LACTATION SERVICES RHODE ISLAND
Providing insurance covered,
in-home lactation care throughout Rhode Island.
To Schedule A Lactation Consultation
Step 1: Check Your Insurance Coverage
Use this link to submit your insurance information. Coverage will be verified, usually within 24 hours.
Lactation Consultant
Diane DiTomasso PhD, RN, IBCLC
I am a lactation consultant, registered nurse, and educator with 30+ years of experience caring for mothers and babies. I am passionate about helping new mothers in their breastfeeding journeys and strive to deliver knowledgeable, kind, and supportive lactation care.
Lactation Home Visits Areas Served:
Providence County, RI
Kent County, RI
Washington County, RI
Newport County, RI
Bristol County, RI
Insurance Covered Lactation Care
The following insurance plans are accepted:
- Most Blue Cross PPO
- Most Blue Shield PPO
- Anthem PPO
- Most PNOA plans (like Aetna or United Health Care)
- VA-CCN plans.
- This list is continually being updated - if you have a different plan you may still be covered.
Lactation Services
In Person Lactation Consultations
A lactation consultation consists of a health history, assessment of the baby’s suck, and observation of breastfeeding. I evaluate the amount of milk the baby gets in a feeding by doing a weight check before and after breastfeeding. I will answer your questions and provide tools and tips to help you meet your breastfeeding goals. Initial consultations take about 60-90 minutes. Follow up consultations are usually 45-60 minutes.
Telehealth Lactation Visits
At times, virtual visits can be a good option for ongoing lactation care and/or support. Most virtual visits will take 30-45 minutes.
Prenatal Lactation Visits
Prenatal lactation consultations are also available for parents seeking breastfeeding education prior to baby's arrival. This education is individualized based on your learning needs.
Safety Precautions
I have been fully vaccinated and receive all flu and Covid 19 boosters when available.
Earned Professional Awards
2020 Suzanne Feetham Nurse Scientist Family Research Award
2019 Best Research Article with a Practice Focus in the Journal of Human Lactation
2020 Best of the Journal of Gynecologic & Neonatal Nursing
Awarded to Diane DiTomasso by the Eastern Nursing Research Society
2020 Best of the Journal of Gynecologic & Neonatal Nursing
2019 Best Research Article with a Practice Focus in the Journal of Human Lactation
2020 Best of the Journal of Gynecologic & Neonatal Nursing
Awarded to Diane DiTomasso by the Association of Women's Health and Neonatal Nursing
2019 Best Research Article with a Practice Focus in the Journal of Human Lactation
2019 Best Research Article with a Practice Focus in the Journal of Human Lactation
2019 Best Research Article with a Practice Focus in the Journal of Human Lactation
Awarded to Diane DiTomasso by the International Lactation Consultant
Association