What does a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist do?

  • Supports families through pregnancy, breastfeeding initiation, and the normal course of lactation.
  • Offers individual support, leads lactation support groups, and teaches lactation classes.

How do we do that?

  • Conduct an assessment and devise a breastfeeding plan.
  • Instruct and coach in optimal feeding positions, latch, frequency, duration, etc.
  • Instruct parents in establishing and maintaining supply.
  • Counsel employed breastfeeding mothers on pumps, storage, maintaining supply, etc.

Breastfeeding Services Offered in Salisbury

Aquacare Salisbury – S Curve: 659 S Salisbury Blvd.
Call to schedule: 410-677-0700

 

Costs

$50 per 30 minutes virtual eval
$35 per 30 minutes virtual follow up
In Person/In- Clinic- Consultation- $100 per hour
In Person/In- Clinic- Follow UP- $75per 40 minutes
In Person/In- Clinic- Follow up – $60 per 30minutes

Meet Brooke

Brooke Mihalek, PTA, is a physical therapy assistant practicing at Aquacare’s Salisbury – S Curve location. A native of the Eastern Shore, she earned her bachelor’s degree at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. She then completed her PTA certification at Wor-Wic Community College where she often gives back through volunteering to assist in learning opportunities. At Aquacare, Brooke has a passion for treating orthopedic and neurological patients through creative and specialized programs. Brooke has also earned her breastfeeding specialist certification. In her free time, Brooke enjoys snuggling up with her cats to read when she isn’t spending time with her daughter and husband.

How Brooke Helps:

  • Supports families through pregnancy, breastfeeding initiation, and the normal course of lactation
  • Offers individual support, lead lactation support groups, and teach lactation classes
  • Serves as a respected member of the healthcare team.

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