Lactation Support Services, Portland
Wildwood Birth's lactation support services are in-home visits by an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and might be fully covered by your health insurance plan.
No matter what you choose,
Fed is best!
“Zoë was amazing! I was so concerned that I was doing it wrong and my baby wasn’t getting enough to eat. Zoë helped us with different positions and making sure by baby was latching on right, and he very quickly began to gain weight! It was a huge relief.”
Feeding & Lactation Support
Feeding your baby can come with many questions and challenges, and we’re here to help. Whether you’re breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, using formula, or a combination, our lactation support services provide expert guidance to set you up for success.
We cover:
Latching positions to ensure a deep, comfortable latch.
How often to feed your baby and recognizing hunger cues.
How to know if your baby is feeding well, including signs of adequate intake.
Building a good milk supply and maintaining healthy production.
Milk storage & formula safety for proper handling and preparation.
When and how to introduce pumping & bottles for a smooth transition.
Common challenges and how to solve them, including latch pain, low supply, engorgement, and clogged ducts.
Tips for returning to work or school, including pumping schedules and feeding plans.
Nutrition while nursing, including foods that support milk production and postpartum healing.
And more!
Pricing & Insurance Info
Insurance plans are required to cover up to 6 lactation visits, and additional visits may be approved based on your needs. Zoë is able to bill several insurance plans directly.
Check if your insurance covers lactation visits through The Lactation Network
Out-of-Pocket Pricing (Approximate Visit Lengths):
Initial Visit: $275 (1.5 hrs)
Follow-Up Visit: $225 (1 hr)
3-Visit Package: $660 (3–5 hrs total)
Prenatal Education Visit: $225 (1 hr)
Add-on to Postpartum Doula Visit: $125 (1 hr)
3-Visit Postpartum Doula + Lactation Package: $900 (12 hrs total)
Telehealth Visit: $125 (varies)
Weekend (Saturday/Sunday) Visits: +$20
Multiples (Twins, Triplets, etc.): +$50
Your Portland Lactation Specialist
Meet Zoë
Zoë Berliner has been working intimately with new and growing families since 2010. She brings a uniquely comprehensive, flexible, and joyful approach to supporting early feeding.
Zoë focuses on adapting her clinical training and approach to provide practical, honest, and creative support to every family she meets. With experience ranging from in-patient NICU lactation support, to outpatient consults at a small community hospital, she has learned to nurture infant feeding in many different ways.
Zoë has a dual public health degree in clinical studies and community health and sits on the advisory board for the lactation program at PSU. Zoë is a passionate advocate for lactation care as a tool of health equity and huge nerd dedicated to expanding access to postpartum care. She embraces opportunities to integrate emerging research into patient practice and to learn from others in perinatal care.
Zoë has a rich history of supporting first-time parents, lactation after infertility, parents with mental health history or heightened anxiety, and feeding after higher-risk pregnancy or birth. She is proud to support queer and trans parents and non-dominant family formations as part of her community and feels honored to be an adoring auntie to the hundreds of families she has cared for.
Frequently Asked Questions
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A Lactation Support Services visit is a personalized, hands-on session designed to help you and your baby with feeding, whether you’re nursing, pumping, bottle-feeding, using formula, or a combination of these methods. Here’s what you can expect during a visit:
What Happens During a Lactation Visit?
Comprehensive Assessment – Your lactation consultant will take a full history of your pregnancy, birth, and feeding journey so far. They’ll also assess your baby’s latch, positioning, and feeding behavior.
Hands-On Support – Your consultant will provide real-time guidance and adjustments for a comfortable and effective latch, help with different feeding positions, and troubleshoot any challenges.
Baby’s Feeding & Growth Evaluation – The consultant will observe a feeding session to assess milk transfer and ensure your baby is getting enough nourishment. If needed, they may do a weighted feed (weighing baby before and after a feeding).
Addressing Challenges – Whether you’re dealing with latch pain, low milk supply, oversupply, clogged ducts, mastitis, tongue/lip ties, pumping struggles, or transitioning back to work, your consultant will provide practical solutions tailored to your needs.
Guidance on Pumping & Milk Storage – If you’re pumping, they can help you set up a schedule, maximize output, and store milk safely.
Formula & Combination Feeding Support – If you’re using formula or a mix of breastmilk and formula, they’ll provide guidance on safe preparation, feeding cues, and maintaining feeding balance.
Personalized Plan & Follow-Up – You’ll leave with a customized care plan and recommendations, plus information on follow-up support if needed.
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Latching positions
How often to feed baby
How to know if the baby is feeding well
Building a good milk supply
Milk storage and formula safety
When and how to introduce pumping and bottles
Challenges and other common issues and how to solve them
Tips for returning to work or school
Nutrition while nursing
and LOTS more!
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Ideally, Zoë likes to visit people on days 3, 7 and 14 of their bodyfeeding journey. Depending on your circumstances, Zoë may want to visit you and your baby at different times, and sometimes having a prenatal visit is warranted.
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Some tenderness is common in the first few days as you and your baby adjust, but persistent or sharp pain is not normal and may indicate an issue that needs attention. Pain while nursing is often caused by:
Shallow latch – Your baby may not be taking in enough breast tissue.
Tongue or lip tie – Some babies have restricted oral movement.
Engorgement – Full breasts can make latching difficult.
Cracked or sore nipples – Often due to friction or improper latch.
Blocked ducts or mastitis – Can cause pain, swelling, or flu-like symptoms.
If you're experiencing pain, our lactation consultant can help assess the latch, positioning, and any underlying issues to make nursing more comfortable for both you and your baby.
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In the comfort of your home
Virtual consultations available
In-office visits (if applicable to your provider)
Contact a
Lactation specialist today
We look forward to connecting with you and learning how we can best support you during this wild and exciting time.