Ana R. Saldivar Lactation Consultant in Las Vegas, NV

15 years of experience

About Ana r.

Meet Ana R. Saldivar, IBCLC Hello, and welcome! I'm Ana R. Saldivar, IBCLC, founder of Lactation Support For You. I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) International Board Certified Lactation Consultant dedicated to helping families overcome routine and complex infant feeding challenges through evidence-based, individualized care. My passion for lactation began with my own breastfeeding journey. Like many parents, I was told that pain was "normal." It wasn't. Months later, I discovered my sons had undiagnosed oral restrictions that significantly affected our breastfeeding relationship. That experience inspired me to ensure other families receive the knowledgeable, compassionate care I wish I had. After becoming a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) in 2014, I earned my International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) credential in 2022 and founded Lactation Support For You in 2023 to provide families with advanced lactation care that goes beyond basic breastfeeding support. I believe successful feeding requires looking beyond the breast. My comprehensive evaluations assess oral function, feeding biomechanics, bottle-feeding skills, pumping efficiency, flange fit, maternal anatomy, infant body tension, primitive reflex integration, and milk transfer to identify the root cause of feeding challenges—not just the symptoms. Families seek my care for persistent breastfeeding pain, nipple damage, pumping discomfort, low milk supply, oversupply, poor weight gain, oral restrictions, recurrent plugged ducts or mastitis, bottle-feeding difficulties, NICU transitions, and complex feeding concerns. I enjoy solving difficult feeding challenges and helping families find answers when previous interventions have not been successful. I am committed to lifelong learning and regularly complete advanced education in oral function, feeding rehabilitation, pumping science, professional flange fitting, infant feeding biomechanics, oral habilitation, primitive reflex integration, infant massage, exclusive pumping, breastfeeding after oral restriction release, and management of medically complex lactation cases. My goal is not only to help with today's feeding challenges but also to empower parents with the knowledge and confidence to meet their family's feeding goals. Whether you choose breastfeeding, exclusive pumping, combination feeding, or formula feeding, you deserve compassionate, judgment-free, evidence-based support. I look forward to being part of your journey and helping your family achieve comfortable, effective, and confident feeding.

Lactation Consultant services

Accepted insurance

Aetna Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program Cigna Aetna Better Health Cigna-HealthSpring Culinary Health Fund UHA Health Insurance Message Ana r. to confirm coverage for your plan.

I specialize in advanced lactation care for families facing complex feeding challenges. My expertise includes oral function assessment, feeding rehabilitation, oral restrictions, body tension, pumping optimization, professional flange fitting, weighted feeds, older infant breastfeeding challenges, mastitis, plugged ducts, and exclusive pumping. I provide evidence-based, personalized care in the comfort of your home to help families achieve their feeding goals.

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

https://iblce.org/ (2022)

Languages

English, Spanish

Credentials

IBCLC

Specialties

Birth and Lactation Lactation Consultation Lactation Home Visits Prenatal Lactation Education

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it normally take for insurance to verify coverage?

Most insurance benefits are verified within 1–2 business days. We'll keep you updated throughout the process and help you understand your coverage before your appointment whenever possible.

Can you help me know if my baby is getting enough milk at the breast?

Yes. I perform weighted feeds using a highly accurate infant scale to measure milk transfer during a breastfeeding session. I also assess latch, milk transfer, swallowing, feeding efficiency, diaper output, weight gain, and overall feeding effectiveness.

Can you help me with pumping, flange sizing, and pump settings?

Absolutely. I provide professional nipple measurement, flange fitting, pump pressure testing, and pump optimization to improve comfort, increase milk removal, maximize output, and reduce nipple pain and breast trauma. I work with most major breast pump brands.

I keep getting plugged ducts or mastitis. Can you help?

Yes. I provide evidence-based evaluation and individualized care to help identify the underlying causes of recurrent plugged ducts and mastitis. Together we'll develop a prevention plan that may include optimizing milk removal, improving pumping techniques, correcting flange fit, adjusting feeding routines, and addressing other contributing factors.

My baby has a tongue tie, lip tie, or oral restriction. Can you help?

Yes. I have advanced training in oral function assessment and feeding rehabilitation. I evaluate how oral restrictions affect breastfeeding, bottle feeding, milk transfer, and maternal comfort. If appropriate, I provide conservative management before release, help families prepare for a frenectomy, and offer comprehensive post-release feeding rehabilitation.

Are you able to bill Medicaid insurance for lactation services with you?

Unfortunately not at this time. Medicaid recipients automatically should qualify for WIC services and breastfeeding support should be offered to the families free of charge.

Do you make house calls?

Yes! I provide in-home lactation consultations so you and your baby can be assessed in the comfort of your own home, where feeding is often more relaxed and representative of your normal routine.

Can you help if my baby refuses the breast or bottle?

Yes. Feeding refusal can have many causes. I evaluate oral function, feeding mechanics, positioning, body tension, milk flow, and other contributing factors to develop a personalized plan to improve feeding success.

Can you help if I'm exclusively pumping?

Absolutely. Whether you plan to exclusively pump temporarily or long term, I can help optimize your pumping schedule, flange fit, pump settings, milk production, storage, and return-to-work plan while helping prevent nipple pain and recurrent plugged ducts.

Do you offer prenatal breastfeeding consultations?

Yes. Prenatal visits help families prepare before baby arrives by discussing breastfeeding expectations, milk production, pumping, hand expression, returning to work, common challenges, and strategies to help you get off to the best possible start.

Do you only help with breastfeeding?

No. I support all feeding goals, including breastfeeding, exclusive pumping, combination feeding, bottle feeding, relactation, weaning, and feeding medically complex infants. My goal is to help families feed their babies confidently and successfully, whatever that journey looks like.

I decided not to breastfeed. Can you still help me with engorgement or drying up my milk?

Yes. Whether you're weaning, exclusively formula feeding, or choosing not to breastfeed, I can help you manage engorgement safely and comfortably while reducing the risk of plugged ducts and mastitis. I'll create a personalized plan to gradually decrease milk production, relieve discomfort, and support your physical recovery with evidence-based strategies that fit your goals.

My baby clicks, chokes, or falls asleep while feeding. Is that normal?

These can be signs of an underlying feeding issue. I assess suck-swallow-breathe coordination, oral function, milk flow, body tension, and feeding mechanics to determine what's contributing to these behaviors.

Do you provide virtual lactation consultations?

Yes. Many breastfeeding and pumping concerns can be effectively addressed through secure virtual consultations, making support accessible no matter where you live.

Can you help if I have too much milk or a forceful letdown?

Yes. Oversupply and fast letdown can lead to pain, recurrent plugged ducts, mastitis, and a frustrated baby. I can help regulate milk production while protecting your breastfeeding relationship.

Why should I choose an IBCLC instead of general breastfeeding support?

An IBCLC is the highest internationally recognized credential in lactation care. As an IBCLC with advanced training in oral function, pumping science, professional flange fitting, feeding rehabilitation, and complex lactation management, I provide comprehensive assessments designed to identify the root cause of feeding challenges—not just treat the symptoms. My goal is to create individualized, evidence-based care plans that help families reach their feeding goals with confidence.

Does Ana r. accept insurance?

Ana r. lists Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program, Cigna, Aetna Better Health, Cigna-HealthSpring, Culinary Health Fund, and UHA Health Insurance as accepted insurance. Message Ana r. to confirm coverage for your plan.