Breastfeeding Consultations
We are here to support you by providing expert breastfeeding guidance and boost your confidence
Lactation Consultations are a wonderful way to get your breastfeeding journey off to the best start!
In-Person and Virtual Visits
Updated July 2020
Our Breastfeeding Consultations are with trained healthcare professionals who are International Board Certified Lactation Consultants® (IBCLC®). They are professionals who specializes in the clinical management of breastfeeding, and are experts in the fields of human lactation and breastfeeding counseling. They will guide you with non-judgement and compassion through the lactation challenges faced by both new and experienced parents. We have helped over 100,000 happy families and look forward to supporting you! Some of the areas we specialize in include:
Low milk supply
Breast engorgement and mastitis
Clogged or plugged milk ducts
Poor breastfeeding latch
Mouth problems and tongue ties
Flat or inverted nipples
Sore, burning, or cracked nipples
Nipple confusion
Twins and multiples
Breastfeeding while sick
Inducing lactation of an adoptive parent
LGBTQIAP+ breastfeeding and chestfeeding
Relactating
Supplemental nursing system (SNS)
Creating breastfeeding plans
Working and breastfeeding
Thrush
Supplementing and breastfeeding
Working and breastfeeding
And many others!
We offer office visits in Burlingame, California, home visits in the San Francisco Bay Area, and virtual visits. Consultants will wear full PPE during in-person visits. Virtual appointments are done over a HIPAA compliant platform or over the phone, depending on your preference. Appointment can be booked here. We have Lactation Consultants who are fluent in Spanish, Mandarin, and Cantonese.
Consults are 1 hour, but they can be extended at a prorated rate depending on your needs and questions. For longer visits, please call 650-347-6455 and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. If you book a twins lactation consultation, this is a two hour consult to leave plenty of time to address both babies. We offer Back to Work Consults that cover returning to work and breastfeeding, and Online Infant Nutrition Consultations with a Registered Dietician (RD).
Breastfeeding Consultations at Your Home
Home Lactation Consultations brings a consultant to meet you in the comfort of your home. All of the wonderful service and assistance that is provided in our office is brought to the visit, including a baby scale to get the pre and post weight of your baby and observing a nursing session. The consultant will answer questions or concerns you have and will provide techniques and tips to improve your nursing.
To get a quote for an out of area home consult, please call 650-347-6455. Additional time is prorated.
$300 for a 1 hour visit in San Bruno, Millbrae, Foster City, Burlingame, San Mateo, Belmont, San Carlos, Redwood City, Menlo Park, Palo Alto, Mountain View, or East of Foothill Expy in Los Altos.
$350 for a 1 hour visit in Pacifica, Moss Beach, El Granada, Miramar, or Half Moon Bay.
Breastfeeding Consultations at Our Centers
Visits at our Breastfeeding Centers allow you meet one on one with a consultant in Burlingame or Menlo Park, California. After your visit, you have easy access to the center's complimentary services and any breastfeeding accessories you need.
We encourage our customers to use the complimentary 2 hour private parking behind the Burlingame Center on Chapin Avenue or the 3 hour public lot in Menlo Park.
$200 for a 1 Hour Visit
Additional Time Prorated
Online or Phone Breastfeeding COnsultations
Online and phone consults are available for any appointment type and allow you the convenience of receiving expert breastfeeding help from any location. These are done over a video call which uses a HIPAA compliant version of Google Hangout Meet or over the phone, depending on your preference.
$185 for a 1 Hour Visit
Additional Time Prorated
Follow-Up Consultations
Online and phone consults are available for any appointment type and allow you the convenience of receiving expert breastfeeding help from any location. These are done over a video call which uses a HIPAA compliant platform or over the phone, depending on your preference.
$185 for a 1 Hour Visit
Additional Time Prorated
Back to Work Breastfeeding Consultations
Back to Work Consultations guide you in creating create a plan for nursing and pumping at work specifically tailored to you, your baby, and your job.
The consultant will provide you with information and questions for your baby's caregiver, important pumping and milk storage information, as well as guidance on how to balance pumping, nursing, and storage with your workplace and your time considerations.
Healthy Horizons advises employers and maintains workplace mother's rooms across the United States and is the expert on workplace pumping.
$200 for a 1 Hour Visit
Additional Time Prorated
In addition to our Back to Work Consult, we have a wonderful Back to Work Class for our working mothers once a month.
Online Infant Nutrition Private Class and Consultation
This private online one hour package with a Registered Dietitian includes a 40 minute private class to prepare you for introducing solids to your baby's diet (while supporting your breastfeeding goals) and a 20 minute consultation to answer your specific questions.
The Dietician guides you in using effective feeding techniques, and building a foundation of balanced nutrition habits that last a lifetime. The instructor is trained to work with dietary restrictions and special situations.
After the visit Sample Menu Plans with Meal planning cheat-sheet, and a Quick-Start Guide to feeding your baby (pamphlet/booklet) are provided.
$185 for a 1 Hour Visit
Additional Time Prorated
Meet Your Team OF Expert Lactation and Nutrition Consultants

Amy R.
A wonderful experience, Elaine was so helpful and insightful. Personal attention and I got all my questions answered!
Christina B.
I gained confidence after my session in breastfeeding and have been doing well ever since. I recommend Elaine's service to anyone with issues like I had.

Tracy R.
My consult with Maggie was so informative & helpful! As a first time mommy whose milk is slow to come in, Maggie gave me so many resources, suggestions, tips, I am so grateful!! Maggie went the extra mile for this sleep deprived mama and I can’t thank her enough!! My mom & I were both so impressed with her knowledge, expertise, compassion and patience. Thank you Maggie & Healthy Horizons!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Rana O.
Sheila was the 5th Lactation Consultant I've seen and she had new ideas and a concrete plan that helped my baby right away. It's such a relief to finally have some help and to know we're on the right road.
Jaimey W.
I came in so discouraged and afraid I wasn’t going to be able to breastfeed successfully. Sheila was fantastic, set a calm tone and through a few small adjustments, was able to help me get back on track. She also celebrated my successes which made my husband and I feel so supported. This session was worth every penny.

Gina K.
Maggie was so incredibly kind and informative when coming to my house to help teach me about breastfeeding and my breast pump. This session was essential to my success with feeding my daughter and giving me immense peace of mind as a first time parent. The day before I had called Healthy Horizons because my doctor was discussing a need to supplement with formula while my milk came in. My time with Healthy Horizons is what saved me. Healthy Horizons is a wonderful company with staff who truly care about you and your baby. Thank you so much!! I’m incredibly grateful.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What Happens at a Breastfeeding Consultation?
During this visit, the consultant may take the weight of the baby and will observe a nursing session. They will answer any questions or concerns you have and will provide techniques and tips to help address any breastfeeding problems the mother or baby is experiencing. Back to Work Consults are available for mothers returning to work. All visits are 1 hour, except for twins visits which are 2 hours. Additional time is prorated at the hourly rate.
How do I Prepare for a Breastfeeding Consultation?
Do you offer Lactation Consultations in Mandarin, Cantonese, or Spanish?
Yes. Elaine Tan is fluent in Mandarin and Cantonese. Susan McLaughlin is fluent in Spanish. Please visit the booking site to book your visit with them. Let them know ahead of time about your language preference.
How can I see an IBCLC during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Yes, you can book an in-person or online appointment. Virtual appointments are conducted over our HIPAA compliant video system or over the phone. The other option is an in-person visit in Burlingame or at your home. Lactation Consultants will wear full PPE during your visit, you must also wear a mask. Currently for in-person visits, only your lactation consultant, the lactating parent and your baby may be present for everyone's safety.
Do you offer chestfeeding support?
Yes, we have worked with transgender and non-binary parents to help them reach their lactation goals. We are also experienced in induced lactation. We are happy to support you!
Please see our insurance page for reimbursement and coverage tips.
How can I use my insurance to help cover a consult?
If the baby is a newborn please limit the amount you feed the baby to 1/2 a normal feeding amount if your appointment is within 1 hour so the baby is more willing to feed during the visit.
If you are supplementing with breastmilk or formula please bring extra milk with you if you have a non-latching baby.
If your baby is a newborn and experiencing weight loss or slow weight gain please bring a record of the number of breastfeedings, bottle feedings, and supplement amounts along with the number of soiled and wet diapers.