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(763) 308-8322

Northern Comfort Lactation

Northern Comfort LactationNorthern Comfort LactationNorthern Comfort Lactation

Serving parts of Minneapolis, western suburbs, Waconia, and St. Cloud.

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(763) 308-8322

Northern Comfort Lactation

Northern Comfort LactationNorthern Comfort LactationNorthern Comfort Lactation

Serving parts of Minneapolis, western suburbs, Waconia, and St. Cloud.

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Bottle or breast- feeding is my jam!

Wouldn't it be nice to get answers with someone who will come to you? I want to meet you where you are and help you achieve your feeding goals- whatever they are! 

Introduction

Meet Athena

I am an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant).  


I am passionate about helping parents meet their feeding goals with a holistic approach that considers mental and physical health for the breastfeeding dyad.

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Service Area

Western suburbs, parts of Minneapolis,  Waconia, St. Cloud, Monticello, Champlin, Long Lake, Delano, Buffalo, Cokato, and Orono. Other areas are dependent on my schedule. Please reach out- support is my priority!

athena@northerncomfortlactation.com

Plymouth, Minnesota

(763) 308-8322

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Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at athena@northerncomfortlactation.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Our mission at Northern Comfort Lactation is to help parents achieve their feeding goals, whatever they are! 


I seek to offer support and care with consideration for the physical and mental health as well as the lifestyle of each family. 

We offer in-home visits as well as telehealth consults. 

Athena is an IBCLC (international board certified lactation consultant) as well as a CLC (certified lactation counselor).

It's important to know who is caring for you. 


An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant is often referred to as the gold standard of lactation care. It requires more rigorous coursework and 300 clinical hours and will allow me to practice with a broader scope.


A Certified Lactation Counselor has 95 clinical hours and a smaller scope of practice than the IBCLC. 

We will be working with TLN (The Lactation Network) as early as September 2026.

Any breastmilk is beneficial for babies and parents' health! Set a goal and reach out for help if you need it. 

Of course! My mission is to offer support for parents to meet their feeding goals, whatever they are! I can advise on bottle feeding techniques as well as offer pumping tips and flange fittings.

Here is a quick checklist of things that can indicate baby is getting enough milk:k


1. Multiple wet diapers each day (pale in color).

2. Multiple stools per day (the expected number depends on the age of the baby).

3. Baby feeds more than 8 times in a 24 hour period.


Normal isn't perfect! There are ranges of normal depending on the age and individual factors for each dyad. 


Reach out with questions before making drastic changes to your feeding plans!

There is no single pump that is perfect. Bottom line: no pump can mimic a baby at the breast perfectly. That said, here is what to look for:


Wall adapter is more effective than battery powered. Battery options are important for flexibility, but should not be relied on exclusively.


Wearable pumps are generally less effective. While the convenience is sometimes worth it, make sure this isn't the only pump you plan on using if you plan on pumping regularly.


Spectra and Medela pumps have been around long enough to demonstrate consistency and are commonly covered by insurance and widely available.  


Flange fit is as important as the type of pump. If your pump output is in question, sometimes a different flange can improve your response for less money!

Under the Affordable Care Act, all insurance companies are required to provide coverage for a breast pump. 


Contact your insurance or...visit Milk Moms boutique. They specialize in breast pumps and supplies and work with all major insurance companies to get you what you need with less hassle. They can also advise you on the correct pump for your lifestyle and flange size. www.milkmoms.com

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Plymouth, Minnesota

(763) 354-9698

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