About Me

I qualified as an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) in December 2016, and I have been an NHS midwife since 2011. I am also a mother of two;  I breast fed my daughter (not without challenges) until she was over 2 and am breastfeeding my son. I am passionate about women's health. 

I became an IBCLC because as a midwife, and as a mother, I regularly see the impacts of inadequate breastfeeding support. Our over-stretched and under-resourced U.K maternity services can fail women and babies in their breastfeeding journeys. Our midwives and health visitors do an amazing job, but too often, it isn't enough to get women to the point of being confident and competent at breastfeeding. So many women want to breastfeed their babies, and yet, very few manage beyond a few weeks, and still fewer actually enjoy it! Nearly always, when you un-pick the story, I can see where it went wrong, or could have been made so much easier. In becoming an IBCLC, I want to do what I can to prevent things going wrong in the first place, or, overcome any problems that have already arisen. 

We are all unique, and successful breastfeeding means different things to different people. My hope is to help you achieve the kind of breastfeeding relationship that you want, for as long as you want.

Also, there are some women who have specific issues relating to breastfeeding, such as hormonal imbalances, unusual breast development, or women who are adopting and would like to breastfeed. As an IBCLC, I have developed skills and insight to help in these circumstances. 

Contact me:

If you are looking for support with feeding your baby, or would like an opportunity during pregnancy to have a one to one to prepare for your breastfeeding journey, please contact me:

Tel: 07748186472
Email: norfolklactationconsultant@gmail.com

I operate on a sliding scale pay basis, or even an exchange basis if that works for you. See Pricing page for more information.