Postnatal Home Consultation

Service Description

Reduce the cost of your consultation You may be able to reduce the cost of your lactation consultation through health insurance and tax relief. 1) Health Insurance Some health insurance providers offer partial cover for lactation consultations, often under maternity or postnatal benefits. We recommend checking directly with your provider to confirm your level of cover. 2) Tax Relief Lactation consultations may qualify for 20% tax relief as a health expense through the Irish Revenue website. 3) Example Consultation fee: €140 Health insurance contribution (50%): €70 reimbursed Remaining balance: €70 Tax relief (20% of €70): €14 Final cost to you: €56 Cover and eligibility can vary depending on your provider and individual policy. Nas, a Board-Certified Lactation Consultant, offers compassionate, evidence-based support to help parents meet their feeding goals. What’s Included: • Follow-Up Email: A detailed summary of the consultation within 24 hours. • Ongoing Support: Two weeks of follow-up via email or phone, including updates to your plan if needed. During the Postnatal Breastfeeding Consultation, We Can: • Address breastfeeding challenges. • Assess latch, attachment, and oral function. • Create a personalized care plan. • Review your pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and baby’s feeding history. • Discuss nipple pain, low/oversupply, prematurity, and feeding techniques like combination feeding and pumping. • Provide evidence-based education and reassurance. By the end of the consultation, you’ll have the knowledge, confidence, and a clear plan to support your breastfeeding journey.