Breastfeeding & Infant Nutrition

Lactation consultations can take place in the comfort of your home, on zoom or in my cozy office. I create a space where you can be yourself, express your concerns and be supported in a non-judgmental and compassionate way.

I’ll find out about your goals and any problems or concerns you are having.

I’ll gather some information including health/birth history, physical/anatomical assessments, and observations of your baby eating.

I’ll weigh your baby and sometimes give hands on help when needed.

I provide education, support and encouragement, and help your partner or support people learn how to help and support you.

Every mother and infant has their own unique feeding experience and there is no one right way. My role is to help you find the best way for you and your baby.

Each visit includes a written plan and a follow-up call with your health care provider if you would like.

I can also provide community resources and connections to help support you and the whole family.

Every mother has access to lactation care under the Affordable Care Act. Check with your insurance company to find out about how to access care through your plan.

Click here to see if I can bill your insurance company directly. If you choose to work with me and I am not contracted with your insurer, contact me to find out about other payment options including insurance reimbursement, Health Care Savings Accounts and sliding scale out of pocket.

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant - a member of the perinatal or maternal child health care team who can provide support and education for the infant feeding experience. The IBCLC works with the family to create and support a feeding plan and connects the family to additional resoruces.

All families deserve infant feeding support. Federal law mandates that all insurance companies provide coverage for lactation care. Any family who is interested in care should reach out to an IBCLC, their local hospital, WIC or their insurance company to find out how to to get lactation help.

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)

Registered Nurse (RN)

Perinatal Nurse for over 25 years

Served families in hospital, home, clinic, community, residential, and workplace settings

Prenatal preparation, newborn feeding, premature and medically complex infants, toddler/child feeding and weening

LGBTQAI+ supportive care.

Families with the experience of traumatic or difficult birth or feeding experiences including physical trauma, emotional trauma, history of trauma, NICU experiences, infant loss

Families affected by addiction and substance use disorder and care for infants affected by in utero substance exposure

I help advocate for and support breastfeeding for moms with, SUD , on MAT or with any history of substance use including positive screenings for THC.