I am eternally grateful to Diane for helping me transition from full-time pumping & bottle-feeding to full-time breastfeeding!

I found Diane when my preemie was about 6 weeks old. By that time, I was desperate for relief! I was exhausted by an unsustainable pumping goal of 8–10x/day, felt like a failure for not being able to meet it, and stressed about my supply dropping when I missed a session. I was longing to breastfeed, to feel that special bond with my baby. I was suffering from wrist and neck pain from poor posture and mechanics when holding my baby. And, I was overwhelmed by all the medical costs that accompany a new baby.

The home visits were the key to my success. Diane assessed and adjusted my breastfeeding technique using my own furniture and pillows. She encouraged my husband to stay in the room and take private photos for my reference in case my "Mom Brain" forgot everything. She gave him tips on how to help me self-correct, and taught him ways to form his own bond with baby since I would be taking over most of the feedings. She also evaluated baby's latch by watching and listening to him nurse, and feeling inside his mouth.

Diane was kind and gentle in answering all the questions I had as a clueless and unprepared first time mom. She helped me craft a realistic pumping schedule that would maintain my supply AND my sanity. She created a plan to transition us from bottles to breastfeeding, and adapted it as progress was made. Moreover, she was extremely patient in giving me information so that the visits were completely covered by my insurance company.

Thank you, Diane!
— Mary