Functional Nutrition Consultations for Lactating Parents

in-office and virtual 90-minute private consultation - starting at$170

In-office and Virtual 60-minute Follow-up private consultation - starting at $135

For lactating parents, we accept the following insurances: Aetna PPO/POS, Tricare West, UCSD HMO, Cigna PPO, Anthem PPO, Blue Shield PPO, Blue Cross PPO and United Healthcare PPO/HMO **Pending Insurance Verification. All HMO plans require a referral from your primary care provider. Please call our office if you have questions about getting your HMO approval.

Unfortunately, we are unable to bill insurance for non-lactating parents, so all appointments will be an out of pocket expense.

If this fee is unaffordable, we have a foundation that provides reduced-fee consultations. Please contact our office for more information (info@sdbfc.com).

Welcome to Functional Nutrition Counseling at the San Diego Breastfeeding Center

Robin Kaplan, IBCLC, Functional Nutrition Counselor

As a seasoned lactation consultant, with over 15 years of experience, I understand the challenges that nursing parents face when their little ones are struggling. My empathetic approach is deeply rooted in personal experience and in the principles of functional nutrition. Functional nutrition is an evidence-based, holistic, and personalized method that optimizes diet and nutrients to treat the root causes of illness/symptoms and restore health.

Say goodbye to uncertainty and hello to making empowered health decisions for you and your child.

  • I help lactating parents navigate the complexities of postpartum nutrition through personalized meal plans, nutrient recommendations, curated recipes, and compassionate guidance. Parents are empowered to make small but impactful changes in their diet and lifestyle habits. As we work together to optimize your health we're not just focusing on you. This work also nurtures the symbiotic relationship between you and baby, which allows you to build an understanding about the direct influence of your well being on your little one's gut health and development. By combining my expertise in lactation consulting and functional nutrition, you will receive holistic solutions that promote healing, reduce inflammation, and support both you and your baby.

My 4-Step Consultation Process: Nurturing Your Journey to Wellness

  • Our journey begins with a comprehensive initial consultation, where we'll delve into your medical history, symptoms, and goals. This is an opportunity for us to get to know each other, understand your unique needs, and explore the symbiotic relationship between your diet and your symptoms and/or baby's symptoms.

  • Next, I'll conduct a thorough evaluation, including an analysis of your food journal to gain insight into your body's responses to different foods. By examining the interplay between your diet, mood, and digestive health, we'll uncover potential triggers for inflammation and discomfort, recognizing how your food choices impact both you and your baby.

  • Based on our evaluation, we'll collaboratively develop a personalized Plan of Care tailored to your specific needs and goals. This comprehensive plan may include dietary recommendations, supplement suggestions, lifestyle modifications, and personalized meal plans to support your journey to optimal health, taking into account the symbiotic relationship between your nutrition and your baby's well-being.

  • With your personalized Plan of Care in hand, we'll embark on the implementation phase of our journey together. Through ongoing guidance and support, we'll work together to navigate any challenges, fine-tune your approach, and celebrate your successes along the way, recognizing how your dietary changes positively influence your symptoms and/or baby's symptoms.

Who Would Benefit from a Functional Nutrition Consultation?

  • Adults with chronic inflammation, immune conditions, and/or gut/digestion challenges

  • Adults and/or babies experiencing diarrhea, constipation, or other uncomfortable bowel movement symptoms

  • Babies with colic, reflux, possible/identified food intolerances, digestion discomfort, and yeast

 If you're feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or worried about your baby's health, you're in the right place. Let's embark on this journey together, nurturing your family's health from the very start.

To book a Functional Nutrition consultation, use the link below.