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Breast milk is the best source of nutrition for your baby. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the World Health Organization (WHO) recommend exclusively breastfeeding babies for at least 6 months. Even the CDC recommends breastfeeding—for both the baby’s health and the mother’s.
As a lactation-dedicated healthcare service, Cycle Female Health & Lactation Clinic is here to support your desire to give your baby the best possible start on life. We’re the only lactation and breastfeeding specialist in West Hills offering insurance-covered lactation services. We welcome pregnant women and new mothers as patients, and their families and partners for education and support.
As lactation consultants and healthcare providers, we order tests and imaging, prescribe medication, and do specialty referrals. Through this combined approach to lactation support, we can treat most breastfeeding issues, including education and training.
Addressing flat/inverted nipples
Milk pumping/supply maintenance
Helping cracked/sore nipples
Reversing nursing strikes
Help with engorgement/mastitis
Clogged duct relief
Managing nipple confusion
Lactation with health concerns
Spouse/family education
As the only single provider for insurance-covered lactation services in-network with all major insurance providers. We’ll happily confirm your coverage.
Breastfeeding starts with mom. We offer mothers insurance-covered breastfeeding consultation and lactation-related medical care for healthy, successful breastfeeding.
Breastfeeding provides your baby with excellent nutrition and an immunity boost. It also reduces your risk of breast/ovarian cancers, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure.
We bring guidance, expertise, and understanding to every consultation. Request an appointment today to schedule your first consultation and begin your journey to health & comfort.
Prior to starting lactation care in West Hills, Cycle Clinic recommends:
Following lactation care in West Hills, Cycle Clinic recommends:
The co-founder of the Cycle clinic, Kristine Santoian, is an OBGYN overseas and Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner, IBCLC in US. Trilingual (English, Russian, Armenian), mother of three, dedicated healthcare professional, her passion for lactation is rooted deeply in her own experience of physical and mental aspects of lactation and motherhood.
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The bad news is, even in today’s world, lactation consultation coverage varies depending on your insurance plan. The good news is, Cycle Clinic operates in-network with all major insurance providers.
We accept:
If your plan isn’t listed, please tell us. Our team will happily confirm your coverage, or supply a detailed super-bill upon request.
Most lactation specialists are called “lactation consultants.” You might also see other terms, including:
You should seek a certified professional, making sure the provider is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
At Cycle Clinic, founder Kristine Santoian is an OBGYN overseas and Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner, IBCLC in the US. Trilingual (English, Russian, Armenian). Part of her ability to completely understand the challenges nursing mothers face comes from Kristine being a mother of three herself. Her passion for lactation counseling comes from her own experience with lactation and motherhood.
Many times, practice makes perfect for breastfeeding—especially for first-time moms. However, we recommend you seek help from a lactation and breastfeeding specialist in West Hills if you experience:
There might not even be any particular issues—but having peace of mind goes a long way supporting the bond between you and your baby during this amazing, natural time.
