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Lactation/Feeding

reach your feeding goals

As a Registered Nurse, I am not here to tell you how to feed your baby.  I am here to support you. First, I will perform a thorough assessment. Then, I will provide education and support to help you overcome challenges and achieve your feeding goals.

Often, lactation services are covered by insurance. Plans that are accepted are: most Blue Cross PPO, Blue Shield PPO, Anthem PPO, Cigna PPO plans, all PNOA plans, VA CCN. Note that PNOA will often appear alongside other payers on the medical insurance card like Aetna or UHC. If the card includes the PNOA logo at all I can take them.  please use the button below to input your insurance information. We will receive confirmation within 90 minutes of your insurance coverage or rejection. I will then reach out to you to schedule your appointment. If you do not have one of these insurances, please see the below FAQ and book through the self-pay buttons.

***Now accepting Tricare West!! If you have tricare, please contact me directly to schedule.***

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Lactation (Prenatal or Postpartum) Consult package

This package is for families who need consistent support to overcome the struggles they are having with feeding, including breastfeeding, pumping, bottle feeding/bottle refusal, formula, tongue ties, milk supply issues, back to work, and more. My goal is to help take the stress out of feeding your baby.

This service includes:

  • 60 minute consultation (virtual or in-home)
  • Comprehensive feeding plan and eBook
  • 7 consecutive days of follow-up email support

$150-$200

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In-Home Areas Served: Solano, Yolo and surrounding counties (Contact me HERE to see if I service your area, travel fee may apply)

Virtual Lactation/Pumping Support or Flange Fitting

I can help you overcome feeding challenges from anywhere! This service includes:

    • 60-minute online session
    • Recap email will be sent following the session summarizing my assessment, and providing education on how to reach your goals

$75

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Weaning Support Package

Weaning from breastfeeding can be stressful, both physically and emotionally. I will help make the process easier for your whole family.

This service includes:

  • 30 minute phone assessment and consultation, where I will help you create a plan to get your child transitioned from the breast, and onto a nutritionally recommended alternative
  • Daily support for seven consecutive days
  • Comprehensive weaning eBook

$100

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EVIDENCE-INFORMED EDUCATION
One-On-One Virtual feeding Workshops

I offer educational programming for new parents at every feeding stage.  Group workshops are also available — click here to view my class schedule.  Interested in a booking a one-on-one session? Click below to get started. 

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During this 60 minute workshop I will provide you with evidence-informed breastfeeding information and tips, which will leave you feeling confident and excited to get started. Topics covered include:

  • Hand expression
  • Latching and positioning
  • How to avoid sore nipples
  • What to do if your infant won’t breastfeed
  • How long to breastfeed on each side
  • Pumping in the postpartum period
  • Pacifiers and bottles

Also included is a 15-minute prenatal breastfeeding assessment and our extensive breastfeeding eBook.

There are many ways to feed your infant, and I will teach you about all of them.  Topics covered during this 60 minute workshop include:

  • Responsive feeding techniques
  • Exclusive breastfeeding with supplementation
  • Combination feeding 
  • Exclusive pumping
  • How to build a freezer stash of expressed breast milk
  • Tips on how to return to work
  • How and when to introduce a bottle
  • Formula: how to know what to choose and how much to give
  • Breast pumps: what equipment do you need
  • And more!

Also included is an extensive companion eBook.

During this 60 minute session I will teach you how to hand express, review the benefits of antenatal hand expression, and provide supplemental teaching on breastfeeding and what to expect. This service also includes all supplies needed to safely store your expressed colostrum, plus our comprehensive breastfeeding eBook.

Ready to start solids but not sure where to start?  This can be so overwhelming, and I can make it easier.  Join me for a one hour workshop where I will cover:

  • Signs of readiness
  • Gear you need for starting
  • Baby-led weaning (BLW) vs. purees vs. combination of the two
  • Responsive feeding
  • How to introduce allergens and recognize an allergy
  • How do you incorporate cow’s milk?

The workshop includes our comprehensive Starting Solids eBook.

Do you know what to do in a choking emergency? Does starting solids make you nervous? I can help! I will teach you the lifesaving skills to give you peace of mind. A CPR workshop can be added on to any feeding workshop. Click below to learn more. 

CPR, Choking + AED Workshop

Frequently Asked Questions

Good question!  We are called The Mama Coach because years ago, when Carrie’s first boy was very small, she often wondered out loud to herself, “Where is my Mama Coach?” and “I need a Mama Coach!”.  Carrie searched and searched for qualified support and realized there was a need for qualified support for new families. We recognize that our name can give the impression that we only serve moms, but we will continue to work and learn to ensure our messaging is clear that all people are welcome here. Parents carry a heavy load, and do it with grace.  All parents deserve support, and The Mama Coach is the answer you’ve been searching for.  

We do not just support moms — we help ALL people.  All are welcome here, and we are committed to providing you with quality support, no matter your gender or family dynamic.  As we learned in nursing school, your family is who YOU say they are.

YES! As a member of The Lactation Network, I am able to accept and directly bill several large insurance companies such as: Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, Anthem, Sigma, VA CCN & The Provider Network (PNOA). 

Want to know in 90 minutes if you are covered? Use this direct link to find out : https://go.lactationnetwork.com/TheMamaCoachCrystalNightingale

If you are not a member of the above listed insurances, my services may still be covered by out-of-network benefits. After our visit I can provide you with a superbill, including the necessary coding, to submit to your respective insurance for reimbursement. 

You can call and speak to your insurance administrator if you have any questions regarding lactation coverage. 

Our services can also be covered through HSA or FSAs as well.  Reach out to me for more information.

IBCLC stands for International Board Certified Lactation Consultant — that’s what I am!

This credential means that I have obtained a large number of practical hours, educational hours and passed an extensive test to show my specific understanding and care for lactating families. 

I am very proud of this credential!

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