Breastfeeding isn’t always easy — and you deserve support that feels both knowledgeable and reassuring. I help families work through latch challenges, feeding pain, and milk supply concerns with practical, evidence-based guidance. My approach is always individualized, meeting you where you are and drawing on both my clinical background and my experience as a mom baby and lactation nurse.
Our Purpose Is to Support Your goal
30 minutes | Virtual
Perfect for families who have breastfed before or want a focused check-in before baby arrives.
2 hours | Virtual
A comprehensive, educational class covering the foundations of breastfeeding.
1.5 hours | In-home
A hands-on lactation visit tailored to you and your baby, in the comfort of your home.
1 hour | Secure telehealth
Convenient support from the comfort of your home.
45–60 minutes | Virtual
Ongoing support for evolving feeding needs.
Choosing the right lactation support matters. I work with all types of families and feeding journeys — including exclusively pumping parents, same-sex couples, surrogate families, and single parents by choice. Every family is welcome here.
With a background in maternal–infant nursing and years of clinical experience, I also specialize in supporting medically complex babies, including preterm infants, babies with hyperbilirubinemia (jaundice), and infants requiring oxygen support.
My goal is to meet you where you are, honor your goals, and provide gentle, practical guidance so you can feed your baby with confidence.
Our firstborn preemie would nod off to sleep almost instantly at my breast, never getting enough to fill her up. We were up every hour with less than satisfactory feedings…until Penny walked us through her recommendations to achieve a calm, nourishing experience. When I look back on those first few weeks, I realize that without Penny’s guidance I might have given up on breastfeeding. Thank you, Penny.
I was feeling helpless when it came time to return to work. My three-month maternity leave felt too short. I couldn’t get my mind around pumping at the office, worrying that I wouldn’t be able to provide enough for my newborn. Penny helped me build a plan that got me past my hesitation and intimidation. My son is surpassing all weight goals, and I treasure the bonding experience!
Penny and the Pea offers personalized lactation care for growing families, from pregnancy through the early months of feeding.
