An Amazing Lactation Journey Awaits
Shanelle Franklin,
Lactation consultant
BSN, RN, IBCLC
Shanelle Franklin,
Lactation consultant
BSN, RN, IBCLC
Your nipples hurt, your breasts feel like bricks, and (surprise, surprise) the baby is wailing… again. You know deep down that breastfeeding is supposedly natural and the best way to feed your baby, but in the moment, it can feel like anything but that! How long can you keep all of this up and still maintain some level of sanity?
Those first few weeks after bringing home a little one are admittedly exhausting. Your baby is likely the life of the party throughout the night and all tuckered out by the time the sun rises and it’s time to start your day. Add breastfeeding challenges to the mix and you have the perfect recipe for one frazzled parent.
Take a breath. I’ve been there too, and want you to know that it gets better! It may seem like moving mountains in the beginning, but together, we can work to meet your goals. As an experienced registered nurse and internationally board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC), I've helped hundreds of families to navigate the challenges of the newborn period. It's my passion! I offer telehealth and in-person consultations to assist you in your lactation journey at no cost to you*. Whether still pregnant and seeking education or your sweet baby is already here, I am dedicated to providing you with expert care so that you feel confident in feeding your little one.
*through eligible insurance
I accept many insurance options! Click below to check your eligibility for my insurance-covered care through
The Lactation Network (TLN) if you have the following insurance plans: Anthem PPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, VA
OptumEast, Premera, Regence, UnitedHealthcare PPO and HMO, UMR, Oxford, or a plan that includes MultiPlan
or PNOA on your insurance card
For Cigna insurance plans, click the link below to check your eligibility for insurance-covered care through Wildflower Health.
Hi! I’m Shanelle, your trusted partner in care. I have been working with breastfeeding families for several years, both in hospital and outpatient as a registered nurse and internationally board certified lactation consultant.
I help families with challenges with breastfeeding/using the pump, provide guidance on topics like growth spurts, returning to work, starting solids, weaning, etc and provide general education.
I am happy to meet families where they are and draw from my professional and personal experiences (as a mother of one sweet girl) in my work.
I believe in the power of positivity and have seen how it can be transformative during challenging periods.
My daughter enjoying a midday picnic. I strongly believe in normalizing breastfeeding in public but support all families in their preferences.
That double chin is one my proudest accomplishments. It’s amazing what our bodies can do!
Phone: (301) 410-0070 Email: Shanelle@milky-weigh.com
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