Welcome to Breastfeeding Medicine of Connecticut
Welcome! We’re so glad you’re here! Whether you’re a brand new parent or an experienced parent with older babies and toddlers, we’re here to help!
Our practice is staffed by medical providers and lactation consultants who are experts in infant feeding and breastfeeding concerns.
Our staff will work with you, your infant/toddler and family to create a comprehensive plan to help you achieve your feeding goals.
Lactation Consultation & Support In Connecticut
Our clinicians are highly skilled in working with families in managing infants or mothers with medical complications such as:
- Infant weight gain concerns
- Infants with tongue tie and other oral restrictions
- Milk production concerns (both too much and not enough)
- Breastfeeding difficulties including latching & positioning sore and/or cracked nipples breast pain plugged ducts mastitis
Our clinicians also have expertise in:
- Prenatal preparation for breastfeeding
- Feeding multiples
- Difficult to bottle feed babies
- Navigating a back to work plan
- Breast pumping concerns
- Weaning from breastfeeding or pumping
- Medication use during lactation
About Us
Our team, composed of medical professionals and lactation specialists with a deep understanding of infant nutrition and breastfeeding issues, is at your service.
Carolyn Levy, DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC, IBCLC
Carolyn believes in partnering with families to achieve their healthcare goals. With a deep devotion to pediatrics, adolescent health, and lactation, she coordinates individualized care for each family, ensuring that every visit is a collaborative step toward a child's optimal health. Her extensive experience allows her to support families in managing common childhood illnesses and chronic conditions, as well as providing expert guidance on breastfeeding and lactation.
Carolyn has a strong commitment to serving her community and beyond. She has dedicated her time and skills to medical mission work as well as local community-based health projects.
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP): University of Connecticut.
- Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP-PC): Board certification showcasing expertise in pediatric primary care.
- International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC): Demonstrates specialized skills and knowledge in managing lactation and breastfeeding.
- Master of Science in Nursing: Stonybrook University (summa cum laude).
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Southern Connecticut State University.
Liza Goldman Huertas, MD
Frequently Asked Questions
Need over the phone support now?
Call our lactation consultants at 203-672-4747. A caregiver will answer if available. If not, please leave a message, and we’ll return your call by the next day.
How should I prepare for my first appointment?
- Please ask your child's pediatrician to send us a copy of the most recent visit and/or growth charts before the visit.
- Expect about 1.5-2 hrs. total appt. time for a detailed consultation including history and exams for both you and your baby/babies.
- You will receive 2 different links for 2 different check-ins on your phone for 2 different patients (you and baby).
- Plan to arrive at the earliest time given for your two appointments.
- Please bring:
- Whatever you're currently using for baby's feeds (Ex: expressed milk, formula, bottle).
- Water and possibly a snack.
- Your pump if any questions about use, comfort, or fit.
- Any current medications you or baby need to take/use during appt.
- Your partner or other support person is welcome per your preference
What can I expect at a typical appointment?
Most breastfeeding/chestfeeding challenges involve both the mother/lactating parent and the baby/child and we will be seeing both of you during the visit (occasionally your baby/child doesn't need to be present, call if you're unsure and a provider will get back to you).Plan on your visit taking at least 1.5 hrs (first visits possibly longer, follow ups possibly shorter).During this visit time, our team will:
- Review the medical history for both you and your child
- Find out what your and baby's current challenges are
- Ask you what your goals are for you and baby
- Do specific exams of each of you – usually including observing a breastfeeding session with infant weight taken before and afterward
- Design or update your individualized plan with you and give (and/or send) you handouts that will help you address any issues and begin your journey toward your goals
- Arrange to follow up with you, as needed.
We want both you and your baby to have a healthy and enjoyable breastfeeding experience!
How can I get a breast pump?
Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, if you are returning to work or school or are having breastfeeding difficulties, insurance companies may provide you with a breast pump. This is based on your individual insurance contract and current deductible guidelines. Be sure to check with your insurance company about your coverage. Learn more.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement
As medical providers and lactation consultants, we have taken an oath to “Treat all clients equitably without regard to ability/disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, sex, ethnicity, race, national origin, political persuasion, marital status, geographic location, religion, socioeconomic status, age, within the legal framework of the respective geo-political region or setting” (IBCLC Code of Professional Conduct).
Breastfeeding Medicine of Connecticut welcomes people from all walks of life. We are an inclusive practice whose main focus is to help you and your family achieve your feeding goals. Families come in all shapes, sizes, and varieties whether chosen or biologically related.
We embrace the differences that make a person unique and special.
We respect the choices that you make as a family.
We foster an environment where you feel safe, heard, and supported.
We are committed to creating and maintaining a practice that embraces diversity in all forms: race, color, age, religion, ethnicity, sexuality, gender identity or expression, family or marital status, mental and physical abilities, and any other individual characteristics that make you, you!
By opening our minds and hearts to all, we have the ability to learn from you. Listening and learning from each other, we are working together to make positive, impactful changes thus leaving this world a better place for our children and their children.
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