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About Me

Hi there. My name is Charlene and I am a Lactation Consultant based in Canberra, Australia. I can assist you to gain knowledge and confidence in breastfeeding your baby, and overcome any challenges that you may be facing. I provide consultations where you are most comfortable, in your own home. With the right advice and support, women can meet and even exceed their breastfeeding goals.

I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, with a Midwifery and Nursing background. 10 years of professional experience and many years of personal breastfeeding experience, go hand in hand to assist you with your breastfeeding journey. If you require help or support, please contact me today.

Services

Consultations occur in your home and usually take 1-2 hours. Initial consultations cost $190 within normal business hours, or $220 during the evening or on weekends.

Payment is required in full, at the time of the visit. Fees for follow-up consultations are charged at a lesser rate, dependant on your individual needs. Some private health fund rebates available.

I can assist you with:

Antenatal consultation
Learning to breastfeed in the early days and weeks
Positioning and attachment
Sore nipples
Low supply/oversupply
Issues with letdown
Expression of breastmilk
Breast refusal
Returning to exclusive breastfeeding
Unsettled baby
Returning to work
Weaning

The above is a short list of general examples. You may not have a specific issue at all and just require reassurance that breastfeeding is going well.

Contact

To book a consultation, please contact me via one of the following methods:

Address

PO Box 522
Kippax, ACT, 2615
Australia

Phone: 0423 129 604
Email: lc@charlenesamways.com
Facebook: @lactation.consultant.canberra