Plan to welcome your baby after a Caesarean
Our specialist service is designed to help you prepare for after your C-section. Book an appointment on Zoom or face to face with a lactation consultant or breastfeeding counsellor for personalised 1-1 support to explore what life with your new baby will be like after a caesarean birth.
Ask questions about breastfeeding, bottle feeding, expressing, sleep, wellbeing and much more!
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Free for families living within West Kent or on the border of East Sussex
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Confidential and non-judgemental
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Online via Zoom
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Your partner is welcome to join you
What is covered in the appointment?
Appointments are delivered 1-1online via Zoom with a Lactation Consultant or Breastfeeding Counsellor.
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Topics are guided by you - common questions include:
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Can I breastfeed after a caesarean?
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How long will I need support at home after a c-section?
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How will I manage pain relief?
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When can I drive again after a caesarean?
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What if I'm feeling conflicted about having a c-section?
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How long will it take me to get back to exercise after a caesarean?
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You do not need to have booked your caesarean in to access this service.
Who will I speak to?
All our practitioners are trained and licenced as either "Lactation Consultants" or "Breastfeeding Counsellors" by recognised breastfeeding organisations, and have received advanced training in Holistic Sleep Support with Lyndsey Hookway and have at least 10 years experience supporting families. Our main Zoom Caesarean planning practitioners are Jennie and Jane S.
Jennie Harvey
Breastfeeding Counsellor
Jane Saville
Breastfeeding Counsellor
Is the service free?
These Caesarean planning appointments are offered for Kent Residents with funding from Kent County Council. We fundraise to ensure that all families within driving distance of Sevenoaks, Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells can access our services for free. For practical purposes you must live within a 40 minute drive of one of our locations.
Each appointment costs us £50 to deliver and we welcome donations to ensure support is available for all.
FAQs
How long is an appointment?
Each zoom appointment is approximately 40 minutes long.
Who can book?
We encourage you to book yourself an appointment online, or your health professional can book one on your behalf.
When should I book the appointment?
We recommend booking the appointment within your final pregnancy trimester because this is a practical session focused on the weeks after your baby is born. However we are also happy to offer emotional support via our listening service during any stage of pregnancy or parenthood.
Is it really free?
We fundraise relentlessly to ensure our appointments are available free for families in West Kent, so that everyone can offer support regardless of their ability to pay.
Do I need a referral from my GP or health visitor?
No you can book yourself in and you don't need to wait until you are 'bad enough' to receive support. We believe that every family would benefit from our support, so don't hesitate - book today.
Can you give me medical advice about my birth?
Our practitioners are not medical professionals or midwives. The service complements, rather than replaces, individual medical or maternity advice, with signposting to appropriate health professionals when required.
Can my partner join the call?
Your partner is encouraged to join the call - partners often remember different things and are a key source of support for you in the long term.
Can you help with pumping or combination feeding?
Yes, we can support with breastfeeding, expressing/ pumping and bottle feeding.
What happens after my appointment?
You are welcome to return for more support if you need it at any time and no matter what age your baby is.
Can I book another appointment if I need one?
Yes - we encourage families to return for support for however long they need.