Denver Postpartum Lactation Support
Your baby is here, and we want to help you feed your baby - whatever way that looks!
Feeding in the early days can feel tender and emotional, and you shouldn’t have to figure it all out by yourself. You deserve clear, compassionate support, and our team is here to compassionately while you learn what works best for your family.
Your Postpartum Lactation Support Experience
The weeks after birth can bring a lot of questions - even when things are “mostly going well.”
Some families need help with one specific concern. Others want ongoing guidance and emotional support as feeding, supply, and routines change.
At The Breastfeeding Mama, we want you to have the experience you dreamed of and offer a variety of support options:
If you’re looking for help right now, a one-time lactation visit is a great place to start. You’ll get thorough support, clear next steps, and follow-up help related to your visit.
If you’d prefer continued support over time, our postpartum packages offer built-in follow-ups, a familiar IBCLC, and extra support options - without having to re-decide each step.
We are in-network with a variety of insurances, which often cover the cost of individual visits and offset the costs of packages by about 40%. Click here to explore our insurance options. You can also text 720-463-4016 with any questions.
Individual Lactation Visit
Struggling to breastfeed? Need help with your pump? Maybe you’re ready to wean? No matter what problem you’re having, our team is ready and available to help. Sometimes you just need one visit to get started, and you’re in the right place. When you’re ready to book, click the “Book Your Visit” button below to submit your information, and our team will be in touch ASAP.
Multi-visit pricing available under pricing details.
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60-90 minute visit (in home, in office, or virtual)
Messenger support for plan adjustments/clarifications for 10 days after your first
Comprehensive care plan
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If it’s related to feeding your baby, we can cover it. We usually recommend 1-2 main problems per visit to limit information overload.
Latch or positioning help
Pain with feeding
Milk supply concerns (low and over)
Pumping issues or low output
Flange sizing and pump setup
Bottle feeding support including refusal)
Engorgement, clogs, or mastitis treatment & prevention
Special situations (C-section recovery, NICU transition, tongue tie concerns, and more)
Back to Work
Introducing Solids
Weaning
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Self Pay:
Office: $225
In-Home $250
Virtual: $175
Insurance:
If you have one of our in-network insurance providers, your visit will likely be covered 100%, though there is sometimes an a co-pay or coinsurance.
All home visits have a $25 home convenience fee added, which is not reimbursable by insurance.
Multi-visit Discount:
Want more than one visit without the features of one our packages? The following discounts are applied when multiple visits are paid for up front (dates can be booked at a later time based on availability)
2 visits - 4% discount
3 visits - 6% discount
4+ visits - 9% discount
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All visits include 7 days of messaging support to questions in regards to your initial visit. If more issues arise after this point, we encourage you to contact your consultant to triage if another visit is necessary.
If you’d like to add extended messaging beyond this, it can be added at $25 a week or $90 a month. This can be added at any time.
The Complete Postpartum & Feeding Package
Dedicated, ongoing feeding support for your first months.
Imagine knowing you’ll have someone there through those intense early weeks - to help you latch, manage supply, navigate pumping, and adjust feeding as your baby grows.
A premium, high-touch support experience designed to take the stress out of feeding and give your baby the best possible start.
Designed for families who want consistent guidance with a trusted consultant, built-in visits, and peace of mind during the early weeks.
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4 visits scheduled at booking (with option to move up if needed) - in person or virtual depending on your needs
Assigned primary IBCLC for continuity
Messenger support with guaranteed response within 24 business hours during your active support window
Proactive plan adjustments as feeding evolve
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4 postpartum lactation visits (in-person and/or virtual, based on your needs)
Assigned primary IBCLC for the duration of care
Secure messenger support and guaranteed response within 24 business hours for eight weeks
Proactive plan adjustments and follow-ups
Full access to educational resources and courses
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Priority scheduling with your lactation consultant
Personalized feeding plans after each session
Access to everything in your client library
Unlimited messenger support between visits with 24-hour guaranteed response time
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Self Pay: $1297 (due upon booking)
With In-Network Insurance: $797 (due upon booking)Payment due upon booking
The Comfort Package
High-touch feeding support with a blend of in-person + virtual care
Designed for families who want strong continuity of care. Best for families who want reassurance, plan adjustments, and follow-ups as their baby grows.
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2 in-person postpartum lactation visits
1 virtual follow-up visit
Visits scheduled at booking
Assigned primary IBCLC
Guaranteed response within 24 business hours during your support window
Follow-up support between visits
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Latch & positioning
Supply concerns
Pumping + flange guidance
Bottle feeding
Growth monitoring
Common feeding challenges
Pain and current challenges
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Priority scheduling
Unlimited chat support with 24 hour response during support window
Fuss-Free Breastfeeding Bundle
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Self-Pay: $997
With In-Network Insurance: $397Payment due upon booking.
The Essentials Feeding Package
Focused, flexible support for a smoother feeding journey.
A practical, budget-friendly option that still gives you meaningful, personalized help during the most important weeks. Ideal if you want support beyond one visit, but don’t need intensive ongoing care.
Visits must be booked within eight weeks of your first visit. Messenger support window is eight weeks.
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1 comprehensive in-person postpartum lactation visit
2 short virtual follow-up visits
Assigned primary IBCLC for continuity
Short-term follow-up support related to your care plan
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Latch basics
Supply management
Pump setup
Baby feeding rhythm
Feeding plan updates
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Priority booking for postpartum visits
Messenger support during support window
The Fuss-Free Breastfeeding eBook Bundle
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Self-Pay: $697
With In-Network Insurance: $297Payment due upon booking
Wondering What Option is Best for You?
Here’s who these consults are designed for, and a few signs it might not be the best match right now.
A Single Visit is a Great Fit
Best if you have one main concern you want help with right now
You want expert help to create a clear plan
Feeding has been mostly going well
You’re comfortable deciding later if you need another visit
Follow-up support is focused on clarifying your plan and limited in duration
A Package Will Support You Better
Best if you want ongoing guidance as feeding and routines change
You want someone to walk alongside you over time
Feeding feels unpredictable or stressful
You prefer follow-ups already built in
You want support with supply, pumping, transitions, or multiple concerns
Follow-up includes ongoing plan adjustments, new questions, and guaranteed response time
You want less decision-making during a busy postpartum season
A great option if you want continuity and reassurance
Why Denver Parents Love Working With Us
At The Breastfeeding Mama, it’s about more than just breastfeeding - it’s about helping you feel seen, supported, and cared for just as much as your baby.
We offer:
Warm, judgment-free care in your home, in office or virtually
Evidence-based feeding guidance
Personalized plans for your unique baby
Support that adjusts as your baby grows
Insurance accepted for all lactation visits
Deep experience with pumping, milk supply, flange sizing, and complex cases
Request Your Visit or Discovery Call
Hi, I’m Katie
IBCLC, mom of three, and founder of The Breastfeeding Mama
Available in office and virtually.
I became an IBCLC after facing my own significant struggles with breastfeeding and realizing how much better things could’ve been with the right kind of support. I’ve worked with thousands of families by providing online resources, groups, courses, and consults to help make feeding feel less overwhelming and more empowering.
I specialize in milk supply, pumping, and prenatal prep, and, more importantly, in meeting you exactly where you are, with care that’s realistic, compassionate, and rooted in both science and lived experience. I am a lifelong learner, constantly taking classes, learning new methods, and advocating for my clients to get the answers they deserve.
You’ll never be pressured to feed a certain way, you’ll always leave with a clear plan that feels doable, supportive, and tailored to you, and you will always have someone to turn to with your questions (even in the middle of the night). You are more than just a client when you walk into my office.
This work means everything to me, and I’m here to make sure you feel heard, equipped, and confident every step of the way. There is no greater privilege for me than working with you during this time.
I primarily do office visits in Littleton and virtual visits. For those who prefer home visits, Sierra, Julia and Breck are available across the Denver Metro, Foothills, and Castle Rock areas. Our team works together to ensure continuity of care, no matter who you see.
Meet the Founder
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Julia
Julia – IBCLC, MS
With years of experience supporting families in both hospital and private practice settings, Julia brings a calm, compassionate approach to lactation care. Her background in nutrition and NICU work gives her a unique perspective on the feeding journey—from newborn challenges to returning to work.Available virtually and in home.
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Sierra
Certified Breastfeeding Specialist
Rooted in personal experience and deep compassion, Sierra specializes in supporting families through painful feeding challenges, oral restrictions, and bottle refusal. She believes in personalized care over one-size-fits-all advice, and creates a calm, validating space where parents feel truly seen, heard, and empowered.
Available in home, virtually, and in office.
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Breck
Breck Matteson, IBCLC, RN
An IBCLC and former NICU nurse who has been supporting families since 2013. With a gentle, relaxed approach, she draws on her own breastfeeding challenges and years of clinical experience to help parents feel confident, comfortable, and supported in reaching their feeding goals.
Available in home, in office, and virtually.
Insurance Coverage
Many insurances cover the total cost of your visits, but there may be out-of-pocket costs if your deductible hasn't been met, and this will be billed after the visit. We can provide an estimate if needed, but we can never guarantee what insurance will and will not cover. For our packages, most will be covered by insurance with an out-of-pocket fee for services not covered by insurance.
We’re in-network with most major Colorado insurance providers, including Medicaid. If you're using insurance for in-home visits, a $25 travel and home convenience fee applies per visit (waived for packages). When submitting your consult request, please provide us with both you and your baby's insurance information so we can verify insurance (unless it's a prenatal consult).
Please check our current status with the different insurances below and text 720-463-4016 with any questions. You can check out-of-network benefits and coverage here with Reimbursify, which we use to help you submit your claim.
Please text 720-463-4016 for any assistance with insurance or payment questions.
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We are in-network with nearly all Aetna plans (including subsidaries), though there may be some exceptions. We can bill insurance for in-person and virtual visits. Standard copays, coinsurance, and patient responsibility apply as outlined in this document. Most clients pay anywhere from $0-100 depending on how many visits have been used. Aetna can be complex and deceiving with their covered visits, our new patient paperwork has additional information on how this looks.
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We are in-network with nearly all UHC and UMR plans (and subsidiaries). We can bill for in-person and some virtual visits. Some plans require prior authorization. Standard co-pay, co-insurance and out-of-pocket costs may apply, though we find that most plans cover your visits.
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We have partnered with Wildlflower to provide in-person and virtual care for Cigna families. This typically covers 4-6 visits, though we can usually get more approved. Please submit your insurance information here for fastest service. Don't hesitate to reach out for clarification.
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Starting Jan 5th, 2026, we can accept Anthem plans for virtual visits only.
Unfortunately, we are no longer able to bill BCBS/Anthem directly through TLN due to a company wide change. In Colorado, IBCLCs who are not MD, NP, etc. are not able to get in network.
We encourage you to complain about the lack of in network IBCLCs available.
You can pay the full price of the consult, and we can provide a superbill for you to submit for reimbursement. We have found this to be the most effective way to get reimbursement.
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We are proud to provide in-person and virtual care for Colorado Medicaid clients. Katie and Julia are currently the only ones that can provide this care. You must get a referral put in for lactation care through your doctor before we can see.
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We are in network with Multiplan for in-person and virtual visits. Standard copays, coinsurance, and patient responsibility apply as outlined in this document.
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We are unfortnately not in network with Tricare West at this time. We can provide a discount for those who are under Tricare. Please inquire for more details on pricing.
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If we are not in network with your insurance, we are happy to provide a superbill to submit to your insurance by request. Please note we do not guarantee reimbursement.
Got Questions? Let’s Clear Them Up
Because milk supply is confusing enough—this part shouldn’t be.
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As soon as you feel like you need support, and earlier if something feels “off.” The sooner we catch a problem, the easier it is to fix.
Many families schedule within the first 3–5 days, especially if they’re experiencing pain, latch difficulty, low output, or concerns about weight gain.If you choose a package, you’ll receive priority, next-available booking so you don’t have to wait when feeding feels urgent.
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Yes!
We offer in-home support throughout the Denver metro area, office visits, as well as virtual visits for families who prefer flexibility or live further out. -
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We accept UHC/UMR, Aetna, Cigna, Colorado Medicaid, and Multiplan.
Most families have their lactation visits fully covered with little to no out-of-pocket cost.If you purchase a package, your covered clinical visits apply toward the package and reduce your overall cost.
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That’s completely okay, and extremely common.
We’ll work with your baby exactly as they are that day.
Whether we practice with baby, with a doll, or shift into troubleshooting (like pumping or bottle-feeding strategies), you’ll still leave with a clear, realistic plan. -
You’re not alone - supply concerns are the #1 reason parents reach out.
At your visit, we’ll do a full evaluation, including milk transfer (if helpful), pumping assessment, flange sizing, and a customized supply plan based on your goals.If you want extra support, the Luxe and Luxe Light packages include multiple follow-up visits and unlimited messaging for ongoing adjustments.
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You’re welcome here.
Whether you’re nursing, pumping, combo-feeding, or exclusively bottle-feeding, I support all feeding journeys.We’ll work on:
Pump settings
Flange sizing
Output concerns
Bottle refusal
Pumping schedules
Returning-to-work prep
All feeding paths deserve expert support.
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Yes.
We will assess latch, tongue mobility, and feeding mechanics, and walk you through what’s normal, what’s not, and what steps (if any) to consider next.
We also help with pre- and post-release oral exercises if needed. -
You’re absolutely welcome to book.
I regularly support babies with:NICU histories
Slow weight gain
Prematurity
Jaundice
Torticollis
Reflux symptoms
Complex medical backgrounds
We’ll develop a plan that’s safe, gentle, and tailored specifically to your baby.
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Feeding changes fast.
Many families feel great after our first visit — then suddenly need help again a few days or weeks later.A package gives you:
Multiple visits already built in
Unlimited messaging
Priority booking
Support as feeding evolves
Access to my full library of resources
Most parents say the peace of mind alone is worth it.
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Absolutely.
Partners are welcome to join in person or virtually, ask questions, take videos, and learn how to help with positioning, pumping, bottle-feeding, and soothing. -
You can’t choose wrong.
If you’re unsure, start with a single comprehensive visit, we’ll go over everything together.
If a package is a better fit, you can upgrade after your visit and apply your payment toward it.We are also happy to a 15-minute discovery call to assess your needs!