Get the feeding support you and your baby deserve
Breastfeeding is a biologically natural way to feed our babies, but that doesn’t mean it comes easily or without bumps along the way. Breastfeeding is a learned skill - for both you and your baby.
Pain, tears, frustration, and isolation are common amongst those new to breastfeeding (and sometimes even the experienced) who don’t receive help. I’m here to give you the support you deserve and get you back on track to those sweet moments nourishing your little one!
“My husband and I just recently had our baby boy. Nursing was such a struggle for me, I couldn’t get baby to latch properly, my milk supply was taking a long time to come in, and I didn’t know how to use any of my pumping supplies.
Takara was honestly my saving grace for that first month postpartum. Being able to have her come over for lactation consultations, in the comfort of our own home, removed all the stress of having to drive to an appointment while being newly postpartum.
TaKara worked one on one with me and baby, helping us learn comfortable nursing positions and how to train baby to latch properly so I wasn’t in pain when breastfeeding. I also had no clue how to use my breast pump and had the completely wrong flange sizes. TaKara helped me get sized properly and how to use my specific pump so I felt confident on when and how to pump effortlessly.
Not only was Takara a help with the practicals of nursing, she was genuinely kind and cared deeply about what she does and how to best help me and baby during this new and oftentimes difficult season.
What a well of knowledge and relief we got from working with Takara!”
— S. J.Why work with me?
I am credentialed by the Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice as a Certified Lactation Counselor. As stated on the ALPP website, “CLCs are clinical lactation care providers dedicated to the promotion, protection, and support of breastfeeding and human lactation in their work to prevent and solve breastfeeding problems. They understand that breastfeeding works best when it is the cultural norm and when the provider of lactation support and services is culturally competent.”
It is my belief that the parent knows what’s best for their family dynamic. My role is to assess any potential pitfalls and suggest possible solutions, all while following the lead of the parent. Each dyad is unique, which is why I counsel with fresh and individualized care. I care deeply about the breastfeeding relationship you and your baby have and respect your choices regarding what is best for you. My care for you comes from a place of understanding, patience, genuine care, and is judgement free.
Additionally, I have personal experience as a mom of four who has nursed all of her children - and is still doing so with the youngest! My breastfeeding journies are not the same as yours, but it does help me relate and offer more compassion during those moments when it feels like things will never improve. With a listening ear and guidance from me, I believe I can help you get over those hurdles and back on track to a more peaceful breastfeeding journey.
Common reasons help may be needed
Poor weight gain
Latch issues
Increasing supply
Decreasing supply
Tandem nursing
Tongue tie
Supplemental Nursing System
Milk supply concerns
Nipple or breast pain
Pumping and storing milk
Weaning (breast, nipple shield, or pump)
Feeding “constantly” or “for a long time”
The best place for moms to receive support is in the comfort of their own homes – that’s why we come to you for all lactation support. We are right beside you in your bedroom, the nursery, or your living room to assist you as you reach your feeding goals. Mileage fee of $1.50 per mile will be added for anything over 15 miles from my location. Please contact me to see if this applies to you.
Lactation Support Services
In-home Consult
This initial visit consists of a comprehensive exam to address your concerns. The visit may include: completing a health risk assesment of you and baby, visual exam of mother and baby’s anatomy, observation of a feeding, offer a weighted feed, assist with bottle feeding or use of pump, and creating an actionable plan together. I also provide resources and referrals as needed.
I follow-up with you to see how things are improving, and you also have access to me via text or call!
This consult is approximately 60-90 minutes
Fee: $120
*If help is emergent, please contant me to be seen quickly*
Prenatal Education
This visit is designed to educate you on the dynamics of breastfeeding in the comfort of your home. You will learn how breastmilk is made and maintained, the benefits of breastfeeding for both you and baby, colostrum collection, the breast crawl, and the benefits of skin-to-skin.
We review your health history. We offer partner education (including how to support you). We talk about breastfeeding positions, how to achieve an optimal latch, and when to seek help. Additionally, we can review pumps and proper handling and storage of milk.
This visit is approximately 60 minutes
Fee: $80
Back to Work Plan
For those who are returning to work! We will create a customized care plan for you and your baby to meet your feeding goals. We will review paced bottle feeding and what bottle is best for your baby. There will be education on proper breastmilk handling and storage.
We discuss how to keep up with your milk supply while pumping. We will go over pump basics: set up and flange fitting. Resources for your legal rights to breastfeeding and expressing milk at your workplace will be provided.
This visit is approximately 60 minutes
Fee: $80
Follow-Up Consult
Some issues with the breastfeeding dyad will need more than one session to fully improve or reslove; or a subsequent concern needs to be addressed . This follow-up consult is for those who have already seen me with an itital visit and need in-person follow-up care. In this visit, we assess together what has been working and what we may need to adjust.
I follow-up with you to see how things are improving, and you also have access to me via text or call!
This consult is approximately 60
Fee: $80
Bundle Option
Bundle visits and save!
This offer includes:
(1) Initial Consult
(2) 60-minute visits*
These visits do not expire and you can use them for more than one child! An example would be initial and follow-up with one child and another “follow-up” to wean another child.
*Follow-up Consult, Prenatal Education, & Back to Work Plan
Fee: $250 ($30 savings)
Peace of Mind Call
Not sure if what you’re experiencing is normal?
Feel like you need extra support?
This service is designed for parents who may be struggling with nursing or have questions about their newborn. In this call, we will talk about what is going on, what’s to be expected, and when to seek help. We agree on next steps, if necesarry. This option is ideal for new parents looking for reassurance, clarity, and guidance on whether additional lactation or newborn support would be helpful.
15 minute phone call
Fee: $25
The best place for moms to receive support is in the comfort of their own homes – that’s why we come to you for all lactation support. We are right beside you in your bedroom, the nursery, or your living room to assist you as you reach your feeding goals. Mileage fee of $1.50 per mile will be added for anything over 15 miles from my location. Please contact me to see if this applies to you.