Michelle Fassell - Lactation Consultant

About Michelle

Welcome to you and your family! Being a parent is hard and can feel overwhelming even on the good days! You may feel like you have tried everything to feed your crying baby including changing nursing positions, latching deeply, or trying a new bottle. I am here to tell you that you are doing all the right things! Your attention and dedication to their needs shows how much you love them. Your early struggles do not mean that your infant feeding goals are doomed to fail. I know that you are a strong, capable person and are a family who will succeed. I believe everyone can overcome obstacles to achieve their infant feeding goals with a community of support. Let’s work together to navigate the challenges, explore possible solutions, and discover tools to help empower you towards your goals!

Lactation Consultant services

Accepted insurance

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) Cigna UnitedHealthcare Message Michelle to confirm coverage for your plan.

Your Milk Story Lactation Consulting partners with The Lactation Network (TLN) to provide insurance coverage for prenatal and postpartum lactation consultations through your insurance provider. TLN currently accepts many Blue Cross/Blue Shield PPO plans, Anthem PPO plans, Cigna PPO plans, Multiplan PPO/POS, Provider Network of America (PNOA) plans, United Healthcare (UHC) PPO and some HMO plans (in-person consultations only). Please note, there are some exceptions for coverage in these plans. To check your eligibility, click the link below to input your insurance details. Eligibility is usually confirmed within 24 hours. Once your insurance coverage is confirmed by TLN, we will send you an email or call by phone to set up your consultation.

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

IBCLC (2022)
CEIM (2023)

Education

MA (2000)
BS (1995)

Memberships and affiliations

USLCA
ILCA
Infant Massage USA

Languages

English

Credentials

CBS CEIM IBCLC MA

Specialties

Birth and Lactation Breastfeeding Support Evidence-Based Care Infant Care Lactation Consultation Latch Issues LGBTQ+ Low Milk Supply/Over Supply Massage Multiples Newborn Care Nipple and Breast Pain Parenting Parenting Support Postpartum Adjustment Postpartum Care Postpartum Life Babywearing Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Breastfeeding Consultation Lactation Home Visits Oral Dysfunction Prenatal Lactation Education Returning to work (pumping, breastmilk storage, etc) Telehealth

Frequently asked questions

Does Michelle accept insurance?

Michelle lists Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare as accepted insurance. Message Michelle to confirm coverage for your plan.