Evidence-Based Lactation Support in the Capital Region
The Milk Mentor provides compassionate, evidence-based lactation care for families from pregnancy through weaning. Our team of Certified Lactation Counselors and Educators offers personalized support rooted in biology, lived experience, and respect for each family’s unique feeding journey.
Whether you’re preparing to breastfeed, navigating early feeding challenges, returning to work, or looking for ongoing support, we’re here to help—without judgment, pressure, or one-size-fits-all advice.
Our Approach
At The Milk Mentor, we believe lactation care should be:
Evidence-based and practical
Inclusive and trauma-informed
Grounded in biological norms
Responsive to real life
We support all feeding paths and meet families where they are, offering education, reassurance, and guidance tailored to your goals.
Prenatal lactation education
Postpartum feeding support including latch checks, positioning and weighted feeds
Effective and efficient pumping, flange fittings and return-to-work planning
Oral dysfunction and tethered oral tissue assessment
Bottle refusal and feeding challenges
Weaning and feeding transitions
Services are available through home, office and telehealth visits.
The Milk Mentor is a collaborative practice made up of Certified Lactation Counselors and Educators with backgrounds in healthcare, education, and birth work. Our team approach allows us to provide thoughtful, well-rounded care for families across the Capital District.
Ready to Get Started?
Whether you’re looking for guidance, reassurance, or ongoing support, we’re here to help.
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