Shaina Brickner - Lactation Consultant

About Shaina

Hi! I'm Shaina Brickner from West Los Angeles :) I am an IBCLC and RN, with 7 years as a Labor and Delivery Nurse. I transitioned to working as a lactation consultant when I realized that my true passion is educating new parents on all the options they have when it comes to breastfeeding their babies. I have 3 children whom I breastfed each for over a year, and each breastfeeding journey was so unique. I love to help new parents navigate the crazy new world of parenthood through birth, breastfeeding, and newborn care classes and postpartum lactation visits. I offer home visits (if you're local to Los Angeles) as well as virtual and sometimes office visits. My favorite topics of discussion are pumping schedules when going back to work, tethered oral tissues (tongue tie/lip tie), combining sleep hygiene and breastfeeding. and managing supply issues.

Lactation Consultant packages and pricing

Birth Class

A one time 3 1/2-4 hour private class for mamas and their partner in their 3rd trimester of pregnancy. You will gain knowledge about the birth process and feel confident going into your hospital birth. Can be taken in person (+$50) or virtually. This class is best taken between 30 and 36 weeks of pregnancy.

$450 USD · Flat rate

Prenatal Breastfeeding Class

*THIS CLASS COULD BE COVERED BY YOUR INSURANCE* A 1-1.5 hour class for you and your partner to help you set realistic expectations and goals for your breastfeeding journey. Can be taken in person (+$50) or virtually

$175 USD · Flat rate

Newborn Care Class

This class will cover the basics of caring for your newest family member: feeding your baby, changing your baby's diaper, swaddling (how and when), establishing healthy sleep habits, bottle feeding, common newborn ailments and how to treat them. This class is best combined with a breastfeeding class

$175 USD · Flat rate

Accepted insurance

Aetna Cigna Health Net Oscar Health Insurance Co. Tricare UnitedHealthcare Message Shaina to confirm coverage for your plan.

What to expect

My favorite thing is when I get to see a new family from their pregnancy all the way until their baby is a year old or done breastfeeding! Here's a quick list of my services: 1. In person or virtual birth classes (best done in your 3rd trimester of pregnancy) 2. In person or virtual prenatal breastfeeding class 3. In person or virtual newborn care class 4. Postpartum lactation visits (home, virtual, or office)

Reviews for Shaina Brickner

5.0 1 review

5.0

August 13, 2024

Shaina was generous with her time. She was very pleasant to chat with and calm. I liked how she didn’t feel worried or anxious about things and it made me feel safe and trust her. As a mom in the midst of this, you can really be stuck in a spinning world trying to figure out solutions. The email she sent me afterwards was perfectly simple and detailed with a beautiful attachment with helpful tips and info on the plan we discussed and extra tips as well. Thank you so much!

— Gina S.

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (2019)

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (2013)

Memberships and affiliations

Lactation Consultants of America

Languages

English

Credentials

BSN-RN IBCLC

Specialties

Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Breastfeeding Consultation Childbirth Education Infant Care Lactation Consultation Latch Issues Low Milk Supply/Over Supply Nipple and Breast Pain Returning to work (pumping, breastmilk storage, etc) Telehealth

Frequently asked questions

Do you accept insurance?

Yes! I am an in-network provider with several commercial insurance plans and can accept the following insurances: Aetna, Anthem by Google, Cigna, HealthNet, Oscar, Prime Healthcare EPO under Blue Shield of CA, Tricare West, and United Healthcare

Do you charge a travel fee?

Yes. For home visits and for clients whom I accept their insurance only, there will be a separate travel fee which is not covered by insurance. However, you can typically use an HSA/FSA debit card (if you have one) to pay this fee. For homes that are 0-2 miles from 90024, there is a $25 fee For homes that are 2.1-8 miles from 90024, there is a $50 fee Homes that are more than 8 miles away are subject to Shaina's discretion for travel fees.

What happens at a lactation visit?

Baby will be weighed before and after the feeding (weighted feeding) Latch and positioning will be assessed Newborn oral assessment Assessment of mother's breasts if there are any clogs, nipple damage, or pain Personalized care plan based on current situation and breastfeeding goals

What breastfeeding issues can you help with?

Breast or nipple pain Positioning and latch Low milk supply Oversupply Pumping Going back to work Tongue tie and lip tie Clogged ducts Mastitis Milk Blebs Re-lactating Starting solid food Bottle feeding/bottle refusal Breast refusal Weaning

How much does Shaina charge?

Shaina's Follow-up Virtual visit package is $75 USD, flat rate. Shaina lists 7 packages in all.

Does Shaina accept insurance?

Shaina lists Aetna, Cigna, Health Net, Oscar Health Insurance Co., Tricare, and UnitedHealthcare as accepted insurance. Message Shaina to confirm coverage for your plan.