Kelly Sijapati

Kelly Sijapati

Accepts insurance
Lactation Consultant
Mount Prospect, Illinois
15 years of experience
About me

My name is Kelly Sijapati, and I am an experienced International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) located in the northwest suburbs of Chicago. I was certified in 2015, and I have served as a volunteer peer breastfeeding counselor since 2011. I have a degree in Psychology and believe that the most important aspect of lactation care is listening closely to the new parent so I can understand their individual situation and feeding goals before working together with them to create a personalized care plan. Having been part of the lactation field for over ten years, my goal is that every new parent feels fully supported during their feeding journey. I provide care in home visits, telehealth, and office visits. I specialize in latch and positioning adjustments for greater comfort in breastfeeding and have expertise in all areas of lactation including pumping, bottle-feeding, tongue tie, weaning, induced lactation, and more. In my free time I enjoy reading, traveling, being outdoors, and spending time with my husband, two children, and our cockapoo puppy, Maple.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (2003)

Certification and training

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) (2015)

Credentials
IBCLC
Specialties
Birth and Lactation Evidence-Based Care Infant Care Lactation Consultation Latch Issues Low Milk Supply/Over Supply Mental Health Motivational Interviewing Newborn Care Nipple and Breast Pain Parenting Parenting Support Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Perinatal Mood Disorders Postpartum Adjustment Postpartum Care Postpartum Life Telehealth
Languages

English

Accepted insurance
Aetna Anthem Blue Cross Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) Cigna Humana UnitedHealthcare
Service introduction

A full breastfeeding and/or pumping evaluation; includes health history, weighted feed for in-person visits, guidance on latch and positioning, and a plan of action. In your home or via HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform.

Packages
Home Visit - Covered by The Lactation Network
For patients approved by The Lactation Network. Your first home visit may be as long as two hours, and includes a review of the health history of your baby and yourself, an examination of your breasts and nipples (if needed), and your baby's oral anatomy (if needed). During this time, I may also observe a feeding, make suggestions for positioning changes, and together we will create a feeding plan based on your family situation and personal goals. After the visit, I will provide you with a written summary of the plan and fax an update to your pediatrician and/or OB/midwife, if needed. We will stay in touch after the consultation, and I will be available to answer questions and/or see you for a follow-up visit as needed.
$0.00
USD Flat rate
Home Visit - Self-Pay
For patients with no insurance or for those whose plans declined to work with The Lactation Network. Your first home visit may be as long as two hours, and includes a review of the health history of your baby and yourself, an examination of your breasts and nipples (if needed), and your baby's oral anatomy (if needed). During this time, I may also observe a feeding, make suggestions for positioning changes, and together we will create a feeding plan based on your family situation and personal goals. After the visit, I will provide you with a written summary of the plan and fax an update to your pediatrician and/or OB/midwife, if needed. We will stay in touch after the consultation, and I will be available to answer questions and/or see you for a follow-up visit as needed. I will provide you with a superbill for potential reimbursement by your insurance.
$300.00
USD Flat rate
Telehealth - Covered by The Lactation Network
For patients approved by The Lactation Network. A full breastfeeding/pumping evaluation, includes a review of the health history of your baby and yourself, an examination of your breasts and nipples (if needed), and your baby's oral anatomy (if needed). During this time, I may also observe a feeding, make suggestions for positioning changes, and together we will create a feeding plan based on your family situation and personal goals. After the visit, I will provide you with a written summary of the plan and fax an update to your pediatrician and/or OB/midwife, if needed. We will stay in touch after the consultation, and I will be available to answer questions and/or see you for a follow-up visit as needed.
$0.00
USD Flat rate
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