Lactation Consultants that Accept Aetna in Massachusetts

My name is Aarani Montanari and I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant with a passion for helping mamas, babies and families on their feeding journeys and the transition to new parenthood. My passion for helping moms began when I experienced my own difficult transition to motherhood in 2021. I struggled with breastfeeding my son and subsequently struggled with postpartum anxiety and depression. Finding an amazing IBCLC to help me reach my breastfeeding goals as well as finding a support system of new moms saved me and helped me discover the joy in motherhood. It is this experience that inspired me to become an IBCLC - I know how much of a difference it can make to have support in this vulnerable transition time to motherhood and I want you to know I am here for you every step of the way. I cannot wait to meet you and your sweet little one!

It's said that breastfeeding a baby is the most natural thing in the world, but it doesn't always come naturally. Like many new parents, I experienced a few challenges while breastfeeding my own children. I want to help others avoid or overcome similar difficulties, if possible. The nursing dyad is such a special relationship and I want as many people as possible to get a chance to experience it. Here in America, lactation consultants are often the only health professional visiting a new family in their home, and sometimes we are the only health care worker seeing a new mom in the first six weeks postpartum. I feel really lucky to be one of the first people to meet the new baby! An IBCLC is a unique professional for your family's unique needs. We are small parts sister, friend, nurse, doula, nutritionist, therapist, parenting coach, biology teacher, and detective! We are an important part of your postpartum support system!

I’m a compassionate lactation provider offering both virtual and in home consultations. There are so many factors within both the breastfeeding parent and baby that can impact the experience. I also practice infant craniosacral therapy, which is a very gentle manual therapy that can help release tension in the baby and optimize function for breastfeeding. I especially love offering continual care over the course of the breastfeeding journey. I am in network with Aetna, Mass General Brigham, United and Cigna.

Hi, My name is Jamie. I am a Pediatric Nurse (LPN), Internationally Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Postpartum Doula, Pediatric End of Life Doula and mother of 4 beautiful children. I have worked in various healthcare fields ranging from emergency medicine, primary care, hospice and lactation support since 2000. I have a passion for supporting families in all aspects of their pregnancy and postpartum journey. I realize each birth/ new addition to the family can look a little different to everyone. From birth, surrogacy, adoption to infant or pregnancy loss I’m here to provide non judgmental compassionate care and support. This new stage of life can feel exciting and overwhelming all at the same time. We will work together to answer your questions, ease your anxiety and fears. I believe education is the key to success and empowerment. I look forward to being a part of your team. You don’t have to do this alone, we’ve got this!!