Andrea is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) with a passion for dedication to supporting families through their breastfeeding journeys. She graduated with a Bachelor's of Science in Maternal Child Health and an undergraduate degree in Human Lactation, she brings over a decade of rich experience to her role. Andrea has made a remarkable impact through her work with the Women Infant and Children (WIC) program at the Lake County Health Department and provided lactation care at Condell Memorial Labor and Delivery. Her expertise encompasses latching support, perinatal disorders, infant growth, antenatal expression and kinesiology with a special focus on infant body work.

As a proud veteran of the United States Navy, Andrea’s journey took her from North Carolina to Virginia to Illinois with her family in 2021. Her passion lies in guiding and empowering mothers to embrace their breastfeeding experience, providing heartfelt support to help them nourish their babies with the extraordinary gift of breastmilk, no matter their feeding choices. Outside of her professional life, Andrea treasures her time with her husband of 13 years and their three beloved children—two sons and a daughter. Her unwavering commitment to both her family and her profession reflects her deep devotion to nurturing and supporting the growth of every family she encounters.