The support a Mother needs: Amwell Lactation Services #MomsLoveAmwell

As a Mom of 6 kids, I have had my share of adventurous births, from a two week overdue 1st child to a 22 week old preemie. I have had many challenges as well as triumphs as a Family of 8

The support a Mother needs: Amwell Lactation Services #MomsLoveAmwell

and one of my biggest challenges was always breastfeeding.  As an 18 year old first time Mom, I was completely lost.  I wanted to nurse my baby and be the best Mother I could, but I had no one to turn to for help or support; and by the end of my first week as a Mom I had to quit and turn to formula.

As the four youngest ones came along, they were all born at 30, 28, 24, 22 weeks and with those early births came many challenges. Nursing my kids was the greatest one for me and as much as I tried to get help and support; it just wasn’t there.
We rented breast pumps so I could pump while my babies were in the NICU, but with the stress, pain, and lack of knowledge; I just had no place to turn. I had 3 meetings with the hospital lactation consultant, but she lacked patience and there was no support outside of the hospital. Going online was more confusing than trying to read the breast pump directions, which only came in Chinese for some reason.
Needless to say, I quit trying and resorted to formula feeding my children.

The support a Mother needs: Amwell Lactation Services #MomsLoveAmwell

The support a Mother needs: Amwell Lactation Services #MomsLoveAmwell

Fast forward to the present, I am glad to see that there is so much support out there for nursing (or attempting to) Women out there; many times the only thing keeping someone from quitting is just receiving a little support.
So when the opportunity came along to work with Amwell to get the word out regarding support for nursing Mothers; I jumped on it.
I remember the feelings I had of being all alone, and I don’t want anyone to feel the way I did.

 

What is Amwell?

Amwell is the nation’s largest telehealth company, connecting users with board-certified, licensed doctors for immediate and live, online visits—day or night, on either mobile or desktop. Some general conditions our doctors encounter include: minor illnesses and injuries, general health and wellness concerns, prescription refills, and chronic condition management.  We employ primary care and specialist physicians, as well as licensed behavioral therapists and registered dietitians, to meet our patients’ buy klonopin online overnight health and wellness needs.
Our most recent addition to our platform is lactation consultants, which is the focus of this influencer campaign.
Amwell doctors are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and are dedicated to keeping you healthy  — all from the comfort of your home.

The support a Mother needs: Amwell Lactation Services #MomsLoveAmwell

Check out this Mother’s day video from Amwell…

If only I had this lactation service when I needed it as a younger Mother, I know it would have helped me continue my plan to nurse my children.

What is Amwell’s Lactation Services

Lactation video consults allow new mothers to ask questions, address concerns, or get advice concerning breastfeeding and everything that comes along with feeding their newborn.

See a lactation consultant for common questions and issues associated with breastfeeding. The lactation services are provided by a network of International Board-Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs). They can provide help on a number of issues such as latching, breast pain due to feeding issues, questions about milk supply, pumping or going back to work or school as well as many more. 

The support a Mother needs: Amwell Lactation Services #MomsLoveAmwell

Why should a new mom use our lactation services?

–        Lactation consultants are not available at every hospital this addresses that issue.

–        New mothers have so many questions when it comes to breastfeeding their new babies, however, not every mother is able to see a board-certified lactation consultant to help answer those questions before leaving the hospital 

–        Video allows the consultants to assist with latching, breast pain due to feeding issues, questions about milk supply or going back work  

–        Allows new mothers at any stage to get answers to their questions and issues usually within 24 hours of request.

Amwell has given us a code for our readers to use when visiting their site
Code:  NEWMOM24

OFFER – 50% OFF 2 VISITS. EACH FOLLOWER CAN USE THIS CODE TWICE. FIRST VISIT IS $130 SO WITH DISCOUNT IS WILL BE $65. SECOND VISIT IS $75 SO WITH DISCOUNT IT WILL BE $37.5. EXPIRES 12/31/17.
Please note that you have to put your credit card information in to hold the appointment, then once you log back in for your appointment time you will be prompted to enter the promo code

 

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Compensation was provided by Amwell via Momtrends.  The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions of Amwell or Momtrends#MomsLoveAmwell