Want to breastfeed but need a little help?

ATLANTA BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT

Many of us have heard that breastfeeding is best but once we are home with our babies it's not as easy as we had hoped. Help is here when you need it. As a Registered Nurse and IBCLC I can provide full service lactation services in the comfort of your home or virtually if you prefer.

LACTATION CONSULTS

CHILDBIRTH CLASSES

BREASTPUMP RENTAL

UPCOMING EVENTS

LACTATION CONSULTS

BOOK YOUR SESSION

Need breastfeeding support? As an IBCLC for 5 years I have had the pleasure of supporting hundreds of women in their breastfeeding journey. As well, I have been a Registered Nurse for over 20 years, and breastfed my 4 children. I would love the opportunity to support you as well.

I am able to do both virtual and in-person consults in my office. Visits are scheduled as needed.

COST & INSURANCE
Lactation consults are reimbursable by most insurance companies. Learn more about insurance coverage and how to file a claim. Medicaid does not reimburse for lactation consults in Georgia at this time.

In-Office consults $100.00
In-Home and VIrtual Consults $220.00 (these last between 1.5-2 hours)
If you are using insurance, an additional travel fee of $75 applies for all in-home consults and classes. Travel fee will be invoiced separately after booking.

In need of reduced cost/free lactation services? > learn more

Back to Work Lactation Consults

Returning to work soon? Have questions about milk storage, protecting your milk supply, or which breast pump to purchase? Book a virtual back to work consult today (one-hour). This includes a plan for pumping, watching a pumping session to ensure correct fit of pump parts and addressing any back to work concerns.

When do you need to call a lactation consultant?

If you have any nipple pain - breastfeeding shouldn’t hurt!
Baby can’t latch on the breast or falls off the breast
Not enough weight gain or not enough wet or dirty diapers
Baby is on the breast for long periods of time (45+ minutes) after day 2 or constantly wants to feed (every hour or more)
Baby does not seem satisfied after feedings
Redness, pain or swelling in the breast
If you are feeding twins (or more!)

BREASTPUMP RENTAL

FREE BREAST PUMPS WITH INSURANCE

Most insurance companies cover free personal-use breast pumps. We can help you obtain your free insurance breast pump. Complete the contact form below to get yours today.

HOSPITAL GRADE BREAST PUMPS

We also rent Ameda Elite hospital grade breast pumps. This pump is highly effective and low cost and can be used as long as needed to protect the milk supply. The kit that goes with the pump is a one time purchase of $50.00. If you have received a kit in the NICU and it is for a Ameda breast pump it will work with the Ameda Elite breast pump.

Want to know if a hospital grade breast pump is right for you? > learn more about our hospital grade breast pumps.

Request a free insurance breastpump

BOOK YOUR PUMP RENTAL

HOSPITAL-GRADE BREAST PUMPS: RENTAL COST & INSURANCE

$20 / week, rented for 2 weeek increments only. Your credit card will be kept on file and charged at the beginning of the 2-week schedule until you return the pump. You can rent the pump using a Health Savings Account, and pump rentals may be reimbursable by some private insurers.

Pumps can be picked up or delivered for a fee depending on mileage.

When do you need a hospital grade breast pump rental?

Your baby is in the neonatal ICU or your baby is not latching on your breast at all.
Your baby is latching but not effectively as in the case of jaundice and you need to maintain your milk supply while working on the baby’s latch.
Your milk supply is low and working together with baby’s latch we also need to increase supply.

CLASSES & EVENTS

FIND an upcoming childbirth or breastfeeding class

We offer private and group classes and support groups to help you prepare for birth and breastfeeding, and find the support you need postpartum. Our Lamaze childbirth classes are based on the six simple steps for a health birth so you can feel prepared & confident. Our breastfeeding classes, also taken during pregnancy, provide the information & resources you need to get breastfeeding off to a great start.

Postpartum? Our weekly FREE breastfeeding support groups are a source of community and helpful information to keep you going as you navigate those first months of motherhood.

MEET KIANA AYERS, RN, IBCLC

I have been a Registered Nurse for over 20 years. I've been a teen mom, NICU mom, single mom, working mom, and a married mom. My experience as a mother is helpful as I provide you with support. I have been an IBCLC for 5 years helping hundreds of families meet their breastfeeding goals. In 2018 I was awarded the March of Dimes Nurse of the Year Award for my work with Amerigroup leading their lactation program.

I am dedicated to supporting all women but have a special interest in the underserved community. I recently founded a non profit Ready Set Push with the goal of increasing access to quality childbirth education in the community.

"Kiana gave us the needed strength in all the unexpected challenges that popped up with breastfeeding. From the day after birth consulting in our home, to the group setting of the breastfeeding class she teaches, she provides critical info and tips to ensure success!"

- Joni Edmonds

"Just before my daughter was born, I attended Kiana's (very informative) breastfeeding class, confirming what I already knew--she would be my lactation consultant. I told her that I would be calling her from my bedside...and I did! My daughter was born with BCLP (we did not know previously) and Kiana has been instrumental in building my confidence in being able to nurse her. Her passion is so evident and she truly wants to see her mommies and babies succeed. I am thankful that her purpose was aligned with the will on my family's lives as it was truly a divine appointment. I look forward to continuing our relationship as my daughter prepares for lip surgery. Trusting your lactation care to Kiana is a win-win for your birth plan and she will truly be your loudest supporter!"

- Mels

"Kiana was such a blessing to my family. Her birth class was very hands-on and informative for me and my husband. She explained each stage of labor in detail and got me prepared for delivery day. Her lactation class was also very hands-on and informative for a first-time mom like me. Breastfeeding was not easy for me but she was always there to answer my calls, texts, and she even made a home visit after the baby was born to assist me with my breastfeeding woes. Because of her, I am now 4 months in exclusively breastfeeding, I am so thankful for her."

- Tina

"From the very first time we spoke, I knew she was special! I was an anxious pregnant mom awaiting the delivery of my first baby and Kiana helped ease my anxiety. I had spoken with other lactation specialists, but this one felt different. She encouraged me that I may not have issues with breastfeeding, but if I did that she would be available anytime. She was so understanding and patient with me and my frustrations. I wanted to give up so many times but she continuously reminded me that my journey to feeding my baby was whatever I wanted it to be. I HIGHLY recommend her services to any mom who is considering breastfeeding. I wish there was a way to provide this kind of support to all moms. I am now almost 6 months of exclusively breastfeeding and I know we wouldn’t have gotten there without the support of ‘Mamas and Tatas’."