Frequently Asked Questions

I do not require a doctor's order to provide services.  

I do not work directly with any insurance providers. 

For the best chance of reimbursement I recommend using a HSA or FlexSpending account. If you choose to file a claim for reimbursement, I do provide a receipt of services.

Payment is due via cash,check or Venmo at time of services. Checks made payable to: Within A Mother's Arms

Patients of Tosa Pediatrics will have their In-Office consult billed through the clinic to your insurance.  No payment at time of service required.

Follow this link to the app:

https://www.mobilemidwifeehr.com/clientaccess.aspx?guid=21edd629-88c0-4536-86cf-ae1fd548a886

If unable to access/complete please contact me to set up a 10-15 minute phone call to complete the intake information.

Yes! Most of these recommendations do not directly affect your breastmilk quality or production.  Your body will take from you to provide quality breastmilk; however, they make sure that your body has what it needs to support the process of lactation so you can feel and function at your best. 

 If you are interested in supplementing your dietary intake with 100% clean, plant-based products that I recommend, follow this link: www.tranont.com/reclaiminghealth

Caffeine: It is recommended to limit caffeine intake to 200-300mg/day or about 2-3 cups of traditional coffee.  All babies react to caffeine differently and caffeine dehydrates you so limited to modest amounts are suggested. Follow link for a plant- based, long-acting natural caffeine source that also supports mood.  ( Tranont | Health, Wealth, Community )

Protein:  Protein Intake While Breastfeeding   Protein provides the needed building blocks for recovering from delivery, the added demands on your body for lactation and general energy.  There is a lot of discussion about what is the ideal amount of protein for women in general.  During lactation it has been recommended that a woman consume about 25gms extra.  I would recommend 80-100gms/day.  Depending on appetite or ability to plan meals to meet your protein requirement, it can be helpful to have an option to consume extra protein along with water intake with protein drink supplements. ( Tranont | Health, Wealth, Community )

Hydration: Optimal hydration is vital to adequate milk production. It is recommended that everyone drinks half their body weight in ounces.  Moms often try to maintain appropriate water intake, however with the busy-ness of a new baby; it's not uncommon to fall short.  Plus, we need to make sure that the water gets to our cells. Electrolyte drinks can help with this however we want to make sure that they not only replace all needed minerals but also do not have added sugar or additives. ( Tranont | Health, Wealth, Community )

 Do Electrolytes Help With Breast Milk Supply? - Biology Insights 

Probiotics: Effects of maternal probiotic supplementation on breast milk microbiome and infant gut microbiome and health: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials - ScienceDirect  

I found this article very interesting.  It discusses how maternal gut health influences the breastmilk and therefore supports the infant's gut.  Tranont | Health, Wealth, Community