Dani Porter

Lactation Consultant
Ridgefield, Washington
About me

Hi! My name is Dani and I've been a registered nurse for 4 years specializing in women's services, postpartum, and pediatrics. I've been in the medical field for over a decade working with various populations. I've assisted families with lactation for 3.5 years in a variety of settings including health department, postpartum units, and children's hospitals. I am an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) with over 1000 hours of practicing, and over 100 hours of education dedicated to help parents reach their goals for feeding their babies and feeling like they're the best parents in the world. I know how important your new bundle of joy is, and how important knowledge is! As a professional nurse and instructor, I believe in maintaining a positive mindset, creating partnerships with a purpose, and always striving for significant outcomes. Contact me today for an initial consultation, class, certification or workshop and find out more about how I can tailor my services to your needs.

Education

Bachelor of Science- Nursing University of Wyoming (2020)

Certification and training

IBCLC (2021)

Credentials
BSN-RN IBCLC
Specialties
Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Breastfeeding Consultation Breastfeeding Support Lactation Consultation Latch Issues Low Milk Supply/Over Supply Newborn Care Nipple and Breast Pain Postpartum Care Prenatal Care Telehealth
Languages

English

Service introduction

I offer initial lactation consultations either in home or virtual. Those can range from 1 hour to 90 minutes. Follow up consults are about 45 minutes to an hour depending on what is needed for that appointment. These consults are perfect for: Pain with breastfeeding Trouble latching Slow weight gain with your baby Low Milk Supply Oversupply + Recurrent clogged ducts Weaning Pumping and bottle feeding Any lactation-related issues (IBCLCs are the experts on breastfeeding and lactation!) I have worked with many babies that were in the NICU and discharged from the NICU to continue breastfeeding and/or bottle-feeding. I am more than happy to speak to you about what your needs and desires are and help you reach you are your baby's goals!

Packages
Initial Consultation (virtual available)
This is the first initial consultation to get to know you, your baby and describe in the greatest detail about your plan and goals. Can range from 1 hour to 90 minutes. These consults are perfect for: Pain with breastfeeding Trouble latching Slow weight gain with your baby Low Milk Supply Oversupply + Recurrent clogged ducts Weaning Pumping and bottle feeding Any lactation-related issues
$120.00
USD Flat rate
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