Jennifer Gerard, FNP, IBCLC - Lactation Consultant

About Jennifer

I am a Family Nurse Practitioner/IBCLC with over 25 years of maternal-child and family healthcare experience. I specialize in Low Milk Supply Consultations via telehealth with services available nationwide. As an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with multi-state licensure and prescriptive authority, I offer advanced care via telehealth including lab workups for low supply and Lactation Medicine visits. I have full Nurse Practitioner licensure in: Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Iowa, Nebraska, New Mexico, Vermont and West Virginia. Advanced consulting services and self-ordered labs are available in South Carolina and Texas.

Lactation Consultant packages and pricing

Low Milk Supply Consult + Lab Order - FL, IA, ID, NE, NM, VT, WV

Experience personalized low milk supply support and lab order services with our expert Nurse Practitioner/IBCLC. During this comprehensive virtual visit we will take a deep dive into your health and feeding history to explore risk factors and determine beneficial labwork to get to the root cause of your low milk supply. Visit fee is 100% covered under some PPO plans and you can start the pre-approval process here: https://www.advancedlactationcare.com/insurance-preapproval

$200 USD · Flat rate

Low Milk Supply Consultation - Nationwide

Experience personalized low milk supply support with our expert Nurse Practitioner/IBCLC. During this comprehensive virtual visit we will take a deep dive into your health and feeding history to explore risk factors and determine beneficial labwork to get to the root cause of your low milk supply. You'll receive a written lab request to discuss with your usual health care provider with rationales for recommendations. If your usual provider is unable or unwilling to do labs, I will guide you how to acquire on your own without an order. Visit fee is 100% covered under some PPO plans and you can start the pre-approval process here: https://www.advancedlactationcare.com/insurance-preapproval

$175 USD · Flat rate

Lactation Medicine Visit - FL, IA, ID, NE, NM, VT, WV

Experience personalized lactation care with a focused telemedicine visit with an expert Nurse Practitioner/IBCLC. Our Lactation Medicine visits offer evaluation and management of conditions related to lactation, incorporating herbal support, nutritional approaches, and pharmaceuticals when needed. This service is ideal for non-urgent conditions and complements regular health care with your primary provider. Visit fee is 100% covered under some PPO plans and you can start the pre-approval process here: https://www.advancedlactationcare.com/insurance-preapproval

$150 USD · Flat rate

Accepted insurance

What to expect

I offer virtual low milk supply consultations nationwide with advanced support including lab workups and Lactation Medicine visits in select States (CO, FL, IA, ID, NE, NM, VT, WV). I am partnered with The Lactation Network and your visit fee may be covered 100% for a variety of PPO plans and with Wildflower for CIGNA. You can start the pre-approval process here: https://www.advancedlactationcare.com/insurance-preapproval

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

IBCLC (2007)
Perinatal Mental Health (2021)
Family Nurse Practitioner (2017)
Tethered Oral Tissue Specialty (TOTS) (2023)

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (1996)
Master of Science in Nursing (2016)

Memberships and affiliations

South Carolina Breastfeeding Coalition

Languages

English

Credentials

APRN BSN-RN FNP-C IBCLC PMH-C

Specialties

Birth and Lactation Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Breastfeeding Consultation Breastfeeding Support Evidence-Based Care Exclusive Pumping/Bottle Feeding Family Medicine Infant Care Lactation Consultation Low Milk Supply/Over Supply Nipple and Breast Pain Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Perinatal Mood Disorders Postpartum Depression Returning to work (pumping, breastmilk storage, etc) Telehealth Anxiety and Depression Perinatal and Infant Loss

Certifications, training, and credentials are listed by the provider. Bornbir doesn't verify them, so ask Jennifer for a copy of any certificate you rely on.

Frequently asked questions

Do you accept insurance?

Yes! I am partnered with The Lactation Network to provide insurance covered visits under several PPO plans and with Wildflower for CIGNA. You can check your coverage and start the pre-approval process at https://www.advancedlactationcare.com/insurance-preapproval

How much does Jennifer charge?

Jennifer's Virtual Prenatal Colostrum Expression Session package is $100 USD, flat rate. Jennifer lists 5 packages in all.

Does Jennifer accept insurance?

Jennifer lists Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Cigna, Anthem Blue Cross, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Multiplan PHCS as accepted insurance. Message Jennifer to confirm coverage for your plan.