Consent of Care
Home Visit Consultation
I give my consent for the lactation consultant at Nurtured Bub to work with me and my baby during this consultation to address my breastfeeding-related concerns. This consent applies to in-person visits, follow-up phone calls, and any information exchanged via email or text message.
Scope of Consultation
I understand that a lactation consultation may involve:
Gentle touch of my breasts and/or nipples for assessment purposes
Insertion of gloved fingers into my baby’s mouth to assess suckling function
Observation of a breastfeeding session and guidance to improve latch or positioning
Demonstration of relevant equipment, supplies, and techniques as necessary
It is my responsibility to maintain communication with the lactation consultant by providing progress updates and reaching out with any questions or concerns.
Sharing of Information
I consent for the lactation consultant to share pertinent information obtained during the evaluation and/or management of myself and/or my child with our healthcare providers if needed. The lactation consultant may contact my GP or my child’s GP if deemed necessary to support our care.
Use of Clinical Information
I consent for the lactation consultant to use anonymized clinical information from our sessions to educate other healthcare providers and mothers about lactation support. My identity will remain confidential, and only general aspects of my situation may be shared.
Payment Policy
I understand that full payment for the consultation is required upon booking, in alignment with Nurtured Bub's booking policies.
Privacy and Confidentiality
Nurtured Bub is committed to protecting all personal health information. The lactation consultant will uphold privacy in line with the Code of Ethics of the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners, the Standards of Practice of the International Lactation Consultant Association and the Privacy Policy.
Consent of Care
Video Call/Phone Consultation
I give my consent for the lactation consultant/sleep coach at Nurtured Bub to work with me and my baby during this consultation for my breastfeeding or sleep-related concerns. This consent is specifically for video-call and phone consultations, as well as information exchanged via email or text message, and includes appropriate follow-up contacts.
Scope of Consultation
I understand that a lactation or sleep consultation may involve:
Observation of a breastfeeding session and suggestions to improve latch or positioning
Demonstration of equipment, supplies, and techniques as appropriate
It is my responsibility to update the lactation consultant/sleep coach on our progress and to reach out with any questions or concerns following the consultation.
Sharing of Information
I consent for the lactation consultant/sleep coach to share relevant information acquired during the evaluation and/or management of myself and/or my child with our healthcare providers as needed. The lactation consultant may contact my GP or my child’s GP if deemed necessary to ensure continuity of care.
Use of Clinical Information
I give my consent for the lactation consultant/sleep coach to use anonymized clinical information from our sessions for the purpose of educating other healthcare providers and mothers about lactation and sleep support. My identity will remain confidential, and only general aspects of my situation may be described.
Payment Policy
I understand that full payment for the consultation is required upon booking, in alignment with Nurtured Bub's booking policies.
Privacy and Data Protection
Nurtured Bub is committed to safeguarding all personal health information in accordance with the Code of Ethics of the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners, the Standards of Practice of the International Lactation Consultant Association and the Privacy Policy.