Lactation Consultation

Breastfeeding provides optimal nutrition for infants and offers lifelong health benefits for both babies and mothers. Like any new skill, breastfeeding often requires guidance, practice, and support—and we're here to help.


At Cradle Thru College Care, we care for many breastfeeding families and are committed to helping you meet your feeding goals. Whether you need reassurance, troubleshooting, or hands-on assistance, we will support you every step of the way.


Dr. Aimy Patel is a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist (CBS) with additional training in breastfeeding medicine and lactation support. She is currently working toward becoming an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) to provide even more comprehensive breastfeeding care for our families.


We also offer a dedicated lactation room in our office where mothers can comfortably breastfeed, pump, and receive feeding support during their visits.


We respect every family's feeding decisions and strive to provide evidence-based, judgment-free guidance. We encourage exclusive breastfeeding for about the first six months of life, with continued breastfeeding alongside complementary foods for at least the first year and beyond, as desired by mother and baby.


We provide:


  • In-office feeding evaluations and hands-on support
  • Breastfeeding guidance during well and sick visits
  • Phone support for breastfeeding questions
  • Growth and feeding assessments for breastfed infants


Areas We Can Help With


  • Positioning and latch techniques
  • Nipple pain and breast care
  • Assessing milk transfer and milk supply
  • Ensuring adequate infant nutrition and weight gain
  • Breast pump assembly, use, and flange sizing
  • Milk storage and handling
  • Returning to work or school while breastfeeding
  • Traveling while breastfeeding or pumping
  • Introducing bottles to breastfed babies
  • Teething and breastfeeding
  • Breastfeeding premature infants
  • Managing slow weight gain
  • Breastfeeding twins
  • Breastfeeding infants with special medical needs, including cleft palate, Down syndrome, and congenital heart conditions
  • Guidance regarding medications, medical testing, and surgery while breastfeeding


Any amount of breast milk you provide is a gift to your child. We are honored to help support you throughout your breastfeeding journey.