Walk into postpartum feeling prepared instead of panicked.
Expert lactation care from pregnancy through postpartum, with a personalized plan and ongoing support from experienced lactation professionals.
Book your complimentary Prenatal Feeding Planning Call 👇🏼
We’re rebranding “traditional” lactation care into what moms actually need.
Comprehensive Lactation Care is designed for families who want an experienced lactation professional walking beside them from pregnancy through postpartum - not just teaching them before birth, but helping them navigate whatever comes next.
No, your OBGYN won’t tell you how to do it or support you through it, and you certainly won’t learn everything you need to know at the hospital or from the pediatrician. But you weren’t meant to go through this season alone, and you don’t just have to “figure it out” when you take your baby home.
Fed isn’t best. Breast isn’t best.
Educated, informed, and supported are the best ways to feed your baby.
Hi, I’m Kristen! I’m a board-certified lactation consultant, pediatric dietitian, and a fierce advocate for the people around me. I believe traditional healthcare is lacking in how we support moms in pregnancy and postpartum - but specifically lactation support. The type of care I wanted to provide to my clients - the comprehensive continuum of care that walked with them through the entire journey - just didn’t exist in the traditional medical model. After working with hundreds of families, I kept seeing the same thing. Parents were expected to figure out breastfeeding on their own after leaving the hospital. They deserved more than a single appointment or a rushed hospital class. I wanted to create the kind of support I wished every family had - an expert who meets them where they’re at walking beside them from pregnancy through postpartum. Enter The Lactation Mentor, where guidance empowers growth. We’re here to guide you through this wild, crazy time in your life - you’ve got this, and we’ve got you!
You’ve got this, and I’ve got you.
Hi 🙋🏼♀️ I’m Kristen!
Here’s how we get started
Every family is different, so instead of asking you to decide if this package feels right for you, we start with a complimentary 20-minute Prenatal Feeding Planning Call.
During this call we'll:
✔ Learn about your feeding goals
✔ Review previous breastfeeding experiences
✔ Talk through any concerns or risk factors
✔ Answer your biggest questions
✔ Create an initial feeding plan
✔ Determine whether Comprehensive Lactation Care is the right fit for your family
No pressure. No sales pitch.
Just a conversation to help you walk into postpartum feeling prepared instead of panicked.
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Why comprehensive lactation support?
Picture this.
It's postpartum. You’re exhausted. You're bleeding. Your boobs feel weird. Your baby wants to feed constantly. You’re spiraling.
You’re wondering:
is (literally anything my baby does) normal?
is it supposed to hurt?
how do I know if my baby is getting enough?
what do I do if I get mastitis?
what if they don't gain enough weight at the pediatrician?
when do I need to start pumping?
am I ever going to sleep again?
Most moms don't realize how overwhelming those first few days and weeks postpartum can feel until they're already in it.
If this is what you’ve heard about breastfeeding (or experienced first hand), we’re here to tell you it doesn't have to be that way.
What if, instead, you had lactation support every step of the way?
If, instead of spiraling at 2am or crying every time you leave the pediatrician’s office, you knew with certainty how to know your baby was getting enough milk?
That your supply was just where it should be?
That you had support if you’re in pain from latching?
Comprehensive lactation care isn’t just a one-off consult.
You’ll have an experienced IBCLC walking beside you from pregnancy until you’re confidently feeding your baby, and every beautiful and messy step in between.
THAT’S where comprehensive support is different.
We’re here every step of the way- the wins, the challenges, and every beautiful and messy part in between.
the setup
We’ll create a personalized feeding plan before your baby arrives, ensuring we’ve assessed for any risk factors or specific needs. Every mom and baby are unique, so we’ll make sure you feel prepared for your unique scenario. And if your birth plan changes last minute? We’ll help you pivot!
pregnancy
the survival
The fourth trimester hits, but remember - you’re never alone. We’re here to help you navigate those first few overwhelming days and weeks, and we’ll take each challenge in stride. From pediatrician appointments to latching struggles and learning about your pump, we’ve got you.
early postpartum
the growth
You’re starting to find your stride, but questions still come up. What do I do when baby starts sleeping longer stretches? How do I fit in pumping? How much should I leave in a bottle? Wait, baby doesn’t seem to like the bottle?! I have to go back to work! —> we’re still here, through all of it.
ongoing care
Meet our team of expert lactation professionals!
Taylor Bonacolta, RN, BSN, CLC
Pediatric Registered Nurse &
Certified Lactation Counselor
Kristen Hunter, RDN, LDN, IBCLC
Pediatric Registered Dietitian &
Board-Certified Lactation Consultant
Between bringing our own babies home and working closely with hundreds of other families, we have dedicated our hearts and our businesses to helping new parents THRIVE in their infant feeding journey.
This could be you…
See these amazing results from our past clients who were once in your shoes…
“I built my confidence as a mom and became the first woman in my family to breastfeed. My husband and I truly believe we have a healthier baby & mom because we prepared for the hardest season of motherhood: postpartum.”
14 months
breastfeeding
“My husband says this is the best investment we made for the new baby, because I always have someone to talk to when things get hard and he doesn’t know how to help. I purchased with my first baby and it was the first thing on my registry for my second, too!”
17 months
breastfeeding
“After finding this program after triple feeding my son for 10 months, I was absolutely certain to reach out when I got pregnant with my second. We are now about 6 months in with baby #2, and THIS journey is all I ever wanted.”
8 months
breastfeeding
Is comprehensive lactation care right for your family?
You know you want to breastfeed but you have NO CLUE where to start and aren’t sure what advice to trust.
You'd rather prepare during pregnancy than spend postpartum wondering, "Is this normal?"
You want a real-life lactation expert in your pocket, not another late-night Google rabbit hole or conversation with ChatGPT.
You want confidence in your feeding decisions instead of constantly second-guessing yourself.
You want personalized support that honors your goals, your values, and your family's unique feeding journey without guilt, pressure, or one-size-fits-all advice.
Imagine feeling confident IN:
Feeding your baby in a way that works for YOU and YOUR family. No cookie-cutter advice, because your feeding journey is as unique as you are.
Establishing and maintaining a full milk supply with confidence - know what to do, how to do it, and how to troubleshoot if needed.
Recognizing what's actually normal in the early days so you’re not panicking over every weird thing your baby does.
Advocating for yourself in the hospital and beyond, so your breastfeeding journey is protected right from the start.
Getting through that first rollercoaster week with your newborn (you’re just supposed to take this entire human home??)
Not second-guessing every feeding so you can relax and heal postpartum instead of panic.
Knowing when and how to introduce a bottle, honoring your plans for how you want to feed your baby while protecting your supply.
Leaving the house confidently, feeding in public unashamedly, and returning to work knowing your supply is safe & you have a pumping plan.
book your complimentary consultation
At The Lactation Mentor™, we’ve created a comprehensive, one-of-a-kind breastfeeding support continuum that will take feeding your baby from overwhelming to totally doable.
The thing that makes the most difference for our clients?
From pregnancy👉🏻postpartum, they never have to navigate this alone.
Here's how we’ll support you
prenatal education + consultation
the prenatal edit
This isn’t a corny hospital breastfeeding class with someone who’s never worked with families outside of the hospital - because we know when you take your baby home, sh*t gets weird and nothing is “by the book.” This is real life, no-BS education from our team of lactation professionals who have been there & have helped HUNDREDS of moms like you feed their babies. You’ll learn what actually matters through quick, easy to binge videos less than 10 minutes each (don’t worry, we know pregnancy brain can’t handle a long webinar). Then we’ll meet with you two (2) times before baby comes to review questions, address individual concerns, and make sure you feel confident & ready for birth.
16 weeks of postpartum support
you are never alone
After we’re sure you’re feeling ready for birth, we’re on baby watch! You let us know when you deliver and we’re with you every step of the way, from that first latch to returning to work. Includes ten (10) 60-minute 1:1 video consultations and unlimited secure messaging with our team of lactation professionals. Struggling with pain or poor weight gain? Supplementing, pumping, or somewhere in between? Not sure how to split the nights with your partner? Ask us instead of google or chatGPT. We’ve GOT you with real-time support and individualized feedback in a private encrypted platform where you can share photos and videos for us to review in between sessions.
community
weekly live support groups
Bring your baby + your questions to our weekly drop-in zoom calls for on-demand feedback. We’ll share what we’re struggling with this week and celebrate your wins with our beautiful community (because we’re all cheering for each other).
evidence-based resources
an ENTIRE resource library
In addition to the prenatal course, we have tons of quick fact sheets for commonly referenced topics like breastmilk storage guidelines, latching 101, bottle selection, pumping, engorgement, clogs, mastitis, and more! + we’re always adding to it (and taking requests for new topics!)
continued care
discounted add-on visits
Need to add on additional 1:1 sessions or extend support beyond 16 weeks? You’ll have the option to renew unlimited messaging on a month-to-month basis, then you’ll get 15% off any future 1:1 sessions related to this birth.
Obsessed with our moms
haley, 19 months breastfeeding
“I have seen things about breastfeeding on social media and it gave me anxiety, but I could just message her and she would help ease that anxiety.”
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Kristen has been such a good support for me throughout my pregnancy. There have been so many moments where I have seen things about breastfeeding on social media and it gave me anxiety, but I could just message her and she would help ease that anxiety. I feel so prepared and confident going into my breastfeeding journey because of her, and knowing I'll have her there throughout the journey. This is the type of support I think all expectant/new moms NEED. She's a literal gem.
taylor, 7 months breastfeeding
“To be honest, I didn't think I would breastfeed but I knew if I could try and make it work, I would need help since I was so unprepared.”
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Kristen has done everything from message with me to work on latching the first night I got home from the hospital to being my first resource when a problem/concern arose. She has a way of sharing her knowledge in such a gentle, supportive way and I probably wouldn't have made it through the tougher times if I didn't have her. I definitely wouldn't have been able to be so consistent and successful if Kristen wasn't in my corner!
allison, 11 months breastfeeding
“Kristen's support was unique because she offered tangible things to work on but was also empathetic in validating the emotional and mental load of breastfeeding.”
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I am so grateful for Kristen's lactation support and counseling- working with her was the best decision I made for my breastfeeding journey. Kristen listened to my concerns, helped me troubleshoot issues, and was truly the first provider that empowered me as a breastfeeding mama. Kristen's support was unique because she offered tangible things to work on but was also empathetic in validating the emotional and mental load of breastfeeding. The education Kristen provided, along with her support and encouragement allowed me to make the most informed decisions for how to best feed my baby and take care of myself. Kristen helped me gain so much confidence in my own lactation knowledge and I look forward to continuing to breastfeed my baby for as long as she wants!
Love from our clients
leanne, 11 months breastfeeding (& counting)
“I truly don't think I would have been able to breastfeed my baby long term if it weren't for this program. Kristen & Taylor helped me through early postpartum anxiety and pain with latching and nursing. They helped reassure me with every "silly" question that came along. This is a safe space where I felt comfortable sharing each emotion and moment that I felt during pregnancy and postpartum. I felt empowered through the prenatal education and nurtured during the postpartum period.”
mary, breastfed for 15 months
“The prenatal education gave me such a strong foundation, and the postpartum support was absolutely unmatched. Kristen was always there to answer my questions, ease my concerns, and make me feel seen and validated every step of the way.
They’re not only knowledgeable, but genuinely caring, and that made all the difference.
I’m so grateful I found this program, it has been an amazing support and a resource I trust completely.”
Frequently Asked Questions
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Not at all! Our program is designed for expecting parents of any experience level, whether it’s your first baby or your fourth. In fact, many of our clients are second or third time moms looking to have a different experience this time around. If you’re looking to breastfeed or provide human milk in any capacity, this program is for you!
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While local lactation consultants and hospital staff are great resources, their availability can be limited, and they may not always have time to provide ongoing, personalized education and support. And quite frankly, the hospital isn’t the best place to learn. Our comprehensive lactation support program teaches you BEFORE baby & offers immediate access to lactation professionals, so you can ask questions and receive guidance whenever and wherever you need it. You’ll have an expert at your fingertips AND the knowledge to get started confidently.
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The most ideal time to sign up is around your second or early third trimester when you're starting to plan for breastfeeding. This allows us to guide you through prenatal education and ensure you're well-prepared before your baby arrives (especially if they decide to make an early entrance!). However, you can join at any time during your pregnancy!
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We’ve built out our comprehensive program to start during pregnancy for the best possible breastfeeding experience. Prenatal education helps you feel prepared and confident going into the postpartum period, which can make a BIG difference when challenges arise. Early education and support set the foundation for a successful, sustainable breastfeeding journey, then the transition to postpartum is seamless and easy! BUT if you’re postpartum and reading this, head over to our postpartum page to book a consult today and we’ll get you squared away!
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The prenatal course is about 4-6 hours total broken down into short videos (less than 10 minutes each). It’s meant to be completed at your own pace! We do recommend having it completed by 34-35 weeks postpartum - just in case baby decides to surprise us with an early arrival!
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After your sessions are paid and services rendered, we can provide you with a superbill to submit to your insurance for potential coverage as part of your insurer’s lactation benefit. We cannot guarantee reimbursement, so please contact your insurance company to discuss your benefits, and feel free to reach out to us with any questions. Payment is required on booking, though we offer flexible payment plans. All major credit cards and HSA/FSA are accepted.
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We are here for you no matter how you want to feed your baby breastmilk, in any capacity or in any way! Whether you want to exclusively nurse, exclusively pump, combo feed, feed donor milk, tandem nurse, or even if your baby has medical needs like a feeding tube - we are here for you!
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The course includes detailed recorded lessons on everything you need to know before baby arrives: how to establish and maintain your milk supply, proper latching techniques, understanding baby’s feeding patterns, pumping 101, how to advocate with your baby’s medical team (in the hospital and at the pediatrician), infant weight gain, common challenges, and more! You can work through the easy-to-digest modules at your own pace. It is designed to ensure you feel prepared and confident when baby gets here, and have resources to look back on when you need them.
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With unlimited messaging support, you can reach out to our lactation professionals Taylor and Kristen whenever you have a question or need guidance, with a 24-48 hour turnaround time Monday-Friday. Our platform is HIPAA-compliant and encrypted, so you can securely share photos and videos for our feedback. Whether it's troubleshooting a latch or concerns about milk supply, pumping, or going back to work, we’re here to offer personalized advice and support—no more panic Googling or late night conversations with ChatGPT.
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No worries! We offer extension options as bundled add-on sessions, or if you’d prefer to book individual sessions, you’ll get 15% off any additional visits related to this birth + baby. You may also extend messaging support past the initial 16 weeks on a month-to-month subscription basis.
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You have the full 16 weeks postpartum to use all 10 of your 1:1 virtual consultation sessions. After the initial 16 weeks, any unused sessions will be forfeit, so we encourage you to utilize this benefit!
have any other questions?
contact us anytime and we’ll be happy to answer.
book your complimentary consultation call
Ready to feed your baby your way? Let us help you before you even give birth.
Still unsure how our comprehensive lactation support program works?
Book the free consultation call! This isn’t a sales call - it’s an opportunity for us to get to know each other, answer your questions, and determine how we can best support your family.