Yolanda Fortin Ph.D, IBCLC
I was born in the Midwest, and have lived in the South, the Northeast,
and now out West! I think living, loving, and learning in all these areas has made
me who I am today. So who am I? In my former life, I was a PhD neuroscientist. And then
I became a Mother. I was bitten by "the bug" a long time before I actually pursued my lactation education and doula training. As in all life journeys, it took me a while to recognize that nagging "bug" was my passion for helping Mothers and their babies achieve whatever goals THEY want to achieve. Life is hard and being a mother is harder still....sometimes we just need support that comes without judgement. I am here to offer
that if you need me. Along with some love.....free of charge.

Professional Training and Experience
LACTATION
I completed my lactation education and internship through the University of California-San Diego Lactation Consultant Program. After almost two years of study and a year of lactation internship in the hospital, I passed my board examinations to become an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. Completing my training was an amazing and humbling experience. Since then, I work primarily as a lactation consultant in hospital and private practice, and I have served as a lactation consultant for several OBs and pediatricians. I was also a breastfeeding educator and curriculum writer for Soul Food for Your Baby. I help support the clients of amazing local doulas, and midwives whenever they need me. It has been, and truly is my pleasure to spend time with powerful women as they transform into more powerful, dedicated, loving Mothers. Each client I have contributes just as much to me, as I do to them.
Personal Training and Experience