Nurturing New Beginnings
Mindful Feeding, Happy Babies: Holistic Lactation Support
Stress-free Holistic Lactation Support
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stressed about your breastfeeding journey? Have you encountered any pumping challenges or issues with milk supply? Do you have questions about transitioning from breastfeeding to bottle feeding or vice versa? Do you have any concerns about your baby's overall health and development related to breastfeeding?
If you answered yes to any of those questions, I’ve got you covered! As an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), I have the expertise to help and support you throughout this journey. Say goodbye to guilt and judgement – my approach is holistic, considering not only the physical aspects of breastfeeding but also the overall well-being of both the mother and the baby. Together, we can create a nurturing space where you feel empowered and confident in your ability to nourish your baby. Let's embark on this path together, free from unnecessary stress and filled with the assurance that you're not alone.
As an RN for over 20 years and a now lactation consultant, my passion has always been helping parents and babies get off to the best start on their breastfeeding journey. I provide in-home & virtual lactation consultations, comprehensive feeding assessments, and prenatal care services in the Greater Boston area. In addition to being an IBCLC, I am trained in craniosacral therapy (CST) and provide body work and rhythmic movement for infants in my home office in Hopkinton, MA.
Having witnessed and supported countless lactation journeys, I bring a wealth of hands-on experience and empathy to every consultation. My mission is to empower mothers and guide infants towards healthier feeding habits, drawing upon my extensive background in maternal-child health to provide comprehensive, compassionate and holistic lactation support.
Nice to meet you!
Hi, I’m Melanie!
How I Can Help
Whether you are a first-time mother or an experienced mother needing support with a new baby (babies), we can start with a prenatal consult to help you maximize your breastfeeding success, or we can meet any time after you’ve welcomed your little one. Choose the venue that fits your needs best – in-home, virtual, or a clinic visit in my home office in Hopkinton, MA .
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IN-HOME & VIRTUAL CONSULTATIONS
In-home consults are available to parents and babies in towns within a 30 mile radius in the Boston Metrowest area.
Virtual consults are available via HIPAA-compliant videoconferencing and are a great option for parents who are either outside of my in-home consult area or would be more comfortable with a virtual meeting.
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CLINIC VISIT: HOME OFFICE IN HOPKINTON, MA
I also offer clinic visits in my home office in Hopkinton, MA for parents and babies who require specialized therapy like Infant Bodywork which utilizes techinques such as Cranial Sacral Therapy, massage or rhythmic movements.
“Breastfeeding is an instinctual and natural act, but it is also an art that is learned day by day."
- La Leche League International
Benefits of working with me
✓ Concierge level care in your home and follow ups via text, email, and scheduled phone calls
✓ Hands On Care with step-by-step hands-on latch & positioning training for a feeding from start to finish
✓ Early Intervention to identify and address potential breastfeeding issues early on
✓ Support for Complex Cases like infants with special needs, prematurity, or health challenges.
✓ Emotional Support by supporting and understanding the emotional aspects of breastfeeding, and providing encouragement to mothers throughout their journey
