Even though breastfeeding is natural, it doesn’t always come naturally. It can be challenging.
In addition to learning how to be a mom, you’re learning how to feed your new baby.How Can We Help?
Many mothers have questions about breastfeeding and what to expect in the early weeks. While breastfeeding is natural, it’s also a learned skill—unique to every mother and baby. For some, it doesn’t come easily at first, and that’s completely normal. When things feel difficult, support is available.
It often takes 2 to 4 weeks for breastfeeding to truly get established. During this time, it’s common to experience pain, challenges with latching, exhaustion, and feelings of confusion or isolation. Some mothers consider giving up—not because they don’t want to breastfeed, but because they’re overwhelmed and unsure where to turn.
That’s where I come in. I offer private, one-on-one lactation consults designed to meet your individual needs. With over 27 years of experience as an IBCLC, I provide professional, compassionate, and evidence-based support. Together, we’ll work through the challenges so you can feel confident and supported in your breastfeeding journey.
Common Breastfeeding Challenges We Address
You may benefit from a lactation consultation if you are experiencing:
- Difficulty with latch
- Engorgement
- Your baby is not gaining weight well
- Your baby has jaundice
- Breast pain or nipple pain
- Low milk supply
- Oversupply or overproduction of milk
- Plugged ducts
- Mastitis
- Questions about how your partner can support your breastfeeding journey
Breastfeeding support is also available for:
- Tandem nursing
- Breastfeeding while working
- Safe and gentle weaning
What is an IBCLC?
An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) is a healthcare professional who specializes in the clinical care and management of breastfeeding. IBCLCs are credentialed by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE), under the guidance of the U.S. National Commission for Certifying Agencies. They work in a variety of healthcare settings—including hospitals, pediatric offices, public health clinics, and private practice—offering expert breastfeeding support to families.
What people are saying about Lori J. Isenstadt, IBCLC
“Lori is truly the Mercedes in the breastfeeding community 🙂 Lori was there on day 2 of my baby girl’s life. She asked me to demonstrate the feeding that my baby and I were sharing. After a close watch she suggested a change. That change saved both my breasts from pain and my baby from starvation! Lori will be there right after delivery for my future child”
“I would highly recommend Lori to anyone struggling with breastfeeding. Lori was extremely informative and made me feel comfortable and confident that we could improve our situation. She answered all my questions and made sure to follow up after the appointment with helpful information and videos. Thank you Lori!”
“I didn’t think I needed to take a breast feeding class because breast feeding is so natural. My doctor recommended Lori’s class to me and I’m glad she did. My husband and I had a one on one class/meeting due to my husbands crazy work schedule. Lori was super nice and made us feel so comfortable and answered any silly questions I had. She taught us tons, things I wouldn’t have even thought of. It was well worth the time and money!”
Breastfeeding Support, Right When You Need It
Whether you’re preparing for breastfeeding during pregnancy or navigating the early days with your newborn, I’m here to help. I offer private lactation consultations in the comfort of your home—or virtually, if that’s easier for you.
You can schedule a prenatal consult to get ready before baby arrives, or take my online breastfeeding class (launching soon!) to build your confidence and know what to expect.
Already in the thick of it? I’ve helped hundreds of families with breastfeeding problems such as:
- Low milk supply or oversupply
- Latching difficulties
- Painful breastfeeding
- Engorgement
- Suspected tongue-tie
- Pumping questions
- …and all those “is this normal?” moments
If you’re returning to work, we’ll make a plan together so you feel ready and supported as a pumping and working mom.
Serving Breastfeeding Families Throughout the Greater Phoenix area
I offer in-home lactation consultations throughout the Greater Phoenix area to support breastfeeding mothers right where they are.
Home visit service areas include (but are not limited to):
Phoenix (Downtown, Central, Metro), Glendale, Peoria, Surprise, Sun City, Waddell, Wittmann, Buckeye, Avondale, Goodyear, Litchfield Park, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Tempe, Anthem, Cave Creek, Carefree, Deer Valley, and Wickenburg.
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Lori J Isenstadt IBCLC
Lori is a huge breastfeeding supporter. She has spent much of her adult life working in the maternal health field. Once she became turned on to birth and became a childbirth educator, there was no stopping her love of working with families during their childbearing years.
Lori became a Birth doula and a Postpartum doula and soon became a lactation consultant. She has been helping moms and babies with breastfeeding for over 27 years. Lori founded her private practice, All About Breastfeeding where she meets with moms one on one to help solve their breastfeeding challenges. She helps families prenatally prepare for breastfeeding. Lori also helps when the baby is here and breastfeeding challenges arise.
She is an international speaker, book author and the host of the popular itunes podcast, All About Breastfeeding, the place where the girls hang out. You can reach Lori by email at: aabreastfeeding@hotmail.com