I have been in practice as a Lactation Consultant for well-over 10 years, serving hundreds of families. It has been an honor to be invited into the mother’s and family’s lives to help them with breastfeeding their little one. Truly, it is a precious time for families!

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I first discovered lactation consulting—and the beautiful, innate connection between mother and baby—when I was working in research, evaluating a breastfeeding initiative. I was in awe of the built-in reflexes of a baby and the connection with mother’s body, which make it possible for a baby to breastfeed on his own without any teaching! At that point I knew I had found the perfect career for me, melding my love for nutrition, the human body, and deep, personal relationships

 

​​My approach to breastfeeding is holistic,  considering the mother-baby dyad, structure, function and overall health. I also bring specialized training and 7 years of experience in the area of oral habilitation of the infant, assessing and supporting proper oral function. I will work with you to figure out what is going on, why you are having difficulty with breastfeeding (or lactation), and will work with you to come up with a plan to address those issues. .

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I continue to grow in my understanding of holistic living, informing my personal life and my care as an IBCLC. As a former researcher, I also enjoy keeping up with recent studies on breastfeeding, breastmilk, and child development whenever I can, bridging science and holistic care in my support for families.

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BONUS: I am a mother as well, personally, with over 3 years of experience breastfeeding!

 

If you are passionate about breastfeeding your little one and would like to support their long-term health, then you have come to the right place.  I believe hearing each mom’s story, is one of the most powerful tools we have!