I am a repeat client of Amy's and I cannot tell you enough of how valuable she is to have in your back pocket. As a second time mom, I didn't think I would need as much help this time around with Amy. I knew how to get a good latch, how to position my body and the baby, and felt confident that I only needed minimal visits, but baby #2 had other plans in mind. Baby #2 was born at 37wks and while that's considered full term, it's actually on the early side which causes a lot of complications with feeding. My baby had trouble latching and sucking because there wasn't enough time practicing these motor skills in the womb. This resulted in the baby not being able to transfer milk, even though my milk was coming in. Amy confirmed this with her before and after weighing from a 20mins feed. I was so upset and devastated, that we had to move quickly to formula feeding to get the weight up fast because baby #2 had severe jaundice and we were trying to keep from being admitted to the hospital for phototherapy. Unfortunately, we had to be readmitted and Amy coached me through protecting my milk supply, while formula feeding and getting baby's weight up. She also reassured me that this is just a blip in our breastfeeding journey and that we will get back on track when he's healthy and clear of jaundice. I ended up upgrading my package to the Luxe because of how important it was for me to get us back to the basics once baby #2 was in the clear health-wise. I not only was able to protect my milk supply while having to formula feeding for two weeks but I also needed support in making sure once I returned back to work how to maintain a sustainable stash without oversupply, as I did with my first. I am almost 3mo postpartum and baby #2 has a great latch, is thriving in all the drs appointments, and gaining weight beautifully. At my last in home visit Amy walked through our schedule to have a successful stash, pumping schedule, and ready for baby to start daycare and me to return to work. I almost cried when she as leaving because I've appreciated everything that she has done for me and my babies. Words cannot express how much she has meant to me. I am so thankful for her wisdom, support, expertise and care she brings with her to every visit. If you are considering a lactation consultant, get on her books!! She's your go-to-guru. read more

I had a baby less than two weeks ago, and I can already say that the most important decision I've made postpartum is hiring Amy. I found her through a friend who had an amazing experience, and I reached out in a panic on a Sunday when my milk came in and I had no idea what to do. Her insanely fast response time was much needed; I found out the next day that our son had lost more than 10% of his birth weight and to say that I was freaking out is an understatement. Amy came that afternoon and I immediately felt like I was in great hands. She taught me how to breastfeed comfortably, got me set up with my pump, did a weight measurement to see how much he was getting with each feed, and also helped get a plan in place to get my son back to his birth weight. After the appointment she has been incredible over text/Voxer and answers questions so quickly. Feeding a baby is so stressful but with Amy's knowledge and confident demeanor, she demystifies it. I immediately signed up for the luxe package and truly wish I did this before I delivered so I would have had a plan in place and didn't have to play catch up. Still I'm so glad that I reached out to Amy and probably would have stopped breastfeeding if I hadn't. She is truly the best and I'm so grateful to have her guidance for one of the most important pieces of my life! read more

Like so many other first time moms, I found myself completely overwhelmed with breastfeeding my newborn. Just as I was ready to give up, I was referred to Amy by a friend. The second she walked in our home she made me feel so comfortable and showed so much empathy and care. After our first session I was up and running with a successful latch and it only got better from there. I am now so confident nursing my baby and am so glad I didn't give up and get to experience this special bond with my daughter. Amy was also super responsive and helpful between sessions. I can't recommend her enough! read more

For those who don't like reading the details, here's the bottom line: If you are a first-time mom and want to breastfeed, you need Amy. It is the single greatest investment I've made for my baby so far. I reached out to Amy months before my due date because I knew I wanted to breastfeed but had no clue where to begin. After a great first phone call, I booked her Luxe package and I can't overstate how valuable it's been. Amy is helping me through what feels like a rollercoaster journey - First, we needed to spoon feed my daughter to get her back to birthweight. Then, I went into a bit of an oversupply. And now, Amy is helping me tweak the feeding schedule so that my supply is just right for the time of day. I'm learning that experiences like mine are not uncommon and despite what social media may lead you to believe, breastfeeding is not straightforward. Although it's been overwhelming at times, Amy has been with me every step of the way. The Luxe package provides 4 in-home visits and ongoing, 24/7 support via a walkie-talkie app. I'm confident that without this I wouldn't have been able to continue breastfeeding and certainly would be more stressed. Here's what makes Amy's service so special: 1. Amy brings the calm and never judges. Your first appointment is just a few days postpartum when you are at your most vulnerable, and Amy shows you the way. Amy does everything from assessing your in-home set up, checking how much milk the baby is transferring, setting up your pump, creating a schedule, and so much more. She is also realistic and withholds judgement. She helped my husband and I figure out a routine that gave me a longer stretch of sleep at night and never batted an eye when I asked how I should handle breastfeeding if I want to have a few cocktails with dinner. 2. Amy is available 24/7. But actually. She will answer any questions day or night. Even during her vacation, Amy promptly responded to my messages and made sure I was clear on next steps. Her quick and informed responses saved me from googling endlessly only to come up with contradicting information. Trust me, you will google enough as it is so anything to save you from the rabbit holes is priceless. 3. Amy is a friend who gets it. As a mom herself, she can relate to wanting the absolute best for your child. She lends a sympathetic ear, provides recommendations for specialists and products as needed, and ensures you are making data-driven decisions when it comes to feeding your baby. They say it takes a village to raise a child, and I'm so happy Amy is part of mine. Do yourself a favor and reach out to her before your baby arrives so that you can benefit from ongoing support like I have. read more

Amy was a lifesaver for us, and helped to solve a more tangential breastfeeding challenge. My daughter and I have a great breastfeeding relationship, but it was time for her to start daycare when I went back to work, and she refused to eat from a bottle no matter what I tried. Her daycare provider worked with her for over a week and she was still refusing a bottle and having to be fed milk by a spoon to get through the day. After a week of stressing, I contacted Amy and she came out the next morning. We tried a few things with my stubborn baby and formulated a plan. Amy left me with our plan written out, and after a night of practicing with our specific tricks, I took my daughter to daycare the next day with the suggestions for her provider and an ask of continued patience. I knew it wouldn't be an overnight fix when I went into this but...it actually was. She drank from the bottle at daycare the next day - all of her bottles. I'm pretty sure both her daycare provider and I came close to crying from relief. All this to say - please reach out to Amy if you need help, even if it's something that isn't directly a problem with breastfeeding - she is knowledgeable, creative, committed, and she cares. I am so glad I found her on Yelp. read more

Amy Amy was a breath of fresh air. She provided the advice and coaching that I needed to be able to feed my child free of pain. Her enthusiasm for helping mother's feed their children is infectious. She gave me hope and educated me on how I could best breastfeed my child going forward. Even after my initial consultation, Amy provided support and encouragement. I am so grateful that I got the chance to meet Amy. read more

As a first time mom I never thought breastfeeding would be difficult. It just seemed like something that should just happen without much effort but I soon found out that's not the case! After struggling with a latch issue on one side and forceful letdown on the other side, I contacted Amy for help. I'm so glad I did.! Amy was super responsive and was able to see me the next day. She helped me with positioning, showed me some new tricks and weighed my baby before and after nursing to monitor how much milk was transferring. Amy is kind, positive and very well informed. She followed up immediately after our session and checked in again the day after. I highly recommend Amy if you're having any issues with breastfeeding. read more

Put simply, Amy's services are the sole reason I did not give up trying to breastfeed my baby and was succesfully able to after just 1 visit. For the defeated momma who feels like they're ready to give up, I'm here to tell you that Amy is your saving grace! I had seen 3 other lactation consultants and all of them left me feeling discouraged and like breastfeeding would not be in the cards - one even told me that because I had been bottle feeding my baby for so long, that she likely wouldn't take to the breast at this point (that was at 2 weeks of age). I saw Amy when my daughter was just about 4 weeks of age and I was immediately impressed by her approach and professionalism. She came prepared with data, specifics, and such an energizing attitude. She took something that had been so nebulous to me and made it concrete. On top of that, she actually got my daughter to successfully breastfeed without it being painful! During the visit, my daughter was able to intake just under an oz of breastmilk; by implementing Amy's recommendations, I was able to almost completely cut out pumping and bottles and my daughter was talking in around 2 to 2.5 oz each feeding from the breast within just a couple of days after the visit. I am and continued to be floored by the results and progress we've been able to make in such a short period of time. Partnering with Amy is a no-brainer decision to anyone who is either learning to breastfeed and needs support or is at the other end of the spectrum and ready to reuluctantly throw in the towel. Thank you, Amy, for giving me the gift of breastfeeding my sweet girl! read more

Don't even hesitate- call her now. I left the hospital after giving birth with bleeding nipples and just a few days later was also dealing with engorgement. I was dreading the next feed and crying out of guilt and pain. Amy came the very next morning after we reached out and totally helped me turn it around and get back on track. She continued to follow up to make sure we were good and offer additional advice via text afterward. She was a godsend. She knows what she's talking about! Worth EVERY PENNY and your insurance might even reimburse you! My husband and I are so so grateful for her help! read more

I was ready to give up breastfeeding/pumping when I decided to reach out to Amy as a last resort. Even when I reached out, I questioned how helpful could she be given that my son was already five weeks old. The positive reviews, Amy's responsiveness and our initial phone call convinced me to give her a try. It was beyond helpful that she was able to come to my house the very next day for the Rapid Relief consultation. I can rave about Amy's expertise support or her responsiveness via text but the best part for me was her genuine desire to help without any judgment. Being a new mom with unsolicited advice coming from everywhere and judgments galore, I was skeptical of help, especially for a topic as sensitive as breastfeeding. Amy was super positive and never made me feel like what I was doing was wrong. She guided me in a better direction and it was clear that she just wanted me to feel comfortable and for my son to eat well. She stayed as long as needed to answer all my questions and patiently waited as of course my son had a blowout that needed changing. She even swaddled and held him while I pumped. It's been two weeks after our consultation and both my son and I are doing so much better. We would have never known our issue was overfeeding if it wasn't for Amy. I no longer worry about my milk supply and my son is less fussy now that we're feeding him the right amount. Most importantly, I feel confident in my own ability to feed my son. I love that Amy is still available to provide support whenever I have questions. If you're even a tiny bit unsure about breastfeeding/pumping, I recommend reaching out to Amy immediately for some ease of mind. read more

After getting home from the hospital, I had to talk myself into every feeding and grit my teeth to get through the pain of each session. Within 20 minutes of Amy arriving at my home for our session, she identified the issues and showed me how to improve my latch and positioning. It made SUCH an instant change, I told her it was like I'd just downed a vodka tonic. It was great that when I was in crisis mode, she made the appointment immediately and even adjusted her plans for me when baby's feeding schedule shifted. Plus, I didn't grow up around breastfeeding, so reaching out for help from this "stranger" was an odd experience for me. Amy's warmth and encouragement knocked those qualms out the window, and for proof, baby exceeded his birth weight at 2 week check up. I now know I can meet my goal to breastfeed; especially, as Amy continues to check in with me. read more

I was referred to Amy by my pediatrician when my then-5 week old was having latching problems that required immediate attention. I had visited a hospital lactation consultant already, and was still having problems (and couldn't get in for a follow up.) Amy was able to come to my apartment that very day to evaluate and correct my son's latch. The correction made a difference immediately, and Amy was incredibly responsive a couple of days later when we had some problems again. Amy was kind and responsive and made me feel incredibly comfortable. She seems to approach breastfeeding from the perspective of a mother first, which makes her very relatable. My only complaint is that she doesn't work directly with insurance companies. As a new mom, it's a little tough to find time to file a claim--but it's not a big enough deal to knock a star off. I highly recommend Amy to anyone needing help with breastfeeding. read more

My newborn latched on great at the hospital and I thought I was lucky to not have any issues with breastfeeding. One week later I found myself frustrated, crying, and in pain. I did not think I would make it one more day trying to breastfeed. I was about to give up as my daughter cried constantly, would not sustain a latch, and would not want to nurse. I felt helpless and started supplementing with bottles (which I never wanted to do). A friend gave me Amy's information and I called right away to schedule an appointment. Thank goodness I did! It was a life-changing experience. Amy was very warm and helpful. She came to my house and discussed the issues I was having. She stayed for well over an hour and helped improve my daughter's latch, showed me different positions, demonstrated how to correctly use a nipple shield, addressed my sore/damaged nipples, and offered tons of encouragement. It made a huge difference for us. When my husband got home later in the day, he was so impressed by the difference. Amy has been available with advice and help after our consultation. She checks in with us to see how we are doing and genuinely cares. I am happy to report that at 3 weeks old, my daughter is exclusively breastfeeding and I have not had to supplement with any bottles. If it was not for Amy, I think I would have given up on breastfeeding after the first week. I highly recommend Amy if you are having any issues at all. read more

After seeing two lactation consultants in the hospital, my son and I were still having difficulty breastfeeding when we arrived home. I was in pain and he was frustrated. On top of that his weight dropped more than his pediatrician would like and he was being monitored for jaundice. We wound up pumping and bottle feeding, a very time consuming endeavor. Once his health was no longer an issue, I tried returning to breastfeeding, but we still weren't getting it. Enter Amy. She was available to come to my home the day after I called and she was a dream. She briefly discussed our history and got right to work with us. With her help, we latched and were successfully breastfeeding within minutes. She showed me a number of different holds, how to re-latch and strategies for waking him up when he fell asleep feeding. Amy put me at ease with her humor and super positive attitude. Additionally, she left a comprehensive report for both our family and his pediatrician. Since her visit, she has checked in via text message and quickly answered any follow-up questions I've had. I would highly recommend Amy to anyone with lactation issues. She is amazing! read more

Amy is GREAT. I was about to give up breastfeeding because it was too painful and I was constantly doubting whether my baby was getting enough milk from me. I was nursing him or bottle feeding him AND doing formula because I could never figure out if he was transferring enough milk from me. Amy was super responsive and she came the next day I reached out to her. Amy not only "proved" that I had enough breastmilk, but also showed me that my baby was in fact transferring a good amount of milk from me, which helped me get rid of bottle feeding and formula. Latching issue also significantly improved after one session with her. She also reached out to me to check in a few times, which I really really appreciate. It shows that she really cares about what she does and all the relationship and interactions that come across!! I highly recommend Amy! read more

We hired Amy to help get myself and my son acclimated and on track to breast feed, after an 8 day hospital adventure that included some NICU time---where they fed him formula. Being a first time mom and unknowledgeable about breast feeding in general (it doesn't come as naturally as you would think!)--I was literally terrified to think having to leave the hospital and embark on the breast feeding adventure alone. I was referred to Amy by my best friend who also used her. I contacted Amy the day before we left the hospital, she responded immediately and was at my house the day after we returned. Her persona is extremely personal, professional, encouraging and educated--and after spending just 1.5-2hrs with us, my son was breast feeding like a champ! It's been a few days later and we are completely fine and on a goal plan that Amy helped us create. I highly, highly recommend her and encourage all new moms to get educated with her pre-delivery and post-delivery. It will take a lot of unneeded stress off of you! read more

I can't say enough to recommend Thrive Breastfeeding and Amy! She was truly a blessing to us!! We went into the birth of our son thinking it's baby number two and we breastfed our first so how different can it be? Well, we were wrong. It was completely different and we faced a whole different set of challenges we hadn't before. After extensively asking around, researching, and looking at scheduling I was getting worried that the pain and bleeding was something we'd just have to deal with or give up on breastfeeding. Then I found Amy! I reached out to her via her secure text number on her site and within hours she had connected with me and gotten us scheduled for the very next morning! We anxiously awaited her arrival while she sent us some "emergency" trouble shooting tips to get us through the night. She arrived prepared, organized, and incredibly professional and knowledgeable! She tailored the entire visit to myself and my son's specific needs, coached and encouraged us, and helped us to plan for long term breastfeeding success! After her visit she has continued to send resources and check on how feeding has been going, his latch, and my overall mental well-being, being only a week postpartum. All in all, Amy is incredible! If you're on the fence about who to use, definitely reach out and schedule with her and you won't be disappointed!! read more

Outstanding service! Amy has this down to a science, was super responsive - squeezing me in for a 9pm appointment the day of - and is very professional! She helped me turn an awful situation around in less than 2 hours! Hire her now! read more

I contacted Amy after having delays in being able to breastfeed at the hospital after my daughter was born. My daughter was fed formula at the hospital, and afterwards would get very frustrated at breastfeeding. We could just never quite seem to make it work for us. Amy was incredibly helpful in giving me tips on how to get her to latch, how to ease her frustration, and how to position her so that it was less stressful on my shoulders and back. After she left I felt like we could actually do this! After trying on my own with my daughter and encountering more bouts of screaming frustration from my daughter (user error!) I just pumped and used bottles for her feedings. At six weeks, I wanted to try nursing again as I'd read that babies that are a little older can get the hang of breastfeeding if they didn't initially. I asked Amy to come back and, as before, she was fabulous. My daughter latched right on, nursed as she should, and there was no screaming bouts. My daughter started nursing consistently after our second visit without issues. Even if you've been using formula, supplementing, or breast milk feeding through bottles, if you want to try to breastfeed your child, contact Amy. She is supportive, extremely helpful, and a fabulous cheerleader for you and your baby. You will learn tips, proper form, and how to avoid pain from bad latching. You will feel empowered and supported in your efforts. I highly recommend Amy! read more

I was referred to Thrive Breastfeeding by my pediatrician because when I was discharged from the hospital I was not successfully able to have my baby latch. I was so worried and anxious I wasn't able to breastfeed. I called and Amy was so quickly responsive. She said she could come 7 am the next day for an in home visit. Breathe and relax and drop your shoulders...... Within an hour, Amy Tanzillo had my baby latch and suck with no problems! I told her she was my angel. She gave me the best tips and now one week later my son is latching perfectly every time ! Thank you Amy !!! read more

Our family highly recommends Amy - she was (and continues to be) incredibly helpful in our breastfeeding journey. My wife contacted her a few days after returning from the hospital with our first child and requested an in-home lactation consult. Amy responded within minutes and offered to come the next morning. She wore a mask, washed her hands, wore gloves, and offered contactless payment - which helped us feel very comfortable having her in our home with our child during COVID-19 times. Amy was incredibly knowledgeable and conveyed a wealth of breastfeeding tips and information in an easy-to-understand and non-judgemental manner. She helped with latch and positioning, and she weighed our baby before and after a feeding, showing us how much milk our child had transferred during the nursing session. Amy helped allay a lot of our concerns and set us up for success in breastfeeding! After the in-home consult, we have reached out to her via text with periodic questions about breastfeeding and pumping, and Amy has been super responsive. Cannot recommend her highly enough! read more

If you're haveling any trouble breastfeeding, don't wait to call Amy! After 3.5 weeks of hoping that the latch pain would go away (and it wasn't) I decided to look into a lactation consultant. From the moment Amy arrived she made me feel super comfortable. Not only did she spend time showing me the proper latch techniques to help the terrible pain I was having due to cracked nipples, but she made me feel totally empowered. She was so positive and full of praise and encouragement. She helped me regain my confidence and when she left I felt like with a little more practice I totally got this! read more

The best thing about Amy? She's RESPONSIVE! And super positive. Being able to call/email/text her and get a response soon after was a huge comfort to me and my husband. Here's our story: After bringing our son home from the hospital, we ended up being THOSE parents who took him to the ER on his first night home with us because he wasn't producing wet diapers. Come to find out, my milk hadn't yet come in and the poor little guy was starving! The next day we saw our pediatrician's lactation consultant, who told me how damaged my nipples were, how I was at risk of developing mastitis, and how I should start pumping every 2 hours to establish my supply. Needless to say, we came home from the doctor completely frazzled, so I reached out to Amy on a whim after a frantic Yelp search. By the end of the day, Amy had dropped off a hospital grade pump at my house (so crucial as time was of the essence!). Two days later she came to my house for a consultation and she kept things SO positive, which was hugely important as I was barely hanging on by a thread on that point. She showed me how to slightly modify his latch and allowed us to rent a baby scale so we could see how much milk he was "transferring" at each feeding. We ended up also seeing Dr. Karen Bodnar (Inova Breastfeeding Medicine) who gave us some additional tips and a diagnosis of vasospasm, but I credit Amy with being there for us from the very beginning. It was also so useful to have the baby scale once our son started really nursing. We could see that he went from only transferring .5 oz per feeding in the early days to over 3 oz per feeding! I would have given up on breastfeeding if we hadn't had Amy as a resource right from the start. And I have a great milk supply thanks to the kick start from the hospital grade pump! read more

My pediatrician suggested we reach out to a lactation consultant after my daughter wasn't gaining any weight after being discharged from the hospital. I was pretty distressed about the lack of weight gain and Amy was able to fit me in the next day. Amy was wonderful to work with. She weighed my daughter before and after the feeding so that we could see how much she was pulling from my breast. She taught us positioning and latch techniques as well as some time saving tricks. She also laid out a manageable game plan for us to follow going forward. We ended up renting her scale for a few weeks after our initial consultation and that has been wonderful in determining exactly how much our girl is eating. Amy has also been great at following up to ensure that things are going well and still on track. I would definitely recommend Amy for anyone who is having breastfeeding issues! read more

I hired Amy to help as my son was having trouble getting back to his birth weight and latching. Amy was immediately responsive and made us feel comfortable and reassured right away by helping us troubleshoot and answering all our questions. After our initial consultation she continued to check in, support and encourage us as our little guy met and exceeded his weight goals. I am very grateful to her for helping us through this stressful time. read more

I cannot thank Amy enough for her services. After coming home from the hospital I had been told that I was doing well with BF. After a very sleepless night and a very unhappy baby, I reached out to Amy( per recommendation from a friend) she was able to come out the day I called and it was lifesaving. Amy spent about 1.5 hours weighing and making sure that I was able to latch my baby on both breasts and then she weighed him after he ate to make sure that he was getting food. She sent a report to his pediatrician and was available for questions via text if I had them. I would highly recommend reaching out as soon as you can and not gritting through feelings. A good latch was all it took for my baby to pass his initial birth weight at his 2 week appointment. Amy also had me call my OB and request a prescription for APNO which was also life saving for my slightly damaged nipples. read more

Amy came to the house the next day for a lactation consultant visit. She was so patient and involved with getting our son to get a good latch. His doctor was worried because he lost over the ten percent after one day. Amy taught us a few really good ways to hold the baby during breast feeding and how to get a really good latch. She showed us how to weigh him to gauge his growth each day and really got us started down a good path. Finding Amy on yelp was one of the better decisions we ever made. read more

I'm writing this review under my husband's Yelp account since I don't have one. However, we had a baby girl just over three weeks ago. Although I was successful in producing milk, I had a difficult time getting my daughter to latch on. The faces she made led me to believe she was trying to latch on, but she would not be able to do so and would get frustrated and scream! My pediatrician's office suggested that I contact Amy for assistance since she made home visits. This was very convenient for me since I was recovering from a C section and my wound was bleeding, so I was home bound for awhile. I left a message for Amy and she called me back immediately to set up an appointment for that week. Amy arrived at our place on time. She was very open, friendly, and helpful. My breastfeeding problems ended up being relatively minor; I just needed some help with technique. Once Amy stepped in and offered her assistance, my daughter latched on and successfully fed! Amy brought a portable scale to weigh my daughter before and after her feeding so that we could determine how much milk she had taken in. Our appointment was approximately ten days ago and I've been able to successfully breastfeed my daughter ever since Amy's visit! Additionally, Amy has followed up with me to check on our progress and ensure that things are still going well. I'm so glad the pediatrician suggested that we contact Amy! read more

As a new mom I had a lot of trouble with breastfeeding early on. My milk took awhile to come in so we had to supplement with formula. Amy came to the rescue. She makes personal house visits which is very helpful postpartum when you do not want to go outside or suffering from baby blues. She showed us many useful positions to help my daughter get use to the flow of my milk and she started to nurse and nurse very well after that. Not only that but she is supportive after the visit as well by follow up with us and very responsive to the millions or text messages I sent her after that not only about my daughter but about breastfeeding in general. I would recommend her to anyone needing help, especially new moms. read more

Amy came highly recommended by a friend of a friend. I submitted my contact info via her website and left her a voicemail the following day. I never heard back, so I had to ask our pediatrician to recommend someone else. read more

After a week of successful breastfeeding, my newborn started having trouble latching on. I contacted Amy as soon as I started having problems and she made an appointment to meet with me the next day. I am so glad I contacted her! She is very knowledgeable and most importantly she was able to help me correct the mistakes I was making. Since meeting with her, I've been able to utilize what I've learned from her and I haven't had any trouble breastfeeding since. Amy is also very responsive and checks in just to make sure everything is still going well with breastfeeding and to see if I have any questions. I would highly recommend Amy to anyone having trouble breastfeeding and I would also recommend Amy to any new mom or mom to be looking to breastfeed! read more

Two weeks after my daughter was born we were still struggling with the proper latch and I was in extreme pain every time I fed her. She was gaining weight beautifully but I was completely miserable, frustrated and ready to give up. I was referred to Amy through the lactation consultant at our pediatrician's office as Amy was able to make an in-home visit. I called Amy and she was able to come over the next day. She saw what issues we were having and showed us the proper latch and positioning. She also was able to show other positions to use for breastfeeding along with soothing techniques like the swaddle. Amy kept in contact via text and when I was still having trouble, she offered to stop in again the next day to address the issues. Would highly recommend Amy to all new expectant mothers who plan to breastfeed. She was very encouraging and enthusiastic! Try to get in touch with her as soon as you're home from the hospital - don't hesitate to get help like I did! read more

My newborn baby had lost too much weight in her first week and my pediatrician told me to start supplementing with formula until her weight increased. I had been breastfeeding, but was having trouble getting her to stay awake, latch correctly and eat enough to increase/maintain my supply. I heard of Thrive and Amy through a friend who posted on LLL for help. Amy was incredibly helpful. She came to my house and weighed my baby before and after she nursed. She helped me with positioning and latch and we came to find out my baby was still only eating about 1 ounce from the breast. Amy recommended I pump after I nurse to help increase my supply, in case that was the issue. Since then, my supply has significantly increased, and my newborn will now nurse for 25-35 minutes, as opposed to 10-15. On top of her helpfulness, Amy in no way pressures you to do anything. She listens to what YOU want, while at the same time, thinking about what's best for baby. She understood that the most important thing for my baby was for her to return to a healthy weight and if it came down to it, supplementing would have to be a last resort option. I never felt any pressure from her, as some of my friends have experienced with some more extreme lactation consultants. I have since been back to the doctor with my girl and she has managed to gain back the whole pound she lost in just one week. I highly recommend Amy and Thrive, my stress level has dramatically decreased since she came to help out. read more

My pediatrician suggested I reach out to Amy for some assistance with breastfeeding my 7-day-old son. We had no idea how much he was actually consuming at the breast and our current feeding plan was not sustainable long term, or short term for that matter. I contacted Amy, she responded immediately, and was at our home the next day. Amy was incredibly helpful, professional and most importantly encouraging. She showed me the right way to position myself and my son for successful feedings, weighed my son before and after a feeding to understand the amount transferred, and most importantly helped me create a routine that worked for me. I can't recommend Amy enough and encourage any mom to contact Amy. It will make a world of difference. read more

Just. Do. It. Best decision we made was calling Amy for help. She was recommended by our pediatrician for help with our 5 day old daughter. Amy was in contact with me via text from the day we left the hospital, helped us determine the best time to have her come to our home while encouraging me all the way. During our visit she was energetic, positive, incredibly knowledgable, and professional. She helped us learn a way to breastfeed baby that was customized to her and our situation, offered help with creating a pumping schedule in a few weeks when baby is older, and followed up with us via text to make sure the plan we created was working. Working with Amy was more like having a friend come over and teach you how to do something important, rather than some medical or other appointment with a stranger. In a situation like learning how to breastfeed, that is the kind of experience a new mom wants. It was the experience I had and I am so grateful for it!! read more

At our 3 day old check-up, our pediatrician recommended we talk to Amy because our daughter had lost close to 10% of her birth weight. I had also been experiencing extreme discomfort while breastfeeding but everyone at the hospital said she was latching properly. We had only gotten less than 3 hours of sleep the past 2 nights b/c our daughter's feeding schedule was around the clock and unsustainable so we were in a bad place and needed help. Amy got back to me within the hour and even came to our house late that same night because I had told her how painful breastfeeding had been. She confirmed that our technique needed work, worked with me on how proper latching technique, and also helped us put together a road map to fix our daughter's feeding schedule so it was more normal and sustainable. We saw a marked improvement the next day and, though it took some time, my nipples have made a full recovery! Amy's knowledge were exactly what we needed. Her straightforward and enthusiastic demeanor were great and gave us hope. By the next week, our daughter "made weight" and had already gained over 1.5 lbs! I highly recommend working with Thrive Breastfeeding and am so glad we found Amy. read more

We had our first visit with Amy this morning and she gave me a plan to try to get my newborn on a feeding schedule and me on a pumping schedule. She is very nice and seems knowledgeable. read more

I reached out for a consultation, as I am a first time mom and needed support. I received a response, only asking me where I live and I quickly responded. One week later, I have not heard anything. I'm sure this is a great resource, but I find it rather unprofessional to ignore potential clients. read more

Had an amazing experience with Amy! I was an underproducer with a baby who wouldn't latch so was using the shield until I met Amy. She got me off the shield, fixed my LO's latch and now I am producing enough breastmilk and not having to supplement with formula! She responded from her vacation to my request and texted with me! Thanks Amy! read more

When my son had trouble breastfeeding, we contacted Amy quickly. He had weight gain problems, struggled to latch, and developed some bad habits before we discovered he was tongue-tied. I was injured & in pain, and very frustrated with using nipple shield and frequent pumping. Amy returned my phone call from her vacation, and did our in-home consult on Labor Day Monday. She got the baby to latch comfortably without the shield, helped heal my injuries, helped reduce my pumping time & need, and cheered us on throughout. She checks in frequently via text,and is easy to contact if you're having trouble or need advice. While she's easy to work with, she is also very knowledgeable and thorough (our pediatrician commented that her report to them was among the most thorough the practice had received). She's passionate and supportive,and I am grateful for her help. read more