--- title: "When to Call a Lactation Consultant at Sutter Health" description: "Bring your breastfeeding concerns and more to your lactation consultant. They’ll help you find solutions to common problems." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/lactation-consultations" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Health and wellness](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health) / 3. Lactation Consultations # When to Call a Lactation Consultant Discover how they can help you and your baby thrive. * * * September 26, 2024 [Breastfeeding](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/breastfeeding) can be tough. Remember, this is a learning experience for you and your [newborn](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/newborn-and-baby-care)! It takes practice to figure out latching, hunger cues and more. A [lactation consultant](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/lactation-support-services) offers support for new moms with questions about milk supply, positioning and more. Make an appointment if you need help with any of these issues: - Advice for working mothers on continuing breastfeeding after returning to work and planning a daily routine - Breastfeeding challenges related to having twins, premature infants, slow weight gain or if you've had breast surgery - Concerns about your baby's output (urine and stools) - Guidance if you're using a nipple shield or alternative feeding methods (cup feeding, a supplemental nursing system or SNS, finger feeding, bottle feeding - If you feel your milk hasn't increased by day four - If your baby isn't feeding 8 to 12 times in 24 hours - Issues with positioning, latch and engorgement - Tips on the best nursing bras and clothing for discreet and comfortable breastfeeding - Treating sore nipples - When your baby sleeps on the breast, isn't suckling well and seems hungry each time you take them off  Remember, you're not alone on this journey. Reach out when you need help.  ## Explore related topics [Newborns](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/articles?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_healthTopics.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Newborns%22%5D%7D%2C%7B%22i%22%3A%22builtin.entityType%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Sutter+Health+Page%22%5D%7D%5D&limit=10&verticalKey=health-and-wellness)[Breastfeeding](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/articles?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_healthTopics.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Breastfeeding%22%5D%7D%2C%7B%22i%22%3A%22builtin.entityType%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Sutter+Health+Page%22%5D%7D%5D&limit=10&verticalKey=health-and-wellness) Lactation Consultants Near You Call a lactation consultant near you to schedule a consultation or learn more about the resources available to you: **Bay Area Locations** Albany: [510-204-8130](tel:510-204-8130) Antioch: [925-756-3400](tel:925-756-3400) Berkeley (Milvia): [510-204-5600](tel:510-204-5600) Castro Valley: [510-886-3400](tel:510-886-3400) Daly City: [888-280-9300](tel:888-280-9300) Dublin: [925-875-3736](tel:925-875-3736) Fremont: [888-280-9300](tel:888-280-9300) Palo Alto: [888-280-9300](tel:888-280-9300) San Francisco: [415-600-2229](tel:+4156002229) San Mateo: [888-280-9300](tel:888-280-9300) Santa Clara: [888-280-9300](tel:+18882809300) Santa Cruz: [831-477-2229](tel:831-477-2229) Santa Rosa: [707-576-4857](tel:707-576-4857) Sunnyvale: [408-730-4251](tel:408-730-4251) Tracy: [209-833-2419](tel:209-833-2419) **Valley Locations** Amador: [209-223-7460](tel:209-223-7460) Davis: [530-750-5959](tel:530-750-5959) Modesto: [209-572-7210](tel:209-572-7210) Roseville: [916-781-1387](tel:916-781-1387) Sacramento: [916-887-4037](tel:916-887-4037) ## Your Baby is Our Priority Our [pediatricians](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/childrens-health) provide high-quality, compassionate care from your baby’s first day. 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