Meet your lactation consultant
Hi! I’m Ellen Pavlacka, IBCLC, PCD(DONA)
It’s an absolute privilege to support families at every stage of their breastfeeding and infant feeding journeys—from prenatal through weaning and everything in between.
Nursing my first child was an incredibly eye-opening journey experiencing just how many emotions, logistics and challenges are involved in feeding a baby! This spawned a journey to become trained as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, and before returning to my roots in New York, I spent hundreds of hours working in both hospital and outpatient settings in Philadelphia. During that time, I partnered with many diverse families facing a wide range of feeding challenges.
Whether you’re breastfeeding, chestfeeding, pumping, relactating, or formula feeding, I am committed to finding solutions that meet your unique needs. I believe support should be personalized, respectful, and rooted in your real-life circumstances.
What drives me most is a deep love for listening and problem-solving together. I’m here to ensure you feel seen, understood, and confident in your feeding choices.
I’m also a bit of a lactation science nerd—there’s something truly magical about the way our bodies and babies work together!
If you’re looking for a partner on your feeding journey, I’d be honored to walk alongside you. Let’s connect and create a plan that works for you and your family.
Ongoing Training & Specialized Lactation Care
Lactation care doesn’t stop at certification. I regularly pursue advanced training in the issues families most often need help with.
Tongue Tie Assessment & Support (2024)
Low Milk Supply (2025)
Bottle Refusal & Bottle Aversion (2025)
Breast Inflammation, Engorgement & Mastitis (2025)
Reflexive Latching (2025)
Flange Sizing & Pump Fit (2025)
Oral Function & Feeding (2025)
Breastfeeding in the Context of Substance Use Disorder (2025)
Virtual Lactation Support Best Practices (2026)
What Clients Are Saying
