Our care

Lactation consultant

At Juno we believe in the power of breastfeeding, but we also know the start doesn’t always come naturally.

Doubts, questions or difficult moments are completely normal, which is exactly why good support in that first period is so valuable. Breastfeeding is natural, but every mum and baby are different. Together we look for what works for you, in a way that is feasible and feels right. Support is provided by your midwife at home, with the help of lactation consultant Laurine when extra expertise is needed.

From September 2026, midwives Loes and Liese will start their training as lactation consultants, because we believe that every breastfeeding journey deserves the best chances, and we want to support families even better.

Our support includes

breastfeeding information sessions
starting breastfeeding and (first) latching
support with a correct position and latch
monitoring milk supply and your baby’s weight gain
support with pain, cracks or sensitivity
advice with engorgement or possible mastitis
help combining breastfeeding and pumping
support with supplementing or weaning

We always look at the whole picture: baby, mum and you as a family.

When extra lactation support is worthwhile

Some situations call for extra follow-up or specialised support. Within Juno we can help in a targeted way.

During pregnancy

Breastfeeding preparation can be especially valuable with:

PCOS or hormonal challenges
(gestational) diabetes
a planned caesarean
earlier breastfeeding difficulties
breast surgery (such as reduction or augmentation)
multiples
suspected anatomical challenges in the baby (e.g. cleft)
chronic illness

After the birth

We guide and support with, among others:

a difficult or traumatic birth
issues with mouth anatomy (short tongue tie, oral tension)
positional preference or asymmetric feeding
pain or difficulty latching
prematurity or dysmaturity
multiples
combined feeding
insufficient or excessive milk supply
mastitis or recurring breast infections
nipple problems or painful breastfeeding
bottle refusal

In these situations an early, targeted approach is often essential to make breastfeeding comfortable and feasible.

Why support matters so much

Research shows that good breastfeeding support:

increases the chance of successful breastfeeding
can reduce pain and complications
strengthens parents’ confidence
helps to spot and adjust problems early

Frequently asked questions about breastfeeding

Who provides breastfeeding support at Juno?

Support is provided by your midwife at home, with the help of lactation consultant Laurine when extra expertise is needed. From September 2026, Loes and Liese will also start their training as lactation consultants.

When is extra lactation support worthwhile?

Among other things with pain or difficulty latching, a tongue tie, insufficient or excessive milk supply, mastitis, multiples, prematurity or after a difficult birth. An early, targeted approach often makes the difference.

Can I prepare for breastfeeding during pregnancy?

Yes. Breastfeeding preparation can be especially valuable with, for example, PCOS or hormonal challenges, (gestational) diabetes, a planned caesarean, earlier breastfeeding difficulties or breast surgery.

Questions about breastfeeding?

Get in touch with your midwife. Together we look for what works for you.