Rachel Owens

Lactation Counseling and/or
Infant Oral Motor Coaching

Franklin & Mt. Juliet

Lactation Counseling

Overview:

Meet Rachel, our IBCLC with a master's in Human Lactation. She will provide a personalized session tailored to meet your needs, with ample time for questions and recommendations. Whether your baby is cuddled in your lap or enjoying a calm feeding session, our goal is to ensure that both mom and baby feel fully supported.

We evaluate the baby’s oral motor function alongside the nursing process, providing practical strategies to improve feeding and support mom and baby’s needs. Our approach focuses on helping babies achieve proper oral function and strong, coordinated muscle movement to support effective nursing, breathing, and swallowing. During a lactation consultation, we assess oral anatomy and function, including the tongue, lips, and facial muscles, and provide individualized guidance and exercises to help improve feeding comfort and efficiency.

The session supports the breastfeeding dyad, addressing challenges such as:

Poor latch
Tongue-tie
Difficulty transferring milk

*Check insurance coverage with the links below.

Locations and Availability:

Office Visits available at Mt. Juliet and Franklin offices.
Home Visits available within 20 miles of Mt. Juliet.
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
Hours 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Attend Rachel's free Lactation Support Group

What to Expect:

Preparation Tips:

For home visits, ensure the address in your SimplePractice account is accurate for home visits.
Complete all paperwork and medical history forms in advance, as these will be reviewed ahead of the appointment.
Please have your baby hungry and ready to eat during the appointment window so the consultant can observe a breastfeeding or pumping/feeding session.

Arriving at one of our locations:

Families check in and relax in the waiting area until the coach warmly invites them in.

During the Session:

Mom and baby will relax in a private, nurturing space with a comfortable nursing chair.
Rachel Owens, our lactation consultant (IBCLC), will:
- Observe a feeding session.
- Assess the baby’s oral motor function.
- Provide recommendations and oral motor exercises.(0-6 mo)
If using a breast pump, the fit of flanges can be assessed (ensure parts are clean and ready).

What Makes Our Offices Special

We strive to create a welcoming and family-friendly environment:

Quaint and Comfortable: Our offices include home-like furniture, cozy nursing chairs, toy boxes, and nearby restrooms for your convenience. Siblings are welcome.

Holistic Environment: In some locations, we share common spaces with other holistic providers, fostering a community-centered vibe.

Clean and Safe: We thoroughly disinfect all spaces and supplies between clients.

Client-Centered Care: Our team is sensitive to oral aversions and works patiently to build trust with every client.