April 2015
I sought help for my second child who was 8 weeks old and had been chewing on my nipples causing chafing and cracking. I consulted my local ABA support person but she said she couldn't see an issue with the way I was feeding so I asked if she thought it may have been beneficial to seek assistance from a lactation consultant. So I found Debbie on the Internet. I was emotionally at breaking point and was close to giving up breast feeding due to pain and discomfort. Debbie travelled 2 hrs to meet with my bub 2 days after I called to make an appointment. She was so helpful and supportive. Although my son's issue was a tongue tie which she helped to identify, she also helped with positioning to relieve pain. She provided me with great information which was extensive and certain things I have not read before. It was great to feel supported and gave me great sense of strength to continue and sort out the tongue tie. My boy is now 5 months old and breast feeding is an absolute dream. I have used the techniques that Debbie has shown me and in the information also to help make my breast feeding journey comfortable and pleasant. Thank you Debbie.
Larissa
Coonabarabran NSW
April 2015
When I had my third baby I thought breastfeeding would be a breeze (it was ok with the first two). However even after 8weeks I was still having trouble with attachment. I had accessed phone services etc but just needed a little extra help. Being remote was difficult but Debra made that a whole lot easier by allowing me into her home for my appointment.
After one visit, a few little hints and tips my baby and I had breastfeeding all under control. My baby is now 9months and loving the boob! Debra was gentle and patient with her approach and seemed to make it all seem much easier!
Nicole
Nyngan NSW
February 2016
I sought help from Debbie after feeding wasn't going great with my 4th baby, I was impressed from start to finish. Debbie came to my home & was here for around 3hours, her follow up was wonderful and I felt confident I could contact her at any time. She constantly checked on me & was great sending extra information when needed. I’m still happily feeding my almost 10month old & wouldn't hesitate to recommend Debbie to any mum needing help, support or extra guidance in their breastfeeding journey.
Rachael
Geurie NSW
July 2016
Being a new mum I thought it was 'normal' to have issues breastfeeding. After struggling for weeks, it was suggested by experienced midwives that I seek the help of Debbie from the Dubbo Breastfeeding and Parenting Support organisation. I did this as a 'last resort' and in hindsight, it should have been my 'first resort'! Debbie was able to pick up that my son had a hidden tongue tie and that this may be affecting his ability to breastfeed. Debbie was able to give me some great strategies to use when breastfeeding that made it much more bearable. She was also able to recommend us to a doctor who assessed (and ultimately snipped) my son's tongue tie. As a result, I have a new baby. A baby who settles, feeds and now enjoys life. If it wasn't for Debbie, I would have given up on breastfeeding and would still be wondering why my son is so unsettled. Debbie has changed our lives! I would recommend anyone visit and spend some time with Debbie - it may just make all the difference!!!
Taryn
Warren NSW
June 2017
Met with Debbie for breastfeeding assistance. Wonderful lady. Great support, highly recommend!
Stacey
Dubbo NSW
December 2017
Debbie is extremely knowledgeable in her field, we have had numerous challenges during our breastfeeding journey & I have no doubt that without Debbie's assistance our breastfeeding journey would have ended. I cannot recommend her enough!
Kristi
Dubbo NSW
April 2018
Debbie is amazing!! I was struggling to get bub to latch in the first few days after seeing Deb I felt confident in what I was doing and have never looked back. Highly highly recommend for all new mummas to have a consult.
Jessica
Dubbo NSW
August 2018
I can 100% recommend Debbie Dixon who travels from Dubbo if you’re having any feeding issues at all. She was the only one after 6 weeks of backwards and forwards to drs, clinic and paeds who diagnosed my baby with a posterior tongue tie. She provided ongoing support through building my supply back up, providing information for reputable tongue tie clinics to have the tie corrected.
I also hired a hospital grade pump from her (Spectra brand) and I spent a month or so just feeding and pumping constantly (I also took Motillium) but after about 5-6 weeks we were back on track with no pumping or Motillium and at 10 months we are still breast feeding.
In large part it's thanks to Debbie that I have been able to continue feeding nearly 8 months on. Thanks again Debbie.
Sarah
Mudgee NSW
April 2024
Highly recommend Debbie. Great explanations and resources. She helped immensely with low supply and attachment. Identified my baby’s tongue tie and provided contact information and resources for a tongue tie release. Debbie is lovely and approachable. Easily contactable as well.
Sophie
Central West NSW
October 2024
Debbie was amazing in providing us with breast feeding information, resources and support both before and after our baby’s arrival. This took the stress out of those initial feeds because we already had information to support us as well as she was only a text or call away as we needed. We would highly recommend Debbie.
Josie
Tomingley NSW
October 2024
I reached out to Debbie after struggling to breastfeed without pain. It was great that she could come to the house for a couple hours, helping me with feeding positions, proper latching and gave me lots of information to help as a first time mum. She also shared lots of documents afterwards for me to refer to if I needed.
I felt much more confident with breastfeeding afterwards and within days my pain was gone. Feed time is now so much more enjoyable for both of us, and my baby feeds much more efficiently too giving us more time for connecting and play afterwards!
Laura
Dubbo NSW
October 2024
Breastfeeding was something I wanted to experience when I had children, and in 2018 once I was pregnant, I started to become nervous about what to expect. After chatting with Debbie, I got a better understanding of what to expect, giving me some confidence without the stress of having bub already here. I found it so beneficial to ease any concerns before delivery making the transition to feeding that much smoother. When I had my 2nd bub in 2020 it was during the COVID pandemic, I was struggling to get a proper latch, I reached out to Debbie again and we consulted over the phone along with emails of information. And this year 2024 Debbie also helped again with my 3rd bub as I was following all her advice but struggling with feeding positions, she came around and showed me other feeding positions. I have successfully breastfed all 3 of my babies for 12 months with Debbie's guidance and I'm incredibly grateful.
Katie
Dubbo NSW