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Melanie

Staehelin

consultations, Melanie provides a comprehensive range of services from prenatal consults to tackling postpartum feeding challenges. She also specializes in flange size assessment, ensuring optimal milk output and comfort during pumping. Melanie's holistic approach combines her deep expertise in midwifery and women's health to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care that empowers parents on their breastfeeding journey.

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Verified on
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Work experience

University of California San Francisco (UCSF), Kaiser Permanente, Marin General Hospital, Planned Parenthood, Sutter Health

Services offered

Prenatal Lactation Consultation:

  • Latch techniques
  • Optimal positioning
  • Milk production
  • Recognizing your infant's hunger cues
  • Hand expression
  • Various feeding options

Postnatal Lactation Consultation:

  • Comprehensive health history for both you and your baby
  • Closely observe a complete feeding session
  • Collaborate to develop a personalized breastfeeding plan tailored to your unique needs

Postnatal Lactation Consultation:

  • Evaluate your specific needs and find the right flange size for you

My approach

As a mother and midwife, I truly believe that one of the most important gifts a woman can give her children is to heal herself, and that is what drives and informs the care I offer at Forty Days Midwifery.

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Fees

I accept PPO plans via Lactation Network. If your plan happens not to be covered, I will provide you with a superbill upon request.

I accept PPO plans via Lactation Network. If your plan happens not to be covered, I will provide you with a superbill upon request.

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Does not accept insurance directly. May provide an invoice for submission to your insurance provider.

Education & Credentials

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Nurse-Midwifery/Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
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Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional
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Certified Breastfeeding Specialist
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www.peninsulalactation.com

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Melanie

Staehelin

Midwife
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
Lactation Consultant
Childbirth Educator
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