Is a Lactation Counselor (CLC) different from a Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)?

Yes! My scope of practice as a CLC is not as broad as an IBCLC’s, so I consider my services a great first step if you’re having some breastfeeding or feeding issues with your baby! My RN license also gives me another level of assessment that is invaluable to the services I provide! If needed, I have additional resources to refer you to.

How early is too early for a lactation visit?

It’s never too early to get some help and education on board! I offer a prenatal visit if you want to get some answers to your questions or concerns before baby comes, otherwise I could come as soon as day 1 to offer you another set of eyes and hands to help make this as successful a journey as possible!

I’ve been giving my baby bottles but now I want to try breastfeeding again, is it too late?

Not at all! It’s never too late to introduce breastfeeding, even if it’s been months! If this is your goal, then let’s work together to make a plan to help you get there.

Do you accept insurance?

I’m currently working on getting in network with several insurance providers, but for now, I offer self-pay options and provide my clients with a superbill to submit to their insurance for reimbursement for my lactation services!

Do you offer virtual visits?

Yes! I’m happy to schedule a virtual visit with you through video or over the phone!

How far do you travel for home visits?

I will go up to a 30-mile radius from NE Colorado Springs without charging a travel fee. Beyond that range, I charge $10/10-mile segment. If you’d rather skip the travel fee (or if you live out of state) consider scheduling a virtual visit with me!

What interested you in pursuing a career in lactation?

As a Registered Nurse, I worked on a cardiac step down unit (read: absolutely nowhere close to birth or breastfeeding). After getting pregnant and giving birth to our first son in 2018, I fell in love with how amazing our bodies were created to be to help create and nourish life! Also seeing so many of my friends and family struggle with breastfeeding and have less-than-ideal experiences, I had a desire to help in a tangible way.

Would you consider yourself a crunchy pro-breastfeeder?

I like to consider myself “scrunchy.” I obviously believe breastfeeding and breastmilk have SO many amazing benefits, and in an ideal world I think everyone should at least have the opportunity to try breastfeeding! But, we don’t live in an ideal world! I know everyone’s goals and beliefs can be different, so I always encourage my clients to find what THEY want for THEIR baby, and then work to reach those goals! I’m here to help however I can. =]

Do you have personal breastfeeding experience?

Yes! I breastfed both my boys until they self weaned, each around one year old. I also relactated in order to breastfeed our adopted baby daughter in 2023! I am grateful to say I had overall wonderful breastfeeding experiences, although not without any troubles (clogged ducts, low weight gain, and sooooo many questions and concerns I learned to address along the way!)