I have been a childcare provider since 2002. My experience includes caring for newborns, multiples, special needs and children of various ages. Being an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, I have extensive knowledge and expertise with breastfeeding, sleep and feeding schedules. With a Bachelor’s degree from Northeastern University in Human Services and a concentration in Family and Children’s Services, I am able to gently guide and support new parents as they transition home with their newborn. My approach promotes healthy newborn sleep routines and enables families to create a schedule that best meets their needs while also feeling reassured with the love and care their newborn is receiving.

I have an active role in my community through volunteering within the maternal and child health sector. I help provide guidance to families regarding their newborn’s needs and I mentor peers who have interests in maternal and child health. Currently, I peer counsel at the Vital Village Network, a network of residents and organizations committed to maximizing child, family and community well- being. I am the Treasurer of the Massachusetts Lactation Consultant Association, an active member of the Boston Breastfeeding Coalition, MA Breastfeeding Coalition and DONA International, the world’s largest and most respected doula organization.

Charlene’s website: www.charlenefraser.com

Email Charlene: fraser.charlenec@gmail.com

Call Charlene: (617) 657-1505

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Baystate Medical Center supports families throughout the lactation journey. Our lactation staff can assist you before delivery with prenatal outpatient services and breastfeeding education. While in the hospital you will receive an in-room postpartum visit by our lactation staff, and support for you and your baby while in the special care nursery or children's hospital. After discharge we provide face-to-face or virtual outpatient lactation consultation services with an IBCLC at Wesson Women's hospital, postnatal feeding classes, and virtual support groups. Our lactation advice line is available for questions 7 days a week.

Kimberly’s website: www.baystatehealth.org/services/obgyn/support/breastfeeding

Email Kimberly: kimberly.congden@baystatehealth.org

Call Kimberly: 413-794-0256

Office location: Baystate Medical Center, Wesson Women's, 759 Chestnut St., Springfield, MA 01199

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All insurances accepted.

Lindsey and her colleague, Megan, offer in home and virtual lactation consultations across Massachusetts. We strive to offer comprehensive, holistic, empowering care for the duration of our families' breastfeeding journeys.

Lindsey’s website: www.thedairyfairylactationma.com

Email Lindsey: lindsey.c@dairyfairylactationma.com

Call Lindsey: 857-323-1203

Mailing address: P.O. Box 931 Granby, MA 01033-9708

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Email Moryn: morynmendoza@gmail.com

Call Moryn: 413-306-7150

Mailing address: P.O. Box 931 Granby, MA 01033-9708

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Free with WIC eligibility

Marsha Walker provides education and consultation to health care providers as well as speaker and writing services. She is the author of the textbook, "Breastfeeding Management for the Clinician: Using the Evidence, 5th edition." Marsha is the Vice President of the National Lactation Consultant Alliance and as such advocates for the IBCLC at the state and federal levels.

Email Marsha: marshalact@gmail.com

Office Location: 254 Conant Rd Weston, MA 02493

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For many new parents breastfeeding may feel overwhelming and isolating. As an experienced IBCLC I understand the challenges of breastfeeding in a modern world. I am able to offer solutions, compassion, care, education and accurate information backed up with reliable resources that will allow you to move forward on your journey of breastfeeding with confidence and ease. Home Visits available. Prenatal education available. Please contact me so we can begin designing a care plan that works for you and your little one.

Teresa’s website: www.peacefulbirthandbeyond.com

Email Teresa: peacefulbirthandbeyond@gmail.com

Call Teresa: 978.833.8240

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Lo Nigrosh(she/her) is a mom of 2, an IBCLC, a childbirth educator and a doula who has been helping families feed their babies in the ways that feel best for them for years. She came to this work through her own intense struggle to feed her first child in 2013, and knew immediately that this would be her life's work. When you work with Lo, you will combine your expertise of your family's needs, your own body, and what you've learned about your baby in the days, weeks and months that you've been getting to know one another with her expertise of hormones, milk supply, and physiology of the human body to come up with a feeding plan that will bring more ease and less anxiety to feeding your baby. Lo is also the host of the podcast The Milk Making Minutes which explores baby feeding struggles and triumphs through the lens of systemic and cultural barriers.

I offer a support group periodically at the Athol Public Library in coordination with the baby and toddler story hour. I also host a podcast called The Milk Making Minutes which explores breastfeeding struggles and triumphs through the lens of systemic barriers and I have an online community on Facebook called The Milk Making Minutes which discusses similar themes.

Lo’s Website: https://www.quabbinbirthservices.com/

Email Lo: lo@quabbinbirthservices.com

Call Lo: (413) 230-7516

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I have dedicated the better part of the last decade to supporting new families in their breastfeeding journeys in both clinical and home environments. Nursing is a natural process, however, it does not always come easily. I am here to help you overcome obstacles and accomplish your breastfeeding/chest-feeding goals. My objective is to help you adjust to life with your new addition in a way that is compassionate, evidence-based, that works best for your family.

Molly’s Website: https://www.milkandhoneyibclc.com

Email Molly: Molly@MilkandHoneyIBCLC.com

Call Molly: 413 200-2261

Location: Amherst, MA

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Gabrielle Hathaway has been counseling breastfeeding mothers since 2000. She can provide in-home counseling, support, and classes to help you reach your breastfeeding goals. Gabrielle is an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) and holds an M.S. in Health Communication as well as additional certification in Perinatal Mental Health. Gabrielle specializes in preterm and/or fragile infants and the unique challenge they may bring to breastfeeding.

Gabrielle’s Website: https://www.hathawaylactation.com/

Email Gabrielle: ghathawaylactation@gmail.com

Call Gabrielle: 508 237-8786

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