My mission is to empower and support families on their breastfeeding journey.

I am dedicated to providing compassionate, knowledgeable guidance to help mothers and their loved ones nurture strong, healthy bonds. Through personalized lactation support, I aim to make every family’s experience positive, fulfilling, and filled with love.
What Does a Lactation Consultant Do?
A lactation consultant is a trained healthcare professional specializing in breastfeeding and chest feeding support. My role is to provide you with personalized guidance and hands-on assistance to help you achieve your feeding goals with confidence. Whether you’re navigating feeding challenges, seeking to establish a comfortable latch, or simply looking for reassurance in your journey, I’m here to help.
How I Can Help You
Prenatal Education
I’ll prepare you with information on breastfeeding or chestfeeding basics, so you’re ready for those first feedings right after birth.
Early Feeding Support
I assist with positioning, latch techniques, and offer solutions for common feeding challenges you may encounter in the early days.
Ongoing Guidance
Whether at home or virtually, I provide ongoing support and answer questions as you and your baby grow together.
Customized Solutions
Every parent and baby is unique, so I tailor my services to your individual needs and concerns.
Meet Teresa

I’m passionate about helping mothers provide the best nutrition for their infants and children. Since 2001, I've worked as a nutrition counselor with the WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) program, and I’ve been an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) since October 2010.
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WIC is a pro-breastfeeding initiative dedicated to enhancing the nutritional health of infants, and it has fueled my commitment to supporting mothers on their breastfeeding journeys.
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My journey into lactation consulting began with my desire to educate and empower mothers. I had the privilege of studying under Gini Baker, RN, MPH, IBCLC, through the UCSD extension lactation program, which transformed my passion into a fulfilling career. Each day, I feel blessed to do what I love—helping mothers and their babies establish a nurturing bond through breastfeeding.
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As a mother of three—Paige, Andrew, and Levi—I understand the challenges and joys of breastfeeding firsthand. My journey with Levi was particularly eye-opening. Despite initial hurdles, including a scheduled cesarean and delayed milk supply, I navigated various challenges with support from healthcare professionals. These experiences have deepened my empathy and strengthened my resolve to help other mothers overcome their own breastfeeding obstacles.
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At Love in Leche, my mission is to empower mothers with the knowledge and tools they need to provide their babies with the lifelong gift of breast milk. I believe that every mother deserves support and guidance, and I'm dedicated to fostering that connection between mother and child.
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Thank you for visiting my page. I look forward to supporting you on your breastfeeding journey!

Meet with Teresa
“She was an excellent listener and elicited my breastfeeding goals to come up with a personalized plan going forward.”
“He still took a few moments to start sucking, but once he did he had a good latch and it didn't hurt.”
“Teresa has been so helpful while I've been dealing with my daughter's tongue and lip tie.”
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