Bio

My journey to breastfeeding support work began more than 11 years ago with the birth of my eldest child. At the time, I was blessed with an amazingly supportive community of both lay and professional breastfeeding counseling. Those experiences ignited a passion in me to give back just a little bit of what I had received.

In 2013 I began my studies at Union Institute and University with a major in Maternal and Child Health: Human Lactation. I graduated in 2015 as an Advanced Lactation Consultant (ALC), and sat for the IBCLC exam in April of 2016. I went on to pursue a master's certificate in Health Education and Promotion. I am certified in basic life support as well as infant and adult CPR.
I am the mother of four beautiful breastfed children and stepmother to one almost grown stepdaughter. I live with my husband, children, four cats and faithful old dog in Bennington, VT.

I am available for home visits both prenatally and postpartum. Same or next day appointments are usually available. I love to help families with newborns, infants, toddlers, and from the early stages of breastfeeding through introducing solids and weaning. I am passionate about making sure you meet your breastfeeding goals.

Breastfeeding is a family affair, and as such I highly encourage father, partner, or a support person to be present at the consultation if possible. An initial consult typically lasts between 1 1/2-2 hours. During this time I will obtain a thorough medical history of mom and baby and will observe a complete feeding. Questions and concerns will be addressed during the consultation. We will then work together to create a care plan based on baby and mother's needs and schedule follow-up visits as needed.

I am an in-network provider with Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Vermont. If you are enrolled with their Better Beginnings Program you should be able to receive at least three home visits from an IBCLC at no out of pocket cost to you. If you have questions about your coverage, please contact them before our first visit.

​*It is my firm conviction that all families deserve quality lactation care and support regardless of ability to pay. Please do not let the cost of my services keep you from reaching out! Let's chat. Most times we will be able to work something out.*

Location

747 Silk Rd. Bennington Vermont 5201

Languages

English

Insurance

Yes

Home visits

Yes