Getting Started
We're there for you from the Beginning
Prenatal to 6 weeks Postpartum
The aim of Getting Started Package is to build your confidence in breastfeeding prior to the birth and support you in the early postnatal period transitioning to the establishment of infant feeding.
What you will receive
1x Antenatal home visit
1x Postnatal home visit
1x Introductory infant massage session (before or after birth)
Follow up care by phone, text, email or video
What to expect
The initial visit will be driven by your family’s needs and conducted at a pace and in a manner suitable for you. The initial visit will take a minimum of one hour. At the first home visit antenatally we will talk to you about preparing to breastfeed. The purpose of the visit to identify your individual care needs in a non-intrusive manner.
Antenatally we will talk to you (and your partner) about:
How to prepare for breastfeeding
The magic of skin to skin
Birth discussion on basics of how to get a great breastfeeding start
Normal newborn infant behaviour
Who, when and where to seek support advice/help
How to know if you are on the right track
Guidance on looking after yourself and baby
Postnatally:
Lactation Consultation - debrief on labour, birth and breastfeeding history
- Breastfeeding trouble shooting
Responsive soothing
Normal frequency of feeding
Normal infant sleep and settling
Breastfeeding support in establishing and maintaining supply
Guidance on:
On normal infant growth and development
When to seek help and advice
What you will gain
Nurturing Well will assist you by:
Support you in the early days
Building your knowledge and skills in infant feeding
Getting you prepared for when baby comes home
Increasing your confidence in looking after a new baby
Helping you to know who to contact if you need
Teaching you about Infant Massage either before or after birth
Price
Total = $495
Medicare rebates available up to 6 weeks and 6 days * conditions apply
Private health fund rebates available, please contact your private health fund.