

About Me
Looking for a lactation consultant in Gatineau, Chelsea, Wakefield, Cantley or Ottawa? I'm Jessica Maitland, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and postpartum doula. I support families with in-home and virtual breastfeeding, pumping and bottle feeding care, from prenatal preparation through weaning.
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I can help with:
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Breastfeeding preparation during pregnancy
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Painful breastfeeding or sore nipples
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Baby won't latch or has difficulty latching
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Low milk supply and ways to increase milk production
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Pumping, hand expressing, and storing breast milk
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Flange fitting and nipple shields
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Bottle feeding, combo feeding, and bottle refusal
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Slow weight gain or concerns about whether your baby is getting enough milk
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Oversupply, engorgement, plugged ducts, and mastitis
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Tongue tie assessment and feeding support
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Returning to work while continuing to breastfeed
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Weaning from breastfeeding
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My approach is evidence-based and deeply compassionate. I take the time to understand your goals, your experiences, and your baby — because feeding support is never one-size-fits-all.
In our work together, you can expect:​
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Thoughtful, thorough assessments
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Practical guidance you can implement right away
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Gentle encouragement without pressure or judgment
I believe feeding your baby should feel supported, sustainable, and enjoyable — not overwhelming or confusing.
No one should have to navigate feeding challenges alone. Support is available when you need it.
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Lactation & Postpartum Services in Outaouais & Ottawa
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In-home lactation consults in Outaouais and Ottawa: help with latch, pain, supply and weight gain at home
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Prenatal breastfeeding consults: get ready before baby arrives, in-home or virtual
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Pump flange fitting: the right fit and a realistic pumping plan
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Virtual lactation consults: secure video support from anywhere
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Postpartum doula support: daytime help in the early weeks​
Virtual Breastfeeding Classes for Expecting & New Parents

a free, live virtual class for new and expecting parents across Canada

a small-group live virtual class for expecting parents and their support person who want to prepare quickly for breastfeeding, open to families across Canada

​Lactation Support FAQs for Outaouais & Ottawa Families
1 / When should I see a lactation consultant?
See an IBCLC if your baby won't latch well, nursing hurts, you're worried about your milk supply, feeding or weight gain, jaundice is affecting feeding, or you suspect a tongue-tie. You can also book simply for reassurance, and a prenatal visit helps before baby arrives. Read my guide, When to See an IBCLC: 7 Signs It's Time to Get Breastfeeding Support.
2 / Do you do home visits in Gatineau and Ottawa?
Yes. I travel to your home in Chelsea, Cantley, Wakefield, Gatineau, Val-des-Monts, Masham, Ottawa and surrounding communities. Initial visits are 90 minutes and follow-ups are 60 minutes, with limited weekend availability. Book online and I'll confirm your visit.
3 / Can I get a consult by video if I live outside the Outaouais?
Yes. I offer virtual lactation consults by secure video to families anywhere in Canada. Choose a full 60-minute consult for feeding challenges or a 30-minute check-in for quick questions. I can watch a feeding at the breast or bottle and give you a personalized plan.
4 / Do you offer breastfeeding classes or prenatal support?
Yes. For individuals and couples, I offer private prenatal breastfeeding consults, in-home in Outaouais and Ottawa or virtual anywhere in Canada. I also teach two live virtual classes for families across Canada: Combo Feeding 101, which is free, and my Breastfeeding Crash Course, a small-group class for expecting parents and their support person.





