Mastitis is a painful condition that affects many women during their breastfeeding journey.

Inflammatory breast conditions develop and progress quickly, therefore prompt assessment and appropriate treatment is important. Please see our blog and handout to find out more about mastitis, including home self management strategies.

As soon as you notice signs of inflammation in the breast (redness, swelling, tenderness, heat, a lump), please phone us on 0448 360 628. If the phone isn’t answered, please leave a voice message and I will give you a call back as soon as possible.

If you experience onset of symptoms on a weekend or public holiday, please still give me a call - mastitis won’t wait until Monday!

Same day in person treatment with therapeutic ultrasound is highly prioritised (home visits can often be negotiated). However, as a sole clinician, there may be times when I’m away or unable to see you in person. If this is the case, phone advice for home management will be given and I’ll refer you to another clinician who may be able to treat you same day.

If you are experiencing fever and chills, please speak with your GP.

For difficulties with breastfeeding, you can contact the Australian Breastfeeding Associations free 24/7 helpline on 1800 686 268, seek help from the midwives at CAFHS or see a lactation consultant.

Fees are dependent on time taken for assessment and treatment (this often depends on the size of the area affected as well as whether one or both breasts are inflammed).
Initial Mastitis Appointments: $115 - $165
Follow up Mastitis Appointments: $95 - $165
Home visits incur an additional fee, dependent on location within the Barossa or Northern Suburbs.
You can expect a thorough history to be taken regarding your breastfeeding journey so far, as well as the symptoms you are currently experiencing. It is key for us to understand what the key driver in your inflammatory breast condition so that we can support you to avoid repeated episodes!
If deemed appropriate, therapeutic ultrasound will be used on the affected area, administrating micro vibrations and gentle heat which reduces swelling and inflammation. Your physiotherapist will also provide you with education around self management techniques, particularly the use of cold therapy and lymphatic drainage to aide in recovery.
What is an IBCLC?
An IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) is a highly trained health professional who specialises in breastfeeding and infant feeding support.
IBCLCs undertake extensive postgraduate study, thousands of supervised clinical hours, and rigorous international examinations.
Seeking the help of an IBCLC to troubleshoot feeding problems can be highly valuable.
We are lucky to have the following IBCLC’s servicing the area:
Tarnya from KindMilk
Lucy from Lucy the Midwife
Nicole and Sam from Haven Pregnancy & Lactation