Prenatal Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding isn't always easy.

Contact Gulf Coast Lactation and get the help you deserve, before your baby arrives.

Scotty Thomson, IBCLC will see you in the comfort of your own home(see special travel parameters below),

the office or by video appointment.

At your appointment you will learn:

How to latch without pain.
How to establish a good milk supply.
How to hand express.
How to know if your baby is getting enough milk.
Which pump is best for you.

You will be assigned a personal breastfeeding plan based on your medical history!

Postpartum Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding isn't always easy.

Contact Gulf Coast Lactation and get the help you deserve. Scotty Thomson, IBCLC will see you in the comfort of your own home, (please see our travel parameters below),

the office or by video appointment.

At your appointment you will learn:

How to latch without pain.
How to establish a good milk supply.
How to know if your baby is getting enough milk.
Which pump is best for you.
What problems are present and solutions.

A weighted feeding (weighing the baby before and after nursing) will be done at postpartum visits.

Baby needs to be hungry for this appointment to assess latching and milk transfer.

Telehealth Appointments

Out of the service area and still need help?

Gulf Coast Lactation is here to help. We are available via secure video to assist

with your breastfeeding journey.

Home visits are available if you live within a 60 minute drive from Fairhope, AL
Video appointments are available for those out of the service area.

Travel Policy
Gulf Coast Lactation requires a travel fee of $50 if you fall within a 60-75 min drive of our main office in Fairhope, AL.

Cancellation Policy
Gulf Coast Lactation is committed to providing exceptional care. Unfortunately, when one patient cancels without giving enough notice, they prevent another patient from being seen. Please notify us by 2:00 p.m. on the day prior to your scheduled appointment to notify us of any changes or cancellations. If prior notification is not given,
you may be charged $25 for the missed appointment.

We understand there may be times when an unforeseen emergency occurs and you may not be able to keep your scheduled appointment. If you should experience extenuating circumstances please contact us as soon as possible;
we may be able to waive the No Show fee.