I've loved babies since I was one (or at least, that's what it feels like).

Some children love animals, rainbows and unicorns. For me it was babies. Since I was a little girl, I loved babies. I had baby dolls and all the supplies. I fed them, rocked them, and cared for them like they were real. They went with me everywhere. Little did I know, that my passion for nurturing babies would one day lead me do this as a professional. 

I have many titles - but my favorites are lactation consultant, registered nurse, and mom of 3.

I began my nursing career as a Labor and Delivery Nurse. After starting my own family, I taught childbirth classes and later co-hosted a support group for new mothers. Breastfeeding was a hot topic for new mothers. It piqued my inner nerdiness about this idea of 'the womanly art' of breastfeeding.

 I obtained my certification as a lactation consultant after the birth of my third baby - my 'challenge baby.' She refused to eat, was diagnosed with failure to thrive, and struggled to gain weight. We fought hard for every ounce the first year of her life. I learned many lessons from her.

Two years after that, I had my fourth baby: Susan Howard Lactation & Feeding Therapy. Starting my private practice was like growing, nurturing, and birthing a newborn. This practice was hatched with three basic goals: nurturing mothers, feeding babies, and supporting breastfeeding. 

(Also answers to "Baby whisperer")