baby-thrive.com

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Baby-Thrive is a private breastfeeding support service based in South London, founded by mum of two - Sally Rickard. Helping families in South East & Central London to achieve their breastfeeding goals with bespoke face-to-face support. Home visits avail...

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Jill C.
Highly recommend this expert for new parents.

I cannot speak highly enough of this expert. As a first-time parent, I returned home from the hospital feeling overwhelmed and having difficulties with latching. I was determined to continue breastfeeding, so arranging a consultation was one of the best choices my partner and I made. The expert came to our home and was incredibly clear, empathetic, kind, and discreet. They took the time to demonstrate proper positioning, assisted in improving my baby’s latch, and explained how to identify effective feeding. Everything was conveyed in a calm, reassuring manner that instantly boosted my confidence. They were extremely well-prepared, professional, and genuinely caring. I never felt judged or hurried—only supported. Thanks to their guidance, breastfeeding became much more comfortable and positive for both me and my baby. If you are a new parent facing challenges or just seeking reassurance, this expert is truly wonderful. I am very grateful for their support and expertise. Thank you!

5
Date of experience: Jan 09, 2026
Exceptional breastfeeding assistance

The consultant came to my rescue when I was experiencing significant pain at the beginning of our breastfeeding journey. During the in-person consultation, she was kind, sensitive, and provided tailored advice and insights that were invaluable, even connecting us with another specialist for our baby’s tongue tie. She proactively followed up after the consultation via messaging and continued to offer support as our situation changed. It was evident that she genuinely cares about both mother and baby, which was incredibly reassuring during such a tumultuous time.

5
Date of experience: Oct 16, 2025
Charisse H.
Strongly recommend this service

After a challenging time in the hospital, where I felt something was ‘wrong’ with my feeding, the consultant provided the warm, knowledgeable, and calm presence we needed. She offers gentle guidance, supports your natural connection with your baby, and helps you feel confident in your ability to breastfeed. I am extremely grateful to her for helping us find our way.

5
Date of experience: Oct 13, 2025
Karly
I wholeheartedly recommend this consultant

I wholeheartedly recommend this consultant. As a first-time parent, I returned home feeling overwhelmed and struggling with feeding. Booking a consultation was one of the best decisions my partner and I made. The consultant visited us at home and was incredibly clear, empathetic, kind, and discreet. She took the time to demonstrate proper positioning, helped improve my baby’s latch, and explained how to recognize effective feeding. Everything was conveyed in a calm, reassuring manner that instantly boosted my confidence. She was extremely well-prepared, professional, and genuinely caring. I never felt judged or rushed — only supported. Thanks to her guidance, breastfeeding became much more comfortable and positive for both me and my baby. If you are a new parent struggling or simply seeking reassurance, this consultant is absolutely fantastic. I’m so grateful for her support and expertise. Thank you!

5
Date of experience: Oct 07, 2025
KhRo4551
Fantastic support during a challenging time

The consultant visited my home when I was feeling anxious about breastfeeding due to my body type. She demonstrated various positions and helped me achieve the right latch! I needed additional assistance, and she returned on short notice to help perfect the technique. She offered guidance on weight, tongue tie, and made me feel comfortable and relaxed while learning this new skill. I would highly recommend her; she was a tremendous help, and my baby is gaining weight steadily thanks to her!

5
Date of experience: Oct 01, 2025
Russ Ross
Immense gratitude for the support received

I can't express enough gratitude for the support I received during what I consider one of the toughest phases of my life - my breastfeeding journey! Incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. Even though I had learned a lot on my own, the consultant's input was invaluable. If you're unsure about seeking help, don’t hesitate — just reach out.

5
Date of experience: Sep 12, 2025
abraham_troll
Outstanding support and extensive knowledge!

The consultant came to our home on short notice when we were really struggling with feeding and weight loss, overwhelmed by conflicting advice and a lack of face-to-face help. She demonstrated various positions and techniques to assist with feeding, which were incredibly useful. She was realistic with her advice and pragmatic about how long I might need to combine feeding to eventually breastfeed exclusively again, which helped manage my expectations. Her follow-up email was also very helpful, and I encourage anyone considering reaching out to her to do so. I feel confident my feeding journey would not have been as positive without her help and kindness.

5
Date of experience: May 14, 2025
Josiah C.
Supportive and comforting guidance

The consultant was incredibly helpful and reassuring throughout my breastfeeding journey. She provided excellent positioning tips and advice regarding pumping and introducing a bottle to the baby, who adapted without any issues. Her post-visit messaging support was invaluable, especially as the baby experienced some weight loss and we were figuring out the best approach. I will definitely reach out to her again when returning to work and looking for a plan to continue breastfeeding. Thank you for all the support; I would easily recommend her to friends and family.

5
Date of experience: Feb 19, 2025
Charlene Patterson
Highly recommended lactation consultant

I had the pleasure of working with this consultant for lactation support, and I can’t recommend her enough! She was able to accommodate me for a last-minute first appointment, which was a huge relief. From the beginning, she took the time to understand my concerns and created a personalized plan to help increase my milk supply. The plan was clear and effective, and I saw improvements quickly. She also provided a range of valuable resources for further education on breastfeeding. She patiently answered all my questions, no matter how small, and always made me feel heard and supported. What stood out was her kindness and reassurance, especially during moments of insecurity about my breastfeeding journey. Her support made a significant difference, and I felt more confident and empowered as a result. If you’re looking for a compassionate, knowledgeable lactation consultant, she's the one to see!

5
Date of experience: Jan 23, 2025
AH80
Effective resolution of breastfeeding issues

The consultant was instrumental in addressing several issues with breastfeeding my baby. She helped with shallow latch, positioning, and nipple pain from vasospasm. Importantly, she identified a likely undiagnosed tongue tie and referred us to a clinic for evaluation and treatment. Breastfeeding improved significantly afterward (with much less pain and shorter, less frequent feeds), and my baby continued to gain weight steadily. The consultant provided great advice, practical tips, and was available via messaging in the following weeks for any additional questions, which was incredibly helpful. I also found her blog posts filled with useful information. I would definitely recommend her and consider booking again, especially when I return to work for advice on pumping.

5
Date of experience: Jan 15, 2025

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  • Baby-Thrive is a private breastfeeding support service based in South London, founded by mum of two - Sally Rickard.

    Helping families in South East & Central London to achieve their breastfeeding goals with bespoke face-to-face support. Home visits available including evenings and weekends.

    I am here to support you through the early stages of motherhood.See more

  • email sally@baby-thrive.com
  • call 07548860231
  • language https://baby-thrive.com

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