Feeding is one of the most common concerns for parents of newborns. How will the baby be fed? How often? Breastfed or formula? As with every patient and situation, each family is different and will need to make the choice that fits them best.
Since breastfeeding or formula feeding can often be a decision that needs a little help, HealthPark Pediatrics has a lactation consultant on staff who can help you through the process.
Whether you need some help getting started with breastfeeding, or if you have questions about what formula is the right choice, we are here to coach you, help you, and encourage you.
Our lactation consultant is trained to help mothers with a variety of challenges surrounding breastfeeding, including:
- Latching difficulties
- Painful nursing
- Low milk production
- Inadequate weight gain
- Advice about breastfeeding equipment and supplies
Our lactation services can also help women meet their nursing goals when they are faced with special challenges such as returning to work or school.
Meet Laura Hanna, RN, BSN, IBCLC
Laura is an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), providing expert breastfeeding support to families at HealthPark Pediatrics. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. After becoming a mother in 2016 and experiencing firsthand the impact that a lactation consultant can have by overcoming her own breastfeeding challenges, she has been passionate about assisting new parents to feel empowered in their feeding journeys. She first assisted families as an inpatient Mother/Baby nurse, then obtained her IBCLC in 2019. Since then, she has been providing individualized care to a wide range of patients and has a passion for helping parents find the feeding plan that works best for their family.
With a compassionate and evidence-based approach, Laura helps navigate common breastfeeding challenges, including latch difficulties, milk supply concerns, pumping, and returning to work. She is dedicated to empowering families with the knowledge and support their needs to meet their feeding goals.
Laura offers individualized care tailored to each family’s unique needs and works closely with the pediatric team to ensure comprehensive support for both parents and babies. She is passionate about creating a welcoming and judgement-free environment where families feel heard, supported, and confident in their feeding journey.
Schedule an Appointment
To meet with our on-site lactation consultant, call 919-896-7066 or request an appointment online.
