Lactation ConsultationS

I know how breastfeeding struggles can have such an impact on your motherhood experience, and I’d love to be your safe, trusted space while we ensure your baby continues to thrive.

I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), a specialist offering evidence-based information and empathetic support that enables you to move into motherhood with confidence.

“Johanna is an amazing lactation consultant who is extremely knowledgeable in tongue and lip ties. She has been so helpful and very supportive in getting my baby back to exclusive breastfeeding after a very challenging start. Without her tips and exercises we wouldn’t be where we are now! Even during these crazy Corona times she managed to help us via Skype, which surprisingly felt no different than having her sit next to me. I can highly recommend her to all mums out there! I am a mother of four and I thought I knew all the tricks…. there are more! And Johanna knows them!”

Suzanne

AREAS of EXPERTISE

I have knowledge and experience in a vast array of infant feeding issues, including:

Oral assessments, including:

Tongue ties (types I-IV) and lip ties
Palate assessment
Disorganised suck
Overactive gag reflex
Suck training and strengthening

Baby concerns

Weight gain worries
Reflux and allergies/intolerances
Breast refusal / nursing strike
Sleepy or unsettled babies
Safe supplementation

Mother concerns

Pain
Latching and positioning
Worries about supply (low or high)
Clogged ducts, recurrent mastitis
Thrush, blebs, vasoconstriction
Hormonal concerns (PCOS, thyroid, etc)

Pumping & Supplementation

Full pumping assessment and sizing
Returning to work and Swiss law
Bottle rejection
Bottle feeding while protecting a breastfeeding relationship
Breastmilk and formula preparation and use

Solids and Weaning

Introducing solid food
Gentle weaning and night weaning
Fast or emergency weaning when necessary
Advice and support, entirely free of judgement

Special situations

Cleft palates
Genetic disorders, such as Down’s Syndrome
Insufficient Glandular Tissue (hypoplastic breasts)
Breastfeeding after surgery
Induced lactation and relactation

Schedule your appointment

Feel free to contact me to discuss any specific areas or issues you would like to explore.

Lactation consultations take 90 minutes, allowing a full exploration of your and your child’s situation. You will receive a detailed care plan after your visit.

My consultations occur in my practice in Thalwil, or online, with the occasional home visit reserved for those with highly complex needs.