https://www.michaelasuddickibclc.com/home daily 1.0 2025-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b54822a64c9606d9307c1b/86b93bf4-5c9b-4f9e-b73a-c4a888ff2a61/Michaela+large+file+.jpeg Home https://www.michaelasuddickibclc.com/book-an-appointment daily 0.75 2022-07-18 https://www.michaelasuddickibclc.com/about-1 daily 0.75 2025-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b54822a64c9606d9307c1b/86b93bf4-5c9b-4f9e-b73a-c4a888ff2a61/Michaela+large+file+.jpeg About Me - Michaela Suddick Registered and Endorsed Midwife, IBCLC I have been a Registered Midwife since 2016, with experience in all areas of Midwifery care with a passion for supporting women on their breastfeeding journey. As an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), I am passionate about approaching women’s health from a holistic perspective. As an Endorsed medicare Eligible midwife I now offer private midwifery care in your home (antenatal, birth and postnatal care available). I am based in Illawarra/Wollongong region, NSW and surrounding areas. Qualifications: Bachelor of Midwifery 2015 University of Technology Sydney AHPRA NMW0002007128 Diploma of Health Science 2022 Endeavour College of Natural Health International Board Certified Lactation Consultant IBCLC accreditation 2022 Prescribing for Midwifery 2024 Griffiths University Endorsement for Scheduled Medicines 2024 My passion for women’s health, sparked many years ago when I decided to embark on my midwifery journey at the young age of 18! I completed my Bachelor of Midwifery straight from school, and fell in love with supporting women through, pregnancy, birth and breastfeeding. I have always been amazed at how incredible women’s body’s are. I began my journey as a Midwife, working in the public maternity system, with experience in all areas of maternity care and working in Midwifery Group Practise model (MGP). I then ventured into the world of private home birth care, and worked along side local private midwife for 12 months attending home births as the second midwife in 2022. I am incredibly passionate about supporting women to birth at home, I am currently taking bookings for private midwifery care at home. As a lactation consultant, my hope is to empower more mothers by providing the right education and support during their transition to Motherhood and breastfeeding. I provide warm and caring women-centered care, when you may need guidance, advice, or reassurance on your breastfeeding journey. I approach each Mother-baby dyad in respect to your unique needs and preferences. I have a special interest in babies with oral restrictions/ tongue ties, and families getting the right assessment and treatment to support the longevity of their breastfeeding journey. If you have concerns about your baby having a tongue tie, reach out for an appointment today. https://www.michaelasuddickibclc.com/services daily 0.75 2024-10-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b54822a64c9606d9307c1b/500fffd8-7c46-4479-abca-8b06a71715fe/IMG_0477.JPG Consulting Services - Preparing for Breastfeeding In-home or virtual breastfeeding Education 2 hour Breastfeeding education Benefits of Breastfeeding to Mum and baby What to expect in the first few weeks Impact of Birth Intervention on breastfeeding Skin to skin and demand feeding Positioning and attachment How do I know if my baby is getting enough milk? Breastmilk composition and changes Nutritional Support while breastfeeding Preparation for the fourth trimester Antenatal hand expressing https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b54822a64c9606d9307c1b/cc706164-7769-4287-abaa-eec599bc3c98/IMG_0526.JPG Consulting Services https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b54822a64c9606d9307c1b/8075d4c2-0f70-4ee5-b156-9beaf58ce650/IMG_0738.JPG Consulting Services Follow up Consult In Home follow up 60 minutes $150 Virtual Follow up 45 minutes $80 https://www.michaelasuddickibclc.com/breastfeeding-education daily 0.75 2025-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b54822a64c9606d9307c1b/ce4d1953-5854-44b6-91cc-0e5b398081c2/IMG_4759.jpeg Breastfeeding Education - Breastfeeding Education (In-Home or Virtual) During Pregnancy This is perfect for you if you are pregnant, and wanting to arm yourself with the right knowledge to start your breastfeeding journey. Breastfeeding Education session covers: Benefits of Breastfeeding to Mum and baby What to expect in the first few weeks Impact of Birth Intervention on breastfeeding Skin to skin and demand feeding Positioning and attachment How do I know if my baby is getting enough milk? Breastmilk composition and changes Nutritional Support while breastfeeding Preparation for the fourth trimester Antenatal hand expressing What is not normal when breastfeeding and when to seek advice and support Discuss and debrief prior breastfeeding experience, and how we can overcome challenges with the right support and knowledge Book an appointment https://www.michaelasuddickibclc.com/breastfeeding-consult daily 0.75 2025-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b54822a64c9606d9307c1b/bcd8830f-3e97-4940-8906-bc1aaa312187/IMG_5020.jpeg Breastfeeding Consult - Breastfeeding Consult (In-Home or Virtual) 90 minute breastfeeding consult Medicare Rebates Available in the first 6 weeks postpartum If you are less than 6 weeks postpartum you may be eligible for a medicare rebate for your consult fee. Home visit to assess breastfeeding or bottle feeding challenges Nipple Pain or Damage Attachment and latch concerns Concerns about reduced milk supply or oversupply Colic and reflux symptoms Blocked ducts or Mastitis Weight gain concerns Assessment for oral function and tongue ties Referral to appropriate health services as breastfeeding problems may require a multidisciplinary approach from other health practitioners Tandem Feeding/Breastfeeding during pregnancy Breastfeeding premature or low birth weight babies Consults include a written care plan of advice given during consult. Text message support for 1 week I support you in your home, taking the time to have a chat, observe a breastfeed, talk about your breastfeeding goals and make a plan suited to you. Travel fee incurs if greater than 25km away. Book an appointment https://www.michaelasuddickibclc.com/follow-up-consult daily 0.75 2024-11-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62b54822a64c9606d9307c1b/cc706164-7769-4287-abaa-eec599bc3c98/IMG_0526.JPG Follow Up Consult - Follow-Up Consult I am available for in-home and virtual follow-up consultations. You may be eligible for bulk billed Telehealth follow up calls. https://www.michaelasuddickibclc.com/tongue-tie-assessment daily 0.75 2024-07-17 https://www.michaelasuddickibclc.com/home-birth-services-2025-coming-soon-1 daily 0.75 2025-03-10