About Kristen

 Kristen is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, (IBCLC). She has served the families of Temecula Valley and surrounding cities since 2014. Kristen is passionate about helping Moms succeed in breastfeeding and works with local pediatricians, doctors, and specialists to provide the best education and resources to the families she serves.

In 2014, Kristen established the Breast4Baby Breastfeeding Support Group in Murrieta, California. This is a free resource for Mothers in all stages of their breastfeeding journey from pregnancy to weaning and has helped hundreds of local Mothers breastfeed their babies with confidence and support.

Kristen and her husband, Jonathan reside in Temecula, California with their 3 children. Kristen breastfed each of her children, though it was not easy at times. Two of her children struggled with lip and tongue ties and her middle child spent his first few weeks in the NICU. Kristen understands breastfeeding is not without challenges. She is committed to helping Mom's succeed in meeting their breastfeeding goals.

Credentials and Accomplishments 

Improving Birth Network, Co-Leader, Murrieta Chapter 2018

IBCLC Master Class: Oral Habilitation of the Breastfeeding Dyad 2018

Big Latch On Co-Host 2017

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant  2017

Temecula Valley Birth and Baby Fair Event Coordinator 2017

Big Latch On Co-Host 2016

Big Latch On Host 2015

Breast4Baby Free Support Group Established 2014

Big Latch On Sponsor 2014

Clinical Lactation Specialist, Grow Our Own IBCLC Prep 2014

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