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Care Pathways
Care Pathways
Thoughtfully designed support options to provide clarity, steadiness, and individualized care from pregnancy through early postpartum.
Soma Comprehensive Pathway
Soma Comprehensive Pathway
Our Signature Offering
A comprehensive, continuity-based experience for families who value steady guidance and integrated maternal support from pregnancy through early parenthood.
Designed to provide proactive preparation, responsive postpartum care, and the reassurance of ongoing access during a vulnerable transition.
Includes:
• One Prenatal Lactation Consultation (60min)
• One Initial Postpartum Lactation Consultation (75min)
• One In-Home Follow-Up Lactation Visit (45min)
• One Telehealth Follow-Up Visit (45min)
• Unlimited email support during pregnancy
• Unlimited email support for four weeks postpartum*
This pathway allows time to assess feeding thoroughly, support maternal recovery, and adjust plans as needs evolve.
Investment: $835
*Follow-up visits may be recommended if clinical needs exceed messaging support.
Soma Essentials Pathway
Soma Essentials Pathway
A foundational care option for families seeking preparation and structured early postpartum support.
This pathway offers confident preparation before birth and focused guidance during the critical early days of feeding.
Includes:
Includes:
• One Prenatal Lactation Consultation (60 minutes)
• One Initial Postpartum Lactation Consultation (75 minutes)
• One Telehealth Follow-Up Visit (45 minutes)
• Unlimited email support during pregnancy
• Unlimited email support for two weeks postpartum*
Ideal for families who prefer a streamlined approach with the option to add additional visits if needed.
Investment: $675
Families enrolled in Soma Essentials may upgrade to the Soma Comprehensive Pathway within the first two weeks postpartum if more support is desired.
*Follow-up visits may be recommended if clinical needs exceed messaging support.
Individual Visits
Individual Visits
For families seeking targeted support or addressing a specific concern.
Prenatal Lactation Consultation – 60 minutes
Prenatal Lactation Consultation – 60 minutes
$250 In-Home | $195 Telehealth
Personalized preparation for a confident, supported start.
Includes:
• Health history review and lactation risk assessment
• Evidence-based feeding education
• Pump and flange fitting guidance
• Antenatal expression education (when appropriate)
• Individualized feeding goals
• Registry recommendations
• Breast pump prescription (if indicated)
• Written feeding plan for the first 72 hours
Initial Postpartum Lactation Consultation – 75 minutes
Initial Postpartum Lactation Consultation – 75 minutes
$295 In-Home | $225 Telehealth
Comprehensive feeding assessment with maternal medical oversight when indicated.
Includes:
• Latch and milk transfer assessment
• Feeding and/or pump evaluation
• Weighed feeds (if appropriate)
• Personalized feeding plan
Maternal care may include:
• Evaluation and management of mastitis, nipple infections, or low milk supply
• Medication prescribing when clinically indicated
• Lab orders or specialist referrals
• Screening for postpartum mood concerns
Follow-Up Lactation & Support Visit – 45 minutes
Follow-Up Lactation & Support Visit – 45 minutes
$195 In-Home | $165 Telehealth
Ongoing support as feeding and postpartum recovery continue to evolve.
Includes:
• Feeding reassessment
• Latch and comfort optimization
• Milk supply guidance
• Pumping and bottle-feeding support
• Infant growth review
• Return-to-work/daycare or weaning planning
Travel
Travel
In-home visits include travel within 15 miles of Lake Harriet in Southwest Minneapolis.
Families outside this radius are warmly welcomed via telehealth. Limited travel exceptions may be available for an additional fee.
Have questions or want to schedule a quick chat before you book? Please don't hesitate to contact me.
Who Is This For?
Who Is This For?
Soma Lactation and Maternal Care is designed for parents who want steady, thoughtful support during pregnancy and early postpartum — not rushed visits or fragmented care.
This practice may be a good fit if you:
• Want time to ask questions and feel fully heard
• Prefer in-home visits within the Minneapolis metro area
• Value evidence-based guidance grounded in maternal health
• Desire continuity from pregnancy through early postpartum
• Appreciate clear, individualized feeding plans
• Want screening and support for postpartum mood and recovery
• Are planning to return to work and want a realistic feeding plan
You do not need to be experiencing a crisis to benefit from care. Many families choose Soma proactively — to prevent common challenges, build confidence, and create a calmer start.
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