"My breastfeeding experience started with my own kiddos, all 5 of those dudes! Each with varying experiences with both struggles and successes. From exclusive nursing to exclusive pumping and all the things in between. I started my professional journey working in the heath department as a breastfeeding peer counselor and fell in love with the moms and babies! I received my CLC while working there, but wanted more. I decided to pursue my IBCLC and went to nursing school to do it! After gaining my bachelors in nursing I went after that dream and became an IBCLC in the summer of 2016. Since then I've served mamas in all kinds of roles through women's services at the hospital including postpartum, NICU, antepartum, L&D, and of course, lactation! My heart has always been for mamas and tatas! I can't believe I've found a place in Blessed Beginnings that has made it simple and possible for those with the heart to serve to meet moms right where they are in the comfort of their own spaces and walk their journey with them! No matter where you are on your path I can't wait to come alongside and support you on your ride!"

"I began my nursing career in 2008 as a NICU nurse and spent a total of 11 years caring for some of the most fragile babies. During that time, my interest and curiosity for lactation began to grow. After having my second child, I experienced breastfeeding difficulties and struggled to find a lactation consultant to help me. That began my journey into obtaining my Lactation certification so I could help moms after coming home from the hospital. My passion is for helping and supporting moms during some of their vulnerable, yet sweetest moments in life"

"I began my nursing career in 2007 as a Neonatal ICU nurse. I spent many years walking alongside moms and dads during their most difficult days. It was during my personal breastfeeding journey, after the birth of my first child, that I realized how important knowledgeable lactation support was. I felt called to specialize in lactation, with an initial focus on NICU moms and their specific needs. After a few years, I transitioned roles to an outpatient setting to be able to help moms of healthy babies as well. I enjoy helping parents in the comfort of their home, helping them to grow their confidence in nurturing their baby. I will encourage you, cry with you, and celebrate with you as we navigate the challenges of breastfeeding together and help you achieve your lactation goals."

"In 2012 I began my career as a NICU nurse. I have had the privilege of caring for babies and their families during some of the most vunerable times of their lives. It was not long after my first daughter was born, in 2019, that a spark was lit in my heart to support other mothers as they navigate their own breastfeeding journey. I experienced first hand, with both of my girls, how something so beautiful can also be challenging. My goal as your lactation consultant is to work with you to make a unique plan that will meet your needs and goals, all while striving to keep breastfeeding an enjoyable experience. I look forward to meeting you. Congratulations!"

"I became a nurse in 2013 and have spent the majority of my career in the Neonatal ICU. I have had the privilege of caring for families during one of the most vulnerable times of their lives. It wasn’t until I struggled to breastfeed one of my own babies that I realized just how raw and vulnerable the postpartum period could be. This experience has grown my passion to meet mamas exactly where they are, in all stages of motherhood. My hope is to walk alongside you in achieving your lactation goals and to support you in anyway I can. “It takes a village” is more than just a saying, it’s an important peace of the puzzle to help mothers feel empowered and supported no matter where their journey takes them. It would be my honor to be apart of your village. I look forward to meeting you and your little one!"

"I became an RN in 2012 and dove in head first once recognizing my love of helping breastfeeding mommas. I have experience working in a pediatric clinic, mother baby, NICU, as well as, inpatient and outpatient lactation. My goal as an IBCLC will always be to provide you with love, support and encouragement during your breastfeeding journey. Having 3 children myself, I can relate to many nursing struggles and will walk along side you to assist you in meeting your breastfeeding goals. I can't wait to meet your sweet family and empower you along this precious path!"

"I’m a wife and mom to four energetic girls, who has practiced as a nurse practitioner in Women’s Health since 2012. I attended Middle Tennessee State University for my undergraduate degree in Nursing, and completed my Master’s in Nursing through Vanderbilt University. My passion is Women’s Health and helping women reach their personal health goals to feel their best. Becoming an IBCLC builds upon my advanced skill set to better assist with specific breastfeeding needs. Having nursed all four of my girls for over a year while returning to the office, I have experienced the challenges that can present, and I want to help other moms strategize how they too can do both. The mother baby bond is so special, and I am filled with such joy when I am witness to other moms overcoming their doubts on their ability to breastfeed their babies. I will work along side you and your family to make this a positive experience you will cherish."

"I began Blessed Beginnings in 2009 to help meet the needs of expectant and new parents in the Middle Tennessee area. As a registered nurse since 2001, I have a background in labor & delivery, mother/baby postpartum care, lactation and childbirth education. I love working with families in the comfort of their own homes during a season of life that is full of unexpected challenges and sweet blessings. It is a privilege to be a small part of a mom and baby's story, and my desire is that every family would have a Blessed Beginning!"

"I have worked with families with in home lactation support for almost 10 years. Meeting new families and supporting their needs is my favorite part of my work. I love to help families meet their goals for feeding, whatever that may look like for them. Evidence based and nonjudgmental support is key to my practice."

"My nursing career began in 2008 in pediatrics, and in 2016 I transitioned into the role of mother baby nurse. It was my passion for assisting mother’s with breastfeeding in the hospital that initially led me to pursue lactation as a career in 2018, however it was the birth of our first son that fueled that passion even further. I experienced firsthand the many complexities of having a preterm baby, and developed a deep empathy for the breastfeeding mother. Being able to partner with families from the comfort of their own homes during such an exciting and overwhelming time is truly an honor and a privilege. I understand that everyone’s breastfeeding journey is unique, and we will work together to find the feeding plan that works best for your family and helps you meet your goals. It is my hope that I bring peace and joy into your home as I help to empower and equip you to feel confident and supported in your breastfeeding journey."

"I received my Bachelor's degree from the University of Georgia, double majoring in nursing and Spanish, while playing Division I women's soccer. After a brief stint playing professional soccer in Argentina and working at the Casa de Amor orphanage, I began my journey in women's health at Belmont University Nursing School, finishing by BSN in December of 2012. In January of 2013, I started at Vanderbilt Hospital as a Labor and Delivery nurse and recently completed my tenth year at the bedside. Now, as the mother of two small miracles (Micah, 3, and Sienna, 1), I understand the struggles of the breastfeeding journey and want to help empower women during a critical and vulnerable time."

"Since embarking on my nursing career, I have felt a strong calling to women’s health. It was during my time working as a Mother Baby Nurse that I discovered my passion for breastfeeding which then led me to become an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). I feel so fortunate to be part of such a vulnerable and beautiful time in a family’s life. Everyone’s path may look different, but I believe in meeting you where you are and curating a plan that is specific to you and your journey. I look forward to meeting you and your little blessing!"

“I have worked as a postpartum and NICU nurse since 2006. The moments I have loved the most in my nursing career have been the ones spent assisting and encouraging parents during their nursing journey. I am a mom of 3 kids and each one of them had different nursing difficulties, so I know the pain and joys that come with being a nursing parent. I became an IBCLC in 2018 and have found my home at Blessed Beginnings. It has been my dream to serve parents and babies in the comfort of their homes. I love to assist and empower nursing parents, no matter their path. Each parent deserves the best start to their wonderful journey and I am truly privileged to play a small part in that.”

"Having a background in child development and family studies and as a practicing pediatric nurse, I have a passion for helping babies and their families. I am so excited to begin this journey to learn and grow in lactation education. I am looking forward to being able to support mothers and their families during one of the most meaningful and challenging parts of their lives!"

"A breastfeeding journey is a significant time in a family’s life with their new baby. It is a privilege to empower parents with skills and knowledge, and see families experience success during this precious time. I have been a hospital IBCLC since 2012, with a background as a Mother/Baby nurse. I have three beautiful children that helped me learn to overcome breastfeeding challenges first-hand! I enjoy educating families prenatally, so they are equipped to have a successful start, and know what to expect following birth. Being able to provide in-home care in private practice allows families to be out of the hospital setting, and in the comfort of your own home!"

"As a NICU nurse, I've developed a deep passion for caring for vulnerable infants and their families during the early days of life. My expertise has evolved to focus on empowering mothers to achieve their breastfeeding goals, and I'm proud to have earned my certification as an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). Becoming a mother myself has given me a unique perspective on the challenges and joys of the postpartum period. It's a period of immense growth, adjustment, and self-discovery - and I'm honored to support you during this special time. My goal is to provide you with personalized education, guidance, and tools to help you meet your breastfeeding goals and achieve a successful, joyful feeding experience. I'm excited to join you on this journey and look forward to getting to know you and your little one."

“I have worked as a postpartum and NICU nurse since 2006. The moments I have loved the most in my nursing career have been the ones spent assisting and encouraging parents during their nursing journey. I am a mom of 3 kids and each one of them had different nursing difficulties, so I know the pain and joys that come with being a nursing parent. I became an IBCLC in 2018 and have found my home at Blessed Beginnings. It has been my dream to serve parents and babies in the comfort of their homes. I love to assist and empower nursing parents, no matter their path. Each parent deserves the best start to their wonderful journey and I am truly privileged to play a small part in that.”

"Acting as both a pediatric nurse since 2009 and mother of two, I have developed a strong passion for the mother-baby bond and every challenge and joy associated with it. As a lactation consultant, my goal is to stand with you in any challenge you face and help bring you through to the other side successfully with encouragement and support. Together we will explore all resources to relieve stress regarding feedings and make sure you have a blessed beginning with your baby.”

"I began my nursing career in 2014 as a Mother Baby nurse, and in 2015 after having my first son, my passion for breastfeeding plunged me into my lactation career. My experience includes postpartum, NICU, and outpatient lactation. My commitment as an IBCLC is to meet you where you are in your breastfeeding journey, educate and support with love and compassion, and help you meet your breastfeeding goals. With my own breastfeeding experience as a mother of 4, as well as my years of IBCLC experience since 2017, I have learned that every breastfeeding journey looks different, and I am committed to help you find the breastfeeding path that works best for you and your family. It is my honor and privilege to walk with you in this journey, and my prayer is that you will be filled with overwhelming joy as you nourish and create the most beautiful bond with your baby."

“After navigating the highs and lows of breastfeeding my firstborn son, I felt a calling to this profession. I wanted to provide the same education, support, and encouragement to families that I discovered I needed for each of my breastfeeding journeys. I feel honored to serve families during this exciting (and overwhelming) time as they anxiously await their baby’s arrival and navigate the fourth trimester and beyond. Helping families meet their own breastfeeding goals and gain the incredible benefits of breastfeeding is my passion and a joy to witness.” Stephanie is a proud mother of three nurslings with over seven years of personal breastfeeding experience. Stephanie is a professionally licensed Human Ecology Educator, specialized in Early Childhood Development, a national volunteer with Breastfeeding USA, an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant, and a Certified Lactation Counselor. She has proudly been serving families in the Upper Cumberland with their breastfeeding goals and needs since 2012."

"I began my nursing career in 2014 as a Mother Baby nurse, and in 2015 after having my first son, my passion for breastfeeding plunged me into my lactation career. My experience includes postpartum, NICU, and outpatient lactation. My commitment as an IBCLC is to meet you where you are in your breastfeeding journey, educate and support with love and compassion, and help you meet your breastfeeding goals. With my own breastfeeding experience as a mother of 4, as well as my years of IBCLC experience since 2017, I have learned that every breastfeeding journey looks different, and I am committed to help you find the breastfeeding path that works best for you and your family. It is my honor and privilege to walk with you in this journey, and my prayer is that you will be filled with overwhelming joy as you nourish and create the most beautiful bond with your baby."