I was referred to Lana when my daughter was a couple of weeks old as I had cracked nipples, a breast infection, ductal thrush and my daughter had thrush as well as a tongue tie (which was due to be assessed and later snipped).
I was was very keen to breastfeed my 2nd baby (as I had done with my 1st) however I had experienced a very traumatic birth (with my daughter spending time in SCBU). I was extremely sore, doubting myself and worried as my daughter was not gaining weight.
I met with Lana and she was extremely supportive and reassuring. Lana observed me feeding, gave me advice on my daughter's latch, and offered advice on treatments and how to apply creams the doctors had provided me.
Lana checked in with me for numerous weeks after we had met, and she was always there at the end of the phone if I needed with sound advice and reassurance. Her support was crucial in giving me the confidence to continue breastfeeding and I was extremely grateful for the time, genuine care and understanding that Lana showed me when I was feeling extremely vulnerable and confused.
Six months later and my daughter is still EBF and thriving. Thank you, Lana.
"Extremely supportive and reassuring"
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