Gratitude & Grace Lactation
Compassionate virtual breastfeeding support to meet you right where you are…
Lactation Services
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Prenatal Education and Prep
Self-paced programs or individual consultation with personalized plan of care perfectly curated to meet your needs. Provides families with realistic expectations and a wealth of knowledge to equip you to get things going in the right direction.
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Postpartum Consultation
One on one consultation after baby arrives to address all of your questions and concerns including assessment of positioning and latch, breast or nipple pain, pumping and flange sizing, low milk production, hyperlactation, oral ties, reflux and other feeding difficulties.
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Follow-Up Consults
Perfect for established families for in-depth discussion of follow up questions, those preparing to return to work or school, review feeding patten changes, pumping schedules, sleep patterns, nursing strike, discuss starting solids, how to wean and other concerns.
Hi! I’m Krista, IBCLC
I’m so glad you’re here! It is with humble gratitude that I walk alongside families in their breastfeeding journey. My heart is to extend grace, provide encouragement and support families to feel successful throughout this season of their life.
“Krista was more than a lactation consultant, she became part of our village. I was a nervous wreck being a first time mom, especially in the middle of the formula shortage of 2022. Krista worked with me before I gave birth, was available and eager to help in the early days and weeks postpartum, was my vessel for finding support with other nursing mothers, and still supports us through our journey even 2.5 years later (yes, she was so great that I am still nursing my toddler!) She loves me and my baby like her own. She was always a calming voice and reassuring when I was in panic. She came packed with ideas when I was ready to give up. She encouraged me to always do what felt right to me and my baby, and I never felt pressured to continue my journey or judged for my thoughts and feelings. Krista truly walks with you on your journey and doesn’t try to define the path that’s best for you and your baby. I can’t say enough about the support and encouragement that Krista has been to me and my family and would highly recommend her to anyone.”
— Abbie
Client Testimonials
“Although Cullen was my second baby, I had not nursed my first. Krista was so helpful in the first few months of nursing and I believe she is the reason I was 100% successful and did not give up. She was able to help us with latching and different positions to help with feedings. We struggled with using a bottle and only wanting the breast and she was able to help us find ways to get Cullen to eat while I was at work. She was very professional, kind and patient with both of us during the process. We saw her a hand full of times during the learning process. She even uploaded helpful brochures to my patient portal and would follow up periodically to make sure we were successful! We are so grateful for her and our success at 16 months of breastfeeding!”
— Peyton
"I can’t say enough wonderful things about Krista! From the moment I reached out, she was incredibly supportive, knowledgeable, and patient. She truly took the time to understand my challenges and helped me feel confident in my breastfeeding journey. Her guidance was practical, clear, and delivered with so much compassion. Thank you for all your help!"
— Kayla
“Krista was an invaluable source of knowledge, support, and encouragement in my breastfeeding journey. Her prenatal counseling provided me with a strong foundation and clear understanding of what to expect. I had a relatively uneventful breastfeeding journey, but in those early weeks, even the smallest concerns felt emotional and overwhelming. Krista reminded me to take things one day at a time and trust myself. Her encouragement and reassurance were exactly what I needed to feel empowered rather than discouraged. Krista was able to explain things in a way that made them easy to understand and implement in real life. No question was too small, and her patience and kindness made such a difference in my experience as a new mom. She played a key role in helping me achieve my personal breastfeeding goals.”