, BC areas to ensure a seamless transition into parenthood. I am proud to serve as a go-to breastfeeding lactation consultant in Abbotsford, Burnaby, Langley, Surrey and Coquitlam, BC.
Looking for an at-home prenatal lactation consultation to help direct you through the sensitive days after childbirth? I will come to your home and discuss your goals for your newborn! Together, we will create a strategy that is a great fit for you and your beautiful baby.
Looking for an at-home prenatal lactation consultation to help direct you through the sensitive days after childbirth? I will come to your home and discuss your goals for your newborn! Together, we will create a strategy that is a great fit for you and your beautiful baby.
How I Can Help
Whether you’re a new or existing parent, breastfeeding can be a challenging task to manage. Through years of experience, training and serving as a lactation consultant in Langley and the Fraser Valley area, I apply professional knowledge and education to your personal breastfeeding goals.
Together, we devise a realistic plan to ensure that your goal as a parent can be met. I understand that breastfeeding can be an adjustment, which is why I am here to make that adjustment as simple and comfortable as possible for you.
Whether you need a certified lactation consultant in Coquitlam, Surrey, Burnaby or North Vancouver, BC, I service parents across the Fraser Valley Area.
Together, we devise a realistic plan to ensure that your goal as a parent can be met. I understand that breastfeeding can be an adjustment, which is why I am here to make that adjustment as simple and comfortable as possible for you.
Whether you need a certified lactation consultant in Coquitlam, Surrey, Burnaby or North Vancouver, BC, I service parents across the Fraser Valley Area.
Why Hire an IBCLC?
An IBCLC is the only internationally recognised professional breastfeeding qualification. It is awarded by The International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE); the examining body.
Before sitting the IBCLC exam, candidates must demonstrate extensive clinical experience (1000 hours) and advanced lactation education (at least 90 hours). They must abide by Professional Standards and recertify every five years to ensure they are up to date. They can help with any breastfeeding issues including complex situations, high-risk babies, oral assessment and more.
I want parents to know that there are professionals who are experienced and knowledgeable in the art of breastfeeding. As an IBCLC, I am extremely reflective in my practice and I will always provide an evidence-based skill set when addressing feeding challenges. A breastfeeding dyad is dynamic and ever changing. I often tell clients fixing nursing problems tends to be two steps forward, one step back. I will be with you through it all, cheering you on, reassuring you, providing you with evidence-based support and helping you to meet your nursing goals, whatever they may be.
Before sitting the IBCLC exam, candidates must demonstrate extensive clinical experience (1000 hours) and advanced lactation education (at least 90 hours). They must abide by Professional Standards and recertify every five years to ensure they are up to date. They can help with any breastfeeding issues including complex situations, high-risk babies, oral assessment and more.
I want parents to know that there are professionals who are experienced and knowledgeable in the art of breastfeeding. As an IBCLC, I am extremely reflective in my practice and I will always provide an evidence-based skill set when addressing feeding challenges. A breastfeeding dyad is dynamic and ever changing. I often tell clients fixing nursing problems tends to be two steps forward, one step back. I will be with you through it all, cheering you on, reassuring you, providing you with evidence-based support and helping you to meet your nursing goals, whatever they may be.
My Education Background:
- Became an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (2016)
- Douglas College Breastfeeding Course for Health Care Providers (2006 and 2015)
- Graduated as a Registered Nurse in 2007 from Kwantlen University
- Obtained my specialty degree in Perinatal Nursing through BCIT in 2008
- Member of International Lactation Consultant Association (ILCA)
- Member of Canadian Lactation Consultant Association (CLCA)
- Member of British Columbia Lactation Consultants Associatio
It may be uncommon to have a health care provider come to your home, but I do! This is because I understand how important it is for you to be assisted and supported in your home environment.
I offer compassionate, comprehensive feeding support that is individualized and based on years of training and experience. I also provide advocacy in your unique journey into parenthood.
I offer compassionate, comprehensive feeding support that is individualized and based on years of training and experience. I also provide advocacy in your unique journey into parenthood.
Advocacy and Support
Want to breastfeed? I will support you.
Want to combo feed? I will support you.
Want to wean? I will support you.
Want to discuss parenting? I will support you.
Do you feel frustrated or have other emotions that you're dealing with? I will support you.
Want to combo feed? I will support you.
Want to wean? I will support you.
Want to discuss parenting? I will support you.
Do you feel frustrated or have other emotions that you're dealing with? I will support you.
My job as a lactation consultant and postpartum doula is not to pass judgment or sway you in a different direction. My job is to provide you with unprecedented support throughout your entire experience. Together, we set realistic goals and I help you achieve your goals as a nurturer and parent.
You Don’t Have To Do This Alone
Services
I offer several services to tailor my approach to each parent I work with. Find the service package based on your personal concerns and goals!
PRIVATE IN HOME SUPPORT - $180
This is a 60 – 90 minutes full lactation assessment and evaluation in your home.
Please don't feel you need to clean up! But do try to arrange for your baby to be ready to feed.
Additional $25 fee is added for any travel over 25 km (one way) from Maple Ridge, BC.
Please don't feel you need to clean up! But do try to arrange for your baby to be ready to feed.
Additional $25 fee is added for any travel over 25 km (one way) from Maple Ridge, BC.
THE SUPPORTIVE 6 - $900
This is a series of 6 in-home sessions, ranging from 60-90 minutes.
This package is a great fit if you require additional support for you and your little one.
With this bundle, you pay for 5 "PRIVATE IN HOME SUPPORT" sessions, and you get the 6th free!
This package is a great fit if you require additional support for you and your little one.
With this bundle, you pay for 5 "PRIVATE IN HOME SUPPORT" sessions, and you get the 6th free!
PRIVATE IN CLINIC SUPPORT - $150
This is a 60-90 minute full lactation assessment and evaluation in my office, located in Maple Ridge.
Please feel free to come in comfy clothes and a messy bun/pyjamas!
Try to arrange for your baby to be ready to feed by staggering his or her feed.
Please feel free to come in comfy clothes and a messy bun/pyjamas!
Try to arrange for your baby to be ready to feed by staggering his or her feed.
PRIVATE ONLINE/TELEPHONE SUPPORT - $65
Sometimes we just need a bit of education, support and encouragement. This is a telephone/email or FaceTime consult to discuss any worries or questions you may have about feeding your baby. Estimated time duration is 10 – 30 minutes.
ONGOING CONCERNS - $30
This could prove helpful when you and I have completed working together and an uncomplicated question or a simple concern comes up that you are wanting support with. If when we chat I feel a follow up visit would be appropriate I will let you know right away.
PRENATAL BREASTFEEDING PREPARATION CLASS - $65
All parents need accurate information and someone to provide them with support and encouragement. Let's get together 1:1 and talk about how to prepare your body, mind and partners for great breastfeeding success.
We will review how to "make milk" and focus on the first 24 – 72 hrs with the baby. Some of the topics I cover include: breastfeeding positions, how to recognize good milk transfer and common breastfeeding challenges (such as engorgement, clogged ducts and sore nipples).
An additional $25 fee is added for any travel over 25km (one way) from Maple Ridge, BC.
Combination packages are available.
Several extended care plans can cover my services as an IBCLC! Contact me today for more information.
Don’t have benefits? That’s okay -- I always offer payment plans to ensure everyone can access the support they need.
We will review how to "make milk" and focus on the first 24 – 72 hrs with the baby. Some of the topics I cover include: breastfeeding positions, how to recognize good milk transfer and common breastfeeding challenges (such as engorgement, clogged ducts and sore nipples).
An additional $25 fee is added for any travel over 25km (one way) from Maple Ridge, BC.
Combination packages are available.
Several extended care plans can cover my services as an IBCLC! Contact me today for more information.
Don’t have benefits? That’s okay -- I always offer payment plans to ensure everyone can access the support they need.
What My Clients Say
“Katy came recommended by my midwife and I'm very happy she worked with me on my breastfeeding issues. She is incredibly knowledgeable and considerate and I don't know if I would've continued breastfeeding without her help. She gave me the tools, knowledge, and encouragement I needed to go on when I was desperate for answers. She is always helpful and responsive. The extra expense of a lactation consultant can be a challenge and it may be hard to justify if you're not sure if the LC you're engaging will be able to solve your issues, but Katy definitely helped me and continues to help me with ongoing issues and concerns.”
-Alice
-Alice
Become The Parent You’ve Always Wanted To BeLooking for a lactation consultant in Coquitlam, Surrey, Langley or nearby the Fraser Valley? Let me help you achieve your goals in the early stages of parenthood! Together, anything is in reach. To book your consultation and begin with my services, contact me today to learn more!
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