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Many mothers have found that there is a void in educational needs and personal follow-up after leaving the hospital.  At the Family Collection the personalized maternal/child support is our most meaningful asset. Please complete the Contact Us  form to receive pricing.  Home Consultations may start at $195 for a two hour visit. Scheduling a home visit will be on Monday, through Saturday.
 
With over 31 years of experience in maternal/child health, the Family Collection provides:
  
In Home Private Lactation Consulting
60 - 120 minutes Most visits can be scheduled within 24-48 hours
NEW CLIENT - History of mother and baby, assessment and evaluation of feeding session, weight check, evaluation of infant oral anatomy and mother's breasts, and care plan to improve the effectiveness and comfort of breastfeeding. This session also includes age appropriate (baby's age) teaching of breastfeeding and infant development in order for the mother to have a better understanding of her baby's cues. Parenting is a learned art. During the consultation the parents will learn skills to better understand the importance of physical, physiological and emotional needs of your new family.  
 
In Home Private Prenatal Classes

Faith Ploude offers personalized childbirth, breastfeeding and parenting classes to meet your requirements. Prices vary based on educational packages.

 

Community Prenatal Breastfeeding Classes

The 1st and 3rd Wednesdays classes from 6:00 - 9:00 pm are taught at Tutti-Bambini 7211 SW 58th Avenue, South Miami. Expectant Dads are always welcome! Contact: (305) 669-1400,

                                                                                                                                                http://www.tutti-bambini.com
 

In Home Follow Up Care

Time depends on complexity and length of visit

ESTABLISHED CLIENTS - Though most breastfeeding challenges and problems can be greatly improved with only one visit, some more challenging problems may require more than one visit, as well as new problems can develop at a later time in the breastfeeding relationship.  Concerns about parenting issues, returning to work, pumping, milk supply issues, breast or nipple discomfort, introduction of solids, fussy/colic baby, reflux, weaning and other issues may require a follow-up visit.

                                  Cost of a follow up visit is half the cost of the initial visit.

  

Follow Up Phone Support
ESTABLISHED CLIENTS - Call backs, e-mails or text messages may be returned first thing  in the morning (between 6-8 am) or evening (between 6- 8 pm) depending on availability.  When leaving a telephone voice message, please spell your name and state your phone number slowly two times. If Faith does not return your call within 60 minutes, please call again.

  

24 Hours Crisis Coverage 

If you have an emergency, Faith Ploude is on-call 24 hours a day.  If for some reason you reach the answering machine, leave a contact message, wait 30 minutes, and call again. When leaving a telephone voice message, please spell your name and state your phone number slowly two times.

  

                        For Pricing Information, please complete the Contact Us page.

Payment...
 
Cash or check.  We reserve the right to charge $30.00 for checks that are returned for any reason.  
Insurance...
 

No Insurance Accepted - Fee for Service Only

 

Faith B. Ploude is not a provider with any insurance company.  Fee for service must be paid at time of service.  All clients will be given a super bill and instructions for filing for insurance reimbursement. Coverage for lactation services are determined by your individual insurance plan.  If your insurance policy covers the cost of lactation services, they will reimburse you.  It is the responsibility of the client to seek insurance reimbursement.  No guarantees are made for insurance reimbursement.  

 

The Family Collection does not bill your insurance company. 

 

1. We recommend a physician’s referral. 

2. When you submit your claim, attach the HCFA form, physician’s referral, and any

    other documentation that your insurance company requires.

3. Mail original paperwork according to your insurer’s instructions.

4. Always make copies of original paper work.

5. For more information regarding insurance reimbursement for lactation services,

    www.Breastfeedinginsurance.com

 

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