Need help breastfeeding?
Confident Breastfeeding
"I believe in educating and helping moms identify challenges early, so we can create action plans that prepare them, build their confidence, prevent avoidable pitfalls, and help them reach their First Food Goals with confidence."
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Virtual Teleheath and In-person Home Consults.
Visits are scheduled as needed.
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INSURANCE
Lactation consults are reimbursable by most insurance companies. Medicaid does not reimburse for lactation consults in Georgia at this time.
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Travel availability for In Home consults up to 25 miles outside the Augusta, GA office.
More than 25 miles, please book a virtual consult.
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DISCOUNT PROGRAM (Medicaid and insurance not covered by TLN)
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Virtual Consults $65- 60 minutes consult
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CONSULTATION SERVICES
Prenatal Individual Education-Preparing to breastfeed
Postpartum Support
Preventive Care
Breastfeeding and Supplementing
Latch Challenges Assessment/Support
Breastfeeding Pain
Engorgement/Mastitis/Clogged Milk Ducts
Return to Work
Pump/Nipple Shield/Supplemental Nursing System Support
Pump Observation
Nipple Assessment/Support
Milk Supply
Transition to the bottle
Nipple/Flow Confusion
Tongue/Lip Tie Assessment
Balancing Life, Breastfeeding/Pumping
Breastfeeding Resources
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When do you need to call n IBCLC
Lactation Consultant?
We are part of The Lactation Network
Check your insurance here
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2-4 days after delivery
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If you have any nipple or breast pain
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Breast engorgement or mastitis
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Baby is unable to latch successfully
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Baby weight concern
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Long breastfeeding sessions
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Baby falls asleep quickly during breastfeeding
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Baby does not seem satisfied after feedings
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When you are ready to wean
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If you need help balancing breastfeeding & pumping
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If your milk supply decreases
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Fast letdown
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Before you return to work
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If you need help transitioning to the bottle
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For Prenatal Breastfeeding Education
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For support on your Breastfeeding Journey
First Food Education & Support
If your insurance does not cover lactation services, you can take advantage of discount virtual support offered by Confident Breastfeeding. Please submit the Discount Program Request and you will be contacted.
Rachel Sun M.Ed., IBCLC
I've had the amazing pleasure of supporting prenatal and breastfeeding moms for more than 20 years. This work is not only a passion, but also an absolute way of life for me. It is my pleasure to support you and your precious baby! I look forward to meeting you soon.
Welcome to Confident Breastfeeding by Rachel Sun!
-2005-2017 WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor, CLC
-2017 Athens Black Mothers Breastfeed Support & Education Group
-2017 First African American International Board Certified Lactation Consultant in Athens, GA
-2017-current International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) offering in-home, Telehealth, hospital visits, and breastfeeding education
-2017-current Postpartum Doula
-2017-current Menstrual Cycle Literacy JOYW Mentor and Facilitator
-2019-2023 Breastfeeding Educator- Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies of Georgia
-2019-2023 Breastfeeding Educator- Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies of Georgia
-2019-2024 Family Planning Health Educator/ Program Manager/Community Liaison
- 2021-2023 Breastfeeding Educator-Amerigroup
-2021-current Girl Child Uganda Education and Sustainable Trades
-2022-2023 Lactation Consultant-Baby Academy Ireland/USA
-2023 Morehouse University Maternity Morbidity PM3 Research Consultant
-2023-current Community Partner- Clarke County Schools- Period Empowerment Circles grades 3-5
-2023-current Telehealth Lactation Consultant-The Collaborative
-Author of Mommies Magical Miracle Milk
-Author of Period Empowerment Elementary & Middle School Circle Guide
Providing the first food is one of the major milestones you and your baby will accomplish together.
More than growing the baby, the baby will grow you too. What will you learn on this amazing journey? What did you learn?
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Breastfeeding education and support is an essential part of prenatal and postpartum care.
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Breastfeeding and all the information available can be overwhelming. Together we create your own unique PATH Goals and Breastfeeding Plan.
Are you an OBGYN, Pediatrician, Doula or provide prenatal/postpartum services? PARTNER WITH Confident Breastfeeding!
Contact- Rachel Sun
confidentbreastfeedingibclc@gmail.com
706.410.5785
I am grateful for this work that not only allows me to serve mothers on their journey of motherhood, but continues to bless me as a mother too.
Flashback To The Beginnings
