Lactation Care

Breast/chestfeeding, bottle, and pump consults and education

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One Team Caring for the Whole You

We believe it takes a community to elevate maternal and infant care. That’s why our entire team—from nurses, doulas, and lactation experts to care coordinators, marketing, product, tech, and leadership—unites behind one mission: ensuring you have the support, knowledge, and compassion you need, every step of the way.

Jennifer Yamada

She/Her

Lactation Care
IBCLS

Nurturing families with 20 years of parenting education, empowering every parent through inclusive, compassionate lactation support.

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Jenn serves as Mahmee’s Senior Lactation Consultant and Lactation Team Manager. She’s dedicated more than 20 years to teaching parenting education, and over the last several years has specialized in breast/chestfeeding support. A graduate of the Lactation Consultant Program at UC San Diego, Jennifer excels at guiding families through mental health challenges, sibling dynamics, and co-parenting or single-parenting scenarios. She believes every baby deserves a parent who feels truly supported and nourished—an ethos that informs her personalized approach for anxious or overwhelmed new mothers. Beyond her clinical work, Jennifer enjoys sewing, baking, and crafting jewelry from broken china, bringing creativity and warmth to all she does.

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Susan Lopez

She/Her

Lactation Care
MPH, IBCLC

Empowering new parents with 14 years of public health and lactation expertise, helping every family thrive through human milk feeding.

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Susan Lopez, MPH, IBCLC, has 14 years of experience supporting diverse families across Los Angeles, including through programs like WIC and Welcome Baby. Driven by a passion for public health, she believes human milk feeding is key to improving maternal and infant outcomes. Susan brings a strong background in motivational interviewing and community education, ensuring new parents feel informed and confident. Off the clock, she’s a proud dog lover who dotes on her mini pinscher, Spencer.

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Arden Van Amburg

She/Her

Lactation Care
IBCLC

Blending 14 years of lactation expertise with unwavering positivity, ensuring every family feels confident and nurtured along their feeding journey.

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Arden has dedicated more than 14 years to supporting parents and babies through evidence-based lactation care. Her practice combines practical solutions, empathetic listening, and an unshakable sense of optimism to guide families through the highs and lows of feeding—whether they’re tackling complex challenges or refining everyday techniques. Arden’s philosophy is inspired by her mother’s advice to “Do what you love, and make your corner of the world a better place,” which she embodies by always seeking the “rainbows” after any storm. Her goal is simple: ensure every family feels truly confident, nurtured, and ready to thrive during one of life’s most transformative journeys.

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Heather Shabestari

She/Her

Lactation Care
BS, IBCLC, CEIM

Combining science-backed expertise with genuine compassion, empowering families through newborn feeding challenges for over 10 years.

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Heather has worked in lactation for more than a decade—developing deep expertise in tethered oral tissues (TOTS) and the complex feeding issues they cause. Guided by her own experiences and a passion for combining interpersonal connection with evidence-based care, she offers personalized plans that meet families where they are. Beyond lactation, Heather loves spending time outdoors with her family, heading to the mountains in winter, and doting on her energetic dog, Bentley. Her philosophy is simple: “Live your life knowing tomorrow is never guaranteed.”

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Victoria Maquieira

She/Her

Lactation Care
IBCLC

Blending 8 years of NICU nursing and lactation expertise, ensuring families receive personalized, respectful feeding support.

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Victoria spent her early career as a NICU nurse and lactation consultant in Argentina, caring for extreme preemies, babies with genetic or neurological conditions, and jaundiced newborns. Guided by a family legacy of physicians, she discovered her passion for providing comprehensive feeding support during pregnancy and postpartum—a pivotal stage where respectful, personalized care matters most. Skilled at spotting potential risks and offering prompt interventions, Victoria is especially adept at helping families who’ve had NICU stays. In her free time, she channels her creativity through pottery and DIY projects, a testament to her hands-on approach both in and out of the hospital.

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Lisa Kutzing

She/Her

Lactation Care
RN, IBCLC

Supporting new parents with 20+ years of pediatric, NICU, and postpartum expertise, ensuring every family feels truly seen and supported.

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Lisa brings over two decades of experience spanning pediatrics, NICU, and postpartum home visits. Her passion for lactation support took root after struggling to feed her first child in 2013, when caring consultants made all the difference in her success—and sanity. Recognizing how vulnerable the perinatal period can be for parents, Lisa feels honored to provide the strong support families need. A native New Yorker and proud Mets fan, she’s guided by Maya Angelou’s words: “People will never forget how you made them feel.”

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Nana Bozek

She/Her

Lactation Care
IBCLC, BSN

Providing evidence-based lactation support for new families, drawing on firsthand experience—including breastfeeding twins.

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Nana started her career on the Mother-Baby Unit, where she quickly discovered her passion for supporting parents through their earliest postpartum challenges. A mother of three—twins among them—she’s personally familiar with the joys and hurdles of breast/chestfeeding. She combines that real-world perspective with her clinical background to guide families toward confident, meaningful feeding journeys. By blending empathy and evidence-based strategies, Nana ensures every parent feels empowered from the first latch onward.

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Lulit Gabre

She/Her

Lactation Care
IBCLC

Merging a geneticist’s precision with a mother’s compassion, ensuring new parents receive science-based lactation support.

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Lulit began her career in a cytogenetics lab, analyzing chromosomes and uncovering genetic insights for expecting parents. But her firsthand experiences as a stay-at-home mother to three children—including the ups and downs of infant feeding and postpartum recovery—sparked a deeper passion for maternal health. Now, with five years of lactation consulting under her belt, Lulit strives to align each family’s unique goals and circumstances with evidence-based strategies. She views breastfeeding as more than nourishment; it’s a source of bonding, comfort, and well-being for both baby and parent. When she’s not guiding new mothers, Lulit enjoys reading, cooking, and celebrating the joys of a well-supported postpartum journey.

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What to Expect at Every Stage

Our expert lactation care team provides tailored guidance and support, no matter where you are in your journey. Here’s what you can expect during Mahmee lactation appointments at every stage.

Pregnancy

Preparing for Your Feeding Journey

During pregnancy, we help you lay the foundation for successful breastfeeding

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What We Do

During your appointment, we’ll introduce you to the basics of breastfeeding, discuss your unique anatomy and goals, and create a personalized plan to set you up for success.

Common Topics

Preparing for your baby’s first latch, understanding how your body produces milk, and addressing concerns like flat or inverted nipples.

Goal

Ensure you feel educated, prepared, and confident about breastfeeding even before your baby arrives.

birth

Navigating the Early Days

The birth stage is all about getting started with breastfeeding

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What We Do

We’ll guide you through your baby’s first feedings, ensuring they latch comfortably and effectively, while addressing any immediate breastfeeding challenges.

Common Topics

Establishing milk supply, troubleshooting latching difficulties, and managing engorgement or soreness.

Goal

Help you and your baby find your rhythm so you can start breastfeeding with ease and comfort.

postpartum

Building Confidence and Overcoming Challenges

The postpartum stage is when breastfeeding becomes part of your routine

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What We Do

During postpartum appointments, we’ll assess your baby’s feeding patterns, address any ongoing issues, and refine your breastfeeding plan as needed.

Common Topics

Milk supply management, pumping and storing milk, and balancing breastfeeding with your daily routine.

Goal

Equip you with practical strategies to confidently meet your baby’s nutritional needs and make breastfeeding a sustainable part of your life.

year 1 & beyond

Sustaining and Adapting Your Feeding Plan

Your baby’s first year and beyond comes with its own feeding milestones

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What We Do

We’ll support you through the transitions of feeding an older baby, providing guidance for teething, weaning, or extended breastfeeding.

Common Topics

Adjusting feedings as solids are introduced, managing biting or distraction, and planning for weaning.

Goal

Ensure you have the knowledge and tools to sustain or transition from breastfeeding in a way that aligns with your family’s needs and goals.

Clear, affordable pricing

Mahmee is covered by most health insurance plans, and offers competitive cash prices when insurance coverage is not eligible

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Lactation Appointments

Virtual

$100

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  • Get expert support without needing to leave your house or office.
  • Perfect for quick questions, troubleshooting, or ongoing care.
  • Flexible scheduling to accommodate your lifestyle.

Office

$150

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  • Access hospital-grade tools and supplies like pumps and scales during your appointment.
  • A distraction-free space designed for comfort and focus.
  • Opportunity to try different feeding tools or techniques with your consultant’s guidance.

Home

$400

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  • Personalized support in the comfort & privacy of your own space.
  • Expert setup advice for your feeding and pumping area.
  • No need to pack up or travel—perfect for families with busy schedules or newborns adjusting to life at home.

Membership

Every appointment comes with one month of membership. Become a member for ongoing access to join group sessions and message with your care providers.

$30

/mo

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Expanding clinics across the nation.
Always available virtually.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose between Home, Office, and Virtual appointments?

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How do I find the right time to schedule a lactation appointment?

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Does insurance cover lactation appointments, or do I pay out of pocket?

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What’s included in a Mahmee membership?

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Find your reason to love Mahmee

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“It was really reassuring to have the Mahmee team. The support provided by all the providers has been excellent. The broad range of services that they offer really helped me feel confident in tackling the challenges that every new day brings.”

Kate, parent of one

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“This company was honestly the best part of my postpartum experience, and I’m so glad I came across them. I will continue to share with all the moms I know. I cannot thank this team enough for all they have done for me and helping me navigate through this new chapter of my life.”

Melissa E.

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“Thank goodness I ended up having a great support team. I honestly don’t know what I would have done without Mahmee. To have people to have my back and let me know you can get past this hurdle and it will be fine ... it just made it seem like there was light at the end of the tunnel.”

Jessica, parent of one

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“With Mahmee, I had a one stop shop and a place to go. Come here, get the answers and solve it. The Mahmee team gets it and makes you feel so much relief. That is a dream come true for a new mom.”

Heather, parent of two

Every parent deserves wraparound care they can trust.

At Mahmee, we’re on a mission to make the U.S. the best place in the world to give birth—one family at a time.

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