Lactation Link
South Jersey
Welcome to Lactation Link South Jersey located in Atlantic County. Lactation Link SJ was started when I realized there was a need for services locally to help new and seasoned parents on their feeding journey. I am here to help you plan and support your feeding journey wherever it may take you and also offer other services such as helping you transition your baby home from the NICU. Read below for a description of what services are provided and please feel free to reach out to me with any questions on how I can help you. Thank you and hope to work with you soon!
About me
I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), with a Bachelors of Science in Nursing. I have been a practicing RN in Neonatal intensive care for almost 17 years. Click About me to learn more about me.
Hope to see you soon!
~Joanne Chilkotowsky RN, BSN, IBCLC
Our Services
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Initial Breastfeeding consultation is up to 90 minutes long.
This may include:
Weighted feedings
Positioning and Latch assistance
Guidance navigating poor weight gain
Includes help with latching and answering questions you may have navigating your new feeding journey. This includes help with exclusively breastfeeding, exclusively pumping, or combination feeding breastmilk/formula. Includes two weeks of email or phone call follow up.
$225
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Follow up with any new or unresolved issues. Includes two weeks of e-mail/phone follow up.
$175
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Struggling to keep your supply when pumping for work? Clogged ducts? Feel like your pump isn’t emptying you? Maybe you were told your body doesn’t respond to pumping. This session focuses on making sure you have the right size flanges for pumping. Pumping should be painless when right size and shape are utilized. I have a set of multiple size flanges in different styles that fit different breast shapes. Schedule today !
90 minutes
In person $175
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Prenatal Consultation includes information on how to select a pump and or bottles that are right for you and feeding tips for after baby delivers. 60 minutes
in person $100
tele $75
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Bringing home baby after a stay in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit can bring a mix of emotions. Many feel so excited and overwhelmed at the same time. This session focuses on answering any questions you may have after your baby arrives home with you and any guidance needed with your feeding journey.
90 minute in person session $125
60 minute tele visit $75
not sure which one is best for your needs? email us at Joanne@lactationlinksouthjersey.com
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Is your baby refusing to take a bottle after exclusively breastfeeding. This session is built to work on Bottle feeding skills and transitioning baby for a parent returning to work. I bring a set of different shape and flow bottles to help your little one see which works best for them. This includes 2 weeks of email /phone follow up
90 minutes
In person $175
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No one can prepare you for this moment. Know you are not alone and we are here to help you through any lactation questions you may have. We are here for you during this difficult time.
Email or call for more information
Joanne@lactationlinksouthjersey.com
(609) 380-1010
We currently do not accept insurance but it is something we are working towards. For many services I am able to provide a superbill to be submitted to your insurance. Currently our services are only offered in home and some via tele health. *Travel fees may apply, contact for detailed pricing.
Book an appointment
Our mission statement is as follows… I want to make sure no parent feels alone in your feeding journey. If you are bottle feeding, breastfeeding or combination feeding of breastmilk/formula I am here to help you navigate your feeding journey in any way I can. I will provide support and listen to your concerns while helping you formulate a plan for your feeding journey. Click the link to view available appointments. Questions or need a time that is blocked out?? Reach out to Joanne@lactationlinksouthjersey.com many times I can extend my hours on a need basis.
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