My sister endured so many feeding and sleep challenges. The advice and messages she received were so contradictory. So much so she became even more confused and completely defeated. To top it off it was the peak of the pandemic and my sister was unable to access in-person support. The virtual support she received was unfortunately very unhelpful. 

Her concerns were continuously brushed off and dismissed as ‘normal’…Meanwhile every time she fed her baby, she experienced toe curling pain. When she would set her baby down to sleep, she baby would cry inconsolably...

I began my career as an early intervention speech therapist working primarily with toddlers with language delays.

But in 2020, my sister gave birth to her daughter and my perspective and approach in my work began to shift completely.

My gut did not believe this was normal. and I was not willing to accept that she had to tough it out, go against her instincts, and have a seemingly helpless baby. my sister needed someone who to listen, validate, and support her. And my niece needed someone who could help her communicate her needs.

I first became a Sleep & Well Being Specialist through the Baby-Led Sleep Certification and simultaneously pursued my Lactation Support Counselor Certification.

9 months later, I confidently knew my instincts were right after all. It felt empowering to understand what was biologically normal, to know what signs to look for, the red flags that were missed, and the steps to take to address the root cause of their challenges. 

Since then, I have continued my learning and training in lactation, feeding, oral motor disorders, tongue/lip ties, airway, and sleep! 

Determined to help my sister and niece, I decided to pursue my own research and additional training.

My sister's challenges were only the beginning.

Now day in and day out I see and hear SO many parents receiving little to no support. It’s frustrating and sad…but this has fueled my passion for helping families even more.

In January 2021, we unexpectedly lost our mom. The loss has influenced my perspective on the type of support and connection I want families to feel in our work together.

I now dedicate my work to being the person I need for myself, my sister, my niece and nephew, my clients, and parents, like you, who need this same care today.