1) Help through emails
Sometimes, your question has a quick answer. When problems are complex, and require in-depth information, I may ask you to fill out an "iChart."
General advice is just that: general advice. But if you are having a problem, more specific instructions are needed.
As a professional providing Internet support, I have learned to get as much information at the beginning as I can. If send you an ichart [Internet chart] to fill out: It's lengthy, but it serves its purpose well. The ichart expedites the entire information gathering process. Getting such a complete history helps me identify any problems by asking the same types of questions an LC asks at an office appointment. I can't "see" you or your baby the same way I can in an office visit. The more complete the information you give me -- the more I can help you and your baby.The ichart may also tell me if you need to see your physician
or local LC.
I have made arrangements to guard and protect your privacy. all icharts are stored outside my hard drive.
2) VIDEO Consultation through Skype is available
This technology is an excellent way that I can "see" how you and your baby are doing and make suggestions for your problem.
Skype is a VOIP* provider. Calls made Skype to Skype are free, as is the Skype program itself. Skype also has excellent real time video transmission. I have been using Skype for lactation consults for over a year.
Don't have a web cam? Most digital cameras can work as web cams and they usually have a built in microphone. Web cams can be purchased at any store that sells electronics, or on Ebay. Contact me to set up a video conference.
Marie Davis, RN, IBCLC
*VOIP voice over internet protocol
However, if you feel I have helped you or your baby, you may make a donation through paypal using my email address. Your support is greatly appreciated.
Consulting with Marie Davis, RN, IBCLC via the Internet/Email
does not provide the benefits of one on one consultation and/or
a hands-on examination of you, your baby breastfeeding.
Any recommendations for self treatment of your problem MAY BE
INCORRECT due to these limitations.
Marie Davis, RN, IBCLC offers advice for FEEDING PROBLEMS ONLY
and cannot give medical advice. You should always consult your
doctor or your baby's doctor regarding medical care.
Keep all well baby checkups. Keep immunizations up to date.
If your baby appears ill, listless, sleepy, fussy and/or is not
wetting at least 6 times per 24 hours contact your baby's doctor
or local emergency room IMMEDIATELY.
If the recommendations made by Marie Davis, RN, IBCLC via Internet/Email
do not help the problem or if the problem gets worse you MUST
call your own doctors, medical provider and/or lactation consultant
for further advice.
Last Revised: Thursday, September 24, 2009