Breastfeeding Support at Momease with The Breastfeeding Center
Breastfeeding Support at Momease
Momease is proud to partner with The Breastfeeding Center to offer in-office lactation consultations at our Alexandria location! Whether you’re just beginning your breastfeeding journey or navigating challenges along the way, expert support is now available every Tuesday with Gina Boling, IBCLC and Clinical Director of The Breastfeeding Center.
Appointments are covered by most major insurance plans and can be scheduled directly through The Breastfeeding Center
About Breastfeeding
Our classes focus on breastfeeding. Before attending one of these seminars, we encourage you to read some of the advantages this has for newborns:
- Breastfed Babies Smell Better: The stools of a breastfed infant emit a less offensive odor compared to stools that contain baby formula. This is especially important when changing a diaper. Since you or the caregiver is less likely to have a disgusted expression, it aids in building a baby’s self-esteem.
- It Aids in Maintaining Healthy Skin: By and large, breastfed babies develop smoother skin than their formula-fed counterparts. Pediatricians notice that when a baby is breastfed, their body composition is more solid. A formula-fed child tends to develop rough or dry patches of skin, which can be signs of rashes or irritation.
- Breastfeeding Aids in Physical and Mental Development: DHA is a chemical that is critical in the development of a baby’s retina. Breast milk contains more DHA than formula. As a result, a breastfed baby will have more advanced visual acuity, leading to stronger vision.
Meet Your Lactation Consultant: Gina Boling, IBCLC
Gina Boling is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and the Clinical Director of The Breastfeeding Center. Gina provides practical, caring and non-judgmental support on your breastfeeding journey. She understands the early days of parenting can be overwhelming and will help you develop a plan that works for you to help you meet YOUR goals. Gina has advanced training in oral function, and is skilled at working with families who are having difficulty with latch, nipple pain, slow weight gain, and low milk supply. As a mother of twins, she especially enjoys working with parents of multiples.
Education & Experience:
- IBCLC with years of hands-on experience supporting families
- Specializes in newborn feeding challenges, tongue-tie assessments, plugged duct/mastitis management and prevention, oral assessment and habilitation (tongue and lip ties), oversupply and low supply of breastmilk, toddler nursing and weaning, inducing lactation, and more
- Passionate about making lactation support accessible and stress-free
Book your consultation today.
Meet Your Lactation Consultant: Vanessa Hanible, IBCLC
She provides compassionate, inclusive, and evidence-based care to families during the perinatal period, offering educational, emotional, and informational support as they transition into parenthood. Vanessa is passionate about creating a safe and empowering space for all families and is especially committed to supporting Black women in receiving equitable treatment within the healthcare system.
Vanessa offers both in-person support throughout the DMV area and virtual consultations for families around the world. Whether you’re navigating feeding challenges or looking for guidance with pumping, she’s here to help you feel confident and supported every step of the way.
Education & Experience:
- IBCLC with years of experience as a Full Spectrum Doula and lactation consultant
- Supports families with feeding and pumping concerns, from newborn through toddler stages
- Specializes in prenatal education, tongue-tie assessments, oral assessment and habilitation (tongue and lip ties), weaning, breast surgerys, flange fitting, and more
- Passionate about culturally competent care, equitable access to lactation support, and underserved communities
Top 10 Reasons to Schedule a Lactation Consultation
- Painful Nursing: If breastfeeding hurts, help is available! An IBCLC can assess latch, positioning, and potential causes of discomfort.
- Baby Not Gaining Weight: If weight gain is a concern, a lactation consultant can help troubleshoot feeding challenges.
- Oversupply or Forceful Letdown: Managing too much milk can be just as tricky as too little—get expert guidance to find balance.
- Low Milk Supply: Concerned about how much milk your baby is getting? We can assess and offer strategies to support a healthy supply.
- Tongue or Lip Tie Concerns: An IBCLC can assess for ties that may impact feeding and provide recommendations for next steps.
- Pump Questions & Flange Fittings: Make pumping more effective and comfortable with expert advice on sizing, schedules, and milk storage.
- Going Back to Work: Plan a pumping routine, build a freezer stash, and learn how to navigate breastfeeding while working.
- Weaning Guidance: Whether you’re ready to stop breastfeeding or just want to night wean, we provide gentle, informed strategies.
- Introducing Bottles or Starting Solids: Learn how to introduce bottles, transition to solids, and maintain breastfeeding along the way.
- General Peace of Mind: Whether things are going great or you just want reassurance, a lactation visit can boost your confidence!
Breastfeeding should be a rewarding experience for both you and your baby. If you need support, we’re here to help!
