Need Breastfeeding Support?
Rene Sandeman is a lactation consultant (IBCLC) and midwife in Cranbourne, Melbourne. Providing breastfeeding support, breast pump hire, low level laser therapy and more.
Finding Breastfeeding Challenging?
Are you struggling with:
As a lactation consultant based in South East Melbourne, these are some of the most common reasons I’m called to help support new mothers. The great news is… these challenging issues can often be resolved, and very quickly. You don’t need to do it alone.
I offer a range of services and solutions to help you with all your breastfeeding challenges, from consultations, care plans, education, low level laser therapy, parenting support and Qiara probiotics.
Got Private Health Insurance?
Rene Sandeman is registered with BUPA and Medibank, and you may also be able to claim with other private health insurers. Please check your cover to assess whether you are able to make a claim.


What Rene’s Clients Say
Below are some testimonials from Rene’s clients. You can find more reviews and testimonials on Google and on Rene’s Facebook page.
Qiara Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Probiotics

I’m a stockist of Qiara Pregnancy & Breastfeeding probiotics. You can purchase boxes of 7 days supply for urgent cases of breast pain and mastitis. If you’d like to improve gut health for yourself or your baby, or if your baby is experiencing issues with reflux or colic/wind, Qiara Pregnancy & Breastfeeding probiotics can help. $70 for one month’s supply. Contact me to order.
Latest Blog Posts
Read Rene’s latest articles and blog posts. You can find more educational articles and posts on the articles page.

Breastfeeding Checklist
Breastfeeding can be an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling experience for both mothers and babies, but it can also be challenging and overwhelming at the beginning. Having a breastfeeding checklist before your baby is born can give you a great head…

Reverse Pressure Softening
Breastfeeding is a natural process between a mother and her baby that provides essential nutrients and bonding opportunities for them both. It can however come with some challenges! In the first few days of breastfeeding, when the breasts start filling…

Antenatal Expressing: Getting a Great Head Start
Antenatal expressing, when done safely and with guidance from the health professionals looking after you, can give you that little headstart that you may need if challenges arise for you or your baby.
Most Breastfeeding Issues Can Be Resolved Quickly
Breastfeeding doesn’t need to be stressful – don’t wait for breastfeeding problems to spiral out of control. Book a consult and start getting your breastfeeding relationship back on track – or make an informed decision on what to do next.