Services
NOW ACCEPTING NC MEDICAID!
IN NETWORK WITH the following insurances: BCBS PPO (including EBCI BCBS), Cigna PPO, Tricare, Aetna State Plan, or any insurance card with the “PNOA” logo, or “Multi Plan” logo, United Healthcare Community and Commercial, Medicaid Direct, EBCI Tribal Option.
**I never want a lack of coverage to prevent you from getting the support you need. For families without insurance or families covered under other types of insurance than those listed, I am happy to discuss payment plans available when you contact me.
Medicaid MCO’s accepted: Healthy Blue, Ameria Health Caritas, Carolina Complete Health, Vaya, Direct, EBCI Tribal Option, United Healthcare.
(Not yet accepting Wellcare).
In-Office visits
Located at Birthstone Breastfeeding and Wellness Center on Main Street Sylva, receive lactation care in this comfortable, peaceful and welcoming space. In 1-2 hours, lets work together and strategize to help you reach your feeding goals. During this time we will address any issues you may be facing with latching, pain, volume intake and more. We can also discuss a back to work strategy and how to most effectively use your pump while away from your baby.
Follow up visits available until problems resolve.
Virtual visits
Provided on a secure, HIPAA-compliant video conferencing platform, virtual visits are a convenient and simple way to consult with me for prenatal consults, follow ups, questions, and back-to-work planning. While sometimes an in-home visit may be needed instead, this type of visit offers flexibility and options for support, especially in a post-pandemic world!
In-home visits
Whether you gave birth days before and are learning to feed your newborn, needing help with infant weight gain, are experiencing lactation-related breast problems, or any other issues you may be facing, home visits allow families to spend 60-90 mins with an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant in the comfort of your own home. During this time I will assess the problem, offer support for your experience, and set forth a plan to help you meet your goals—whatever those may look like! Follow up visits available until problems resolve.
Locations served: Jackson, Macon, Swain, Haywood, Buncombe, Clay, Cherokee, Graham, Polk, Henderson, Madison, and Transylvania counties
*travel fee may apply if service radius greater than 30 minutes outside Sylva, NC.
Milestone Consults
Milestone Lactation Consults are designed to support you and your baby through key developmental transitions—like starting solids, returning to work, or weaning. Whether you're facing new challenges or simply want to stay on track, this consult offers expert, personalized guidance to help your breastfeeding journey evolve with confidence and ease.
Tiny Tastes
We’ll explore signs of readiness for starting solids, discuss different feeding approaches (purees, baby-led weaning, or a blended method), and walk through how to safely introduce common allergens. You'll leave with practical tips for building a positive relationship with food from the start—and strategies to keep mealtimes enjoyable, responsive, and low-stress for the whole family. Whether you're excited, nervous, or somewhere in between, this consult offers the reassurance and expert guidance you need.
Pumped & Ready!
Confidently return to work with a personalized plan.
This consult includes a custom flange fitting, hands-on pump guidance, milk storage tips, and a realistic pumping schedule tailored to your unique workday. We’ll also talk through how to prepare your baby and caregivers for a smooth, supported transition—so you can return to work feeling informed, empowered, and ready.
Tender Transitions
Gentle, respectful support for winding down your breastfeeding journey.
Whether you’re ready to wean from the breast, bottle, or pump, this consult offers compassionate, evidence-based guidance every step of the way. We’ll create a personalized plan that honors both your baby’s needs and your own—emotionally, physically, and practically. Together, we’ll explore timing, gradual transitions, and how to prevent discomfort or complications like mastitis. We’ll also talk about the emotional side of weaning, offering space to reflect and find closure in this meaningful chapter of your feeding journey.
Insurance may cover your appointments 100%!
Self-pay Cost of services
INITIAL IN HOME VISIT
$200/$225 for holiday/weekend
FOLLOW UP VISIT
$175/$200 for holiday/weekends
VIRTUAL VISITS
$130
TRAVEL FEE
$50-100
(applies to areas 30 minutes outside of Sylva, NC, and is based on driving time)