International Board Certified Lactation Consultant providing lactation support for breastfeeding families in Shreveport-Bossier and Northwest Louisiana

Lactation Services - Shreveport - Bossier - Northwest Louisisana

While breastfeeding is considered the biological norm for feeding your baby, it can feel anything but natural. Lactation & Health is here to educate and support families who wish to breastfeed. Whether you are expecting, struggling, or just want reassurance that you’re on the right track, we are here to help.

Our Services

Your insurance may cover up to 6 lactation visits! Click below to verify your insurance with The Lactation Network.

  • Set yourself up for success by making a 90 minute appointment to learn about what to expect and how to properly manage breastfeeding in the early postpartum days. Learn about proper positioning, how to get a good latch, and what to do if difficulty should arise in those initial days.

  • Over this 2-2.5 hour appointment, a weighted feed and infant oral assessment is done to get to the root of any feeding issues experienced by the mother and baby. We will also discuss the medical history of both mom and baby and assess maternal mental health and nutrition. Follow up appointments - $125

  • This appointment is for moms in need of guidance to continue breastfeeding and maintain their milk supply while pumping and returning to work. During this 90 minute visit, we will make sure you are pumping with the correct size flange, using the appropriate settings, and establish a pumping schedule that works for you.

  • In-home visits are available for postpartum feeding assessments and follow up appointments, depending on location, for an additional $30 travel fee.

  • Our health coaching program is customized to the individual client’s needs. We focus on nutrition, exercise, stress management, sleep, and social support to optimize overall health. Through weekly calls we provide guidance, education, motivation, and acountability. This program is a monthly fee of $200 for 3 months.

Lauren Pou Stanley - IBCLC - Shreveport -  Northwest Louisiana - Lactation Consultant

Lauren Pou Stanley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and Registered Nurse. She offers both in-home and office visits to help families reach their breastfeeding goals through prenatal education, navigating feeding challenges, transitioning back to work, and weaning. With her nursing and holistic health coaching background, she will also address maternal mental health and nutrition concerns at each visit. Lauren is passionate about helping mothers and babies overcome feeding challenges to gain the breastfeeding experience they deserve.

“Lactation and Health was an absolute Godsend. From the prenatal visit to preparing to go back to work I felt supported in my unique breastfeeding journey.”

“It takes a village to support a postpartum mother and newborn. I am beyond grateful Lauren Stanley was and still is a part of my journey.”

- Holly H.

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