As a lactation consultant, I provide personalized breastfeeding and infant feeding support for families in the postpartum season. That includes:

• Painful latch or nipple damage

• Milk supply concerns (low or oversupply)

• Tongue tie and oral function assessments

• Pumping and flange fitting

• Bottle feeding support

• Slow weight gain

• Mastitis, clogged ducts, and engorgement

• Weaning guidance

• Returning to work planning

My role is to help you feel confident, informed, and supported — not overwhelmed.

As a preventative service to confirm things are going well or anytime something feels off.

You do not need to wait until things feel severe. Early breastfeeding support can prevent bigger challenges later. I see families:

• During pregnancy (prenatal breastfeeding prep)

• In the first days or weeks postpartum

• Months into their feeding journey

• During transitions like returning to work or starting solids

It’s never “too early” or “too late” to get support.

Every visit is individualized, but most appointments include:

• A full health and feeding history

• Infant oral assessment (including tongue tie screening)

• Observed feeding at breast and/or bottle

• Latch and positioning support

• Pump setup and flange fitting if needed

• A clear, written care plan

My goal is not just to “fix” a latch — it’s to support the whole dyad (mom and baby) and help you feel calm and capable.

Yes. I am IBCLC Masterclass trained provide functional oral assessments and work closely with trusted local providers when a frenotomy is indicated.

Support doesn’t stop at diagnosis — I guide families through:

• Pre-procedure preparation

• Post-frenotomy feeding support

• Oral exercises when appropriate

• Milk supply protection

Comprehensive care leads to better outcomes.

Great news— I am in network with many commercial insurance plans! Many of my patients receive care with no out of pocket costs or a $5-40 copay however, coverage varies by plan.

Commonly approved carriers include:

• Medica

• Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)

• Cigna

• United Healthcare

• Aetna

• VA

It is never too late. Whether your baby is 3 days old or 10 months old, support can make a meaningful difference.

I offer one free virtual visit per week and host two free support groups per month. Never let cost be your barrier. Please reach out if this is a concern.

This is one of the most common concerns for new moms. We look at:

• Diaper output

• Weight gain trends

• Feeding behavior

• Rhythmic swallowing during feeds

• Overall baby contentment

If you’re constantly wondering or feeling unsure, that’s reason enough to reach out.

While some tenderness on initial latch can be normal in the early days, true ongoing pain is not something you just have to “push through.” Pain often signals latch issues, oral restrictions, positioning challenges, or supply imbalance — all things we can address together.

Clicking can indicate loss of suction at the breast or bottle. It may be related to latch depth, oral function, tongue tie, milk flow or a variety of other reasons. It is often accompanied by signs that baby is receiving excess air like spit up, fussiness, restlessness, etc. An evaluation helps determine what’s happening and how to improve feeding efficiency.

Gentle steps that help:

• Continue feeding or pumping on your baby’s normal schedule

• Prioritize a deep, comfortable latch

• Use cold compresses after feeds

• Wear non-restrictive bras/clothing

• Consider ibuprofen an anti-inflammatory to reduce inflammation in the duct

• Lymphatic Massage for breast engorgement (watch Youtube video).

What doesn’t help:

• Aggressive massage

• Deep tissue tools

• Over-pumping

• Trying to “empty” the breast completely

Too much stimulation can actually increase inflammation.

If you are receiving clogs frequently or a tender area isn’t improving within 24–48 hours, support can make a big difference. Please reach out.