Lactation Consultant based in Rockhampton, Consulting Australia wide & Internationally

With 30 years experience as a nurse, 25 of which were spent as a midwife, Julie Snee has an abundance of knowledge and a wealth of experience which she now offers in her role as a private lactation consultant and infant feeding specialist across Australia, and indeed internationally.

A deep commitment to helping mothers and newborns enjoying a fulfilling breastfeeding experience is only tempered by the understanding of the normal anxieties that can be experienced by mothers, especially first-time mothers many of whom who may face many new and unknown problems. The emotional and physical bonds that are established between mother and child through breastfeeding cannot be underestimated and difficulties in breastfeeding can compromise this critical process.

There are numerous factors that can hinder successful breast feeding, and whether or not the mother has previous experience, problems can arise at any time, and can be accompanied with a sense of urgency. Every mother’s circumstances and situation is different and liable to change with short notice. To this end, Julie is available for lactation consultations online or in person, or can readily be contacted by phone or Zoom to answer questions and help put your mind to rest.

Common problems that are experienced include attachment difficulties, when the baby fails to latch on to the nipple successfully, that can manifest themselves in sore or cracked nipples, which in turn discourage mothers from continue to breastfeed. Concerns that there is insufficient production of milk to satisfy the baby or alternatively an over production of milk are also often experienced and can be a serious obstacle to overcome. 

Mastitis, a condition of the breast that can occur when more milk than the baby requires is produced and the breast becomes engorged can lead to further complications for the mother that may require medical intervention but can be treated relatively easily. Expressing surplus milk by gentle hand massage or with the use of hospital grade double pumps can alleviate this problem before it gets out of hand.

For many mothers breast feeding comes easily and is the wonderful experience that it should be, however, unfortunately for others it can be a time of anxiety and self-doubt. The good news is that early intervention under the guidance of Julie, a breastfeeding specialist and certified lactation consultant, can often allay fears and get the breastfeeding process back on track. Regardless of the nature of the problem that may be encountered, practical advice, emotional and physical support with reassurance can always make a difference, and this is what Julie Snee can offer you, both ante and post-natal.

And should you require doula support services, offering a greater level of support and guidance Julie can help you here too.

With competitively priced consultation packages there is absolutely no need to suffer emotional or physical trauma when breastfeeding; don’t hesitate to make contact with Julie Snee, breastfeeding consultant online, with any of your concerns or difficulties before they become a problem that is more difficult to overcome.