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Lactation Consultation

& BABY MASSAGE

Shushila Boswell Lactation Consultant

Embark on a confident breastfeeding journey with Shushila Boswell, a Midwife of over three decades experience and dedicated lactation specialist. Shushila is here to guide you through every step, offering personalised care and expert advice. Whether you're a new mum or facing unique challenges, trust in Shushila Boswell's expertise to create a supportive and nurturing environment. Let Shushila be your companion on this beautiful journey, ensuring you embrace confidence and joy in every moment of your bonding experience.

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Lactation Consultant will attend home visit within the circle. Home visits outside the circle will incur an additional travel expense.

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Professional Philosophy

SHUSHILA BOSWELL

Throughout my tenure as a midwife, I've noticed the profound impact childbirth has on the bond between mother and baby. Additionally, whether a mother chooses breastfeeding or another feeding method can significantly influence her experience of motherhood.

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Maintaining overall health during pregnancy extends beyond mere diet and exercise. Mental well-being is equally crucial. My approach involves addressing the dynamic needs of both mother and baby in the present moment. This process is ever-evolving; what works today may not tomorrow. As babies reach various milestones, whether it's in hours, days, weeks, months, or years, we must continuously adapt to meet their evolving needs.

Throughout my years of experience, I've witnessed the profound impact of a woman's pregnancy journey on her postpartum well-being. A supportive partner or family further enriches the bond with the newborn.

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The postpartum period is an intimate time of transitioning into a new way of life and establishing routines. It necessitates adjustments as everyone adapts to the changes. As the baby grows, the dynamics of the relationships with the mother, partner, siblings, and baby also evolve, continuing to shape the family's journey together.

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Shushila Boswell Lactation Consultant
  • When should I see a lactation consultant?
    Any time before or after the birth. However most importantly, if you’re having trouble with any aspect of breastfeeding or feeding your baby in general If you have an antenatal consultation, then it prepares you emotionally and physically. It gives you the opportunity to discuss any anxieties or expectations of breastfeeding. Learn how to attach correctly, the importance of skin to skin, breast assessment for lactation purposes, hand expressing and many more. This allows you to be better equiped to deal with the common issues mother’s can often face before and after the birth of a baby. A lactation consultant can also be consulted if breastfeeding isn’t your chosen method of feeding. She helps you with all things feeding, mother and baby - sleep and settling, bonding, baby’s behaviour. She’s also there to support father/partner too. Feeding your baby is multi faceted and there are many factors that play a role in how successful the feeding will go. It is important to keep an open mind as one piece of advice doesn’t fit all sizes. I look forward to meeting you.
  • What can I expect in my first session with a lactation consultant?
    At your first session, a thorough history taking is essential to ascertain how the lactation consultant can best support you and your baby. Following this, an observation and assessment of feeding is beneficial in giving you the best possible advice, tools and discuss the appropriate management to support you and your baby.
  • How long does an appointment go for?
    Antenatal Consultation - 2 hours and includes 7 days of phone, sms, and email follow up Postnatal Consultation - 2 hours and includes 7 days of phone, sms, and email follow up Follow Up Phone Consultation - 30 mins - $50, 1 hour - $80 Packages - Please see the packages section
  • Can I claim medicare rebate?
    Unfortunately, I do not offer medicare rebate.
  • How much does it cost?
    Antenatal Consultation 2 hours - $200 – Virtual 2 hours - $230 (save $10) – Home visit Any additional hours will incur additional fees at $100/hour Travel fee applicable for areas outside of the designated region shown in the map above. Postnatal Consultation 2 hours - $200 – Virtual 2 hours - $230 (Save $10)– Home visit Any additional hours will incur additional fees at $100/hour Travel fee applicable for areas outside of the designated region shown in the map above. Follow Up Phone Consultation 30 mins - $50 1 hour - $80
  • How much does it cost for baby massage?
    4 x 1 hour sessions - $200 per mum & baby Includes products (parent manual, oil & USB intro to baby massage) – for groups of 4 women and babies. 2 x 1.5 hours private sessions – $300. Includes products (parent manual, oil & USB intro to baby massage). 1 hour Introduction to Massaging your Baby private session – $195 Includes products (parent manual, oil & USB intro to baby massage).
  • What areas / regions do you do home visits?
    Lactation Consultant will attend home visit within the circle below. Home visits outside the circle will incur an additional travel expense. Not applicable for online consultations.
  • Do I need a referral to be seen for counselling?
    No, a referral is not required.
  • How long does a session go for?
    Initial session is 1.5 hour long for history taking. Subsequent sessions run for 50-55 minutes long.
  • How much does it cost?
    Initial session $150 Subsequent sessions $100/hour
  • Do you accept medicare rebate?
    No, unfortunately I do not offer medicare rebate.
  • How do I make an appointment to see you?
    You contact the mobile and leave a message if I'm unable to take the call.
  • Do you offer online services?
    Absolutely, I offer zoom, Skype, or phone. Living geographically in other locations including interstates or overseas is not a barrier to the service offered.
  • Do I see NDIS clients for counselling
    Yes, I do see NDIS clients for counselling
Shushila Boswell Lactation Consultant

'Shushila’s ability to act intuitively is second to none. All of her support was so helpful, so practical and so in-tune with me and my daughter. Any problems we had along the way she was right there to assist, in such a warm and simple way that supports you to feel more confident in what you’re doing.' 

Natalie

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