Liz Levy, RN, BSN, IBCLC
Breastfeeding/chestfeeding is a natural process but also a learning experience for both the parent and baby. Studies have shown that parents are more successful with breast/chest feeding if they have professional support from an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). IBCLCs, like myself, go through a rigorous educational program including specialized training in complex feeding issues and must pass a comprehensive exam before being certified. We also use the latest research to complement our practice and must re-certify every 5 years.
I graduated from the University of Kansas with degrees in Human Biology and Nursing and was a Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU) nurse for six and a half years. I have always been passionate about breastfeeding and loved to see the difference that human milk made for the babies I took care of in the NICU, leading me to become IBCLC certified in 2014.
My goal as a lactation consultant is to help you reach your goals. I aim to help babies not just gain weight and grow, but establish good oral function and feeding skills that will set them up for a lifetime of success, health, and wellness. Each family is different and I pride myself on being able to tailor my services to what works best for your family and your life. I offer group and private prenatal breast/chest feeding classes as well as postpartum lactation consultations.
While I can help with most breast/chest feeding and bottle feeding struggles, I specialize in pre- and post-revision oral tether (tongue tie, lip tie, buccal tie) management. I have both personal and professional experience with these complex issues and understand what it's like to be a parent navigating this journey. Both of my kids struggled with oral dysfunction and ties as infants. However, through hard work, determination, and fantastic collaborative care with a few area providers, my kids were able to breastfeed successfully, each for at least 2 years. I also have special training in oral function assessment and habilitation (helping with improvement in function of the tongue and mouth) and am listed as a preferred provider on the Kansas Tongue Tie Education Group. During each initial consult, I will perform a functional assessment of your baby's mouth to determine if referral to another oral tie professional or bodyworker is necessary and can help you coordinate the care team your baby will need to give them the best chance of feeding optimally.
Services:
-Group and private prenatal breast/chest feeding classes
-Postpartum lactation/feeding consultations
-Oral dysfunction and oral tie assessment
Please check out my social media for more great information on oral ties and lactation!
Still have questions? Check out my FAQs page!
I graduated from the University of Kansas with degrees in Human Biology and Nursing and was a Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU) nurse for six and a half years. I have always been passionate about breastfeeding and loved to see the difference that human milk made for the babies I took care of in the NICU, leading me to become IBCLC certified in 2014.
My goal as a lactation consultant is to help you reach your goals. I aim to help babies not just gain weight and grow, but establish good oral function and feeding skills that will set them up for a lifetime of success, health, and wellness. Each family is different and I pride myself on being able to tailor my services to what works best for your family and your life. I offer group and private prenatal breast/chest feeding classes as well as postpartum lactation consultations.
While I can help with most breast/chest feeding and bottle feeding struggles, I specialize in pre- and post-revision oral tether (tongue tie, lip tie, buccal tie) management. I have both personal and professional experience with these complex issues and understand what it's like to be a parent navigating this journey. Both of my kids struggled with oral dysfunction and ties as infants. However, through hard work, determination, and fantastic collaborative care with a few area providers, my kids were able to breastfeed successfully, each for at least 2 years. I also have special training in oral function assessment and habilitation (helping with improvement in function of the tongue and mouth) and am listed as a preferred provider on the Kansas Tongue Tie Education Group. During each initial consult, I will perform a functional assessment of your baby's mouth to determine if referral to another oral tie professional or bodyworker is necessary and can help you coordinate the care team your baby will need to give them the best chance of feeding optimally.
Services:
-Group and private prenatal breast/chest feeding classes
-Postpartum lactation/feeding consultations
-Oral dysfunction and oral tie assessment
Please check out my social media for more great information on oral ties and lactation!
Still have questions? Check out my FAQs page!
Conferences and training sessions attended:
-Tongue Tie Symposium (Gold Lactation)- Sept 2022, Sept 2021, Sept 2020, Sept 2019, Nov 2018, Oct 2017, Nov 2016
-Tummy Time Method Summit (Michelle Emanuel)- Dec 2021
-Herbal Support in Lactation and Infant Care for the Health Professional (Luna Lactation- Melissa Cole)- Sept/Oct 2020
-Oral Function: Assessment and Comprehensive Care Conference (Melissa Cole/Michelle Emanuel)- Sept 2019
-Breastfeeding Challenges and Management (GKCLCA)- Sept 2018
-The Other Breastfeeding Dyad: IBCLCs and Bodyworkers (Jennifer Tow)- Dec 2017
-Oral Habilitation of the Breastfeeding Dyad: A Master Class (Jennifer Tow)- Oct 2017
-Breastfeeding Practices (GKCLCA)- Sept 2017
Other Specialties:
-Latch issues
-Nipple and breast pain
-Premature infants
-Multiples
-Special situations (Down Syndrome, cleft lip/palate and other medical complications)
-Exclusive pumping/bottle feeding
-Returning to work (pumping, breastmilk storage, etc)
-Low milk supply/over supply
-Breast conditions (inverted nipples, previous breast surgeries, engorgement, plugged ducts, mastitis, etc)
-Tongue Tie Symposium (Gold Lactation)- Sept 2022, Sept 2021, Sept 2020, Sept 2019, Nov 2018, Oct 2017, Nov 2016
-Tummy Time Method Summit (Michelle Emanuel)- Dec 2021
-Herbal Support in Lactation and Infant Care for the Health Professional (Luna Lactation- Melissa Cole)- Sept/Oct 2020
-Oral Function: Assessment and Comprehensive Care Conference (Melissa Cole/Michelle Emanuel)- Sept 2019
-Breastfeeding Challenges and Management (GKCLCA)- Sept 2018
-The Other Breastfeeding Dyad: IBCLCs and Bodyworkers (Jennifer Tow)- Dec 2017
-Oral Habilitation of the Breastfeeding Dyad: A Master Class (Jennifer Tow)- Oct 2017
-Breastfeeding Practices (GKCLCA)- Sept 2017
Other Specialties:
-Latch issues
-Nipple and breast pain
-Premature infants
-Multiples
-Special situations (Down Syndrome, cleft lip/palate and other medical complications)
-Exclusive pumping/bottle feeding
-Returning to work (pumping, breastmilk storage, etc)
-Low milk supply/over supply
-Breast conditions (inverted nipples, previous breast surgeries, engorgement, plugged ducts, mastitis, etc)
Please check out the other wonderful providers at KC Well Nest:
-Carissa Stanton, MD: Mindful Pediatrics
-Cody Skinner, OTR/L: Flourishing Babies OT
-Carissa Stanton, MD: Mindful Pediatrics
-Cody Skinner, OTR/L: Flourishing Babies OT
LACTATION LIZ, LLC
lizlevy@lizslactation.com
lizlevy@lizslactation.com