Hi! I am Josie, a Registered Nurse, IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) and certified babywearing consultant based in Adelaide, South Australia, with over 20 years of experience. I have worked in both acute paediatrics/ neonatal care (hospital based) and community child health services (community clinic and home visiting services), which means I have a vast range of knowledge and experience with infants and children across all ages.
I have been an IBCLC since 2012, helping clients achieve their breastfeeding/chestfeeding goals. I work in partnership with families, providing evidence based information for informed decision making.
I have personal experience in a WIDE range of breastfeeding challenges from breastfeeding my four children. You name it, I've dealt with it! These include:
- breastfeeding twins
- late prematurity
- establishing breastfeeding with infants in the nursery
- tongue and lip ties
- breastfeeding through separation and family court
- breastfeeding a medically complex child
- breastfeeding before and after breast augmentation
- maintaining breastfeeding through major brain surgery
- breastfeeding after radiological procedures
- mastitis
- supply issues
- blocked ducts
- mix feeding
- aversion
- breast refusal
I have a deep understanding and increased level of empathy for how challenging breastfeeding can get!
I respect that breastfeeding/chest-feeding and lactation is not a one size fits all journey and in my experience, not one technique or care plan will work for everyone. I believe in an individualised approach based on thorough assessment, the goals of your family and the capacity of your family in achieving those goals. With my support, experience and knowledge, you can feel empowered to reach your goals and we can travel through your lactation journey together.
Thrive with TLC!
I look forward to working with you.
x Josie
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