Heather Elkins, IBCLC
RootLove Lactation Services

[board-certified lactation consultant and infant feeding expert]

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An expert and dedicated partner, empowering you on your journey to nourish your child.

I value supporting your family in achieving personalized infant feeding goals. As a board-certified lactation counselor (IBCLC), I provide evidence-based care, rooted in science but equally rooted in what works best for your and your child’s individual needs. I meet you where you’re at, tailoring a care plan without any “shoulds”–whether you’re considering infant feeding during the prenatal stage, celebrating the arrival of your newborn, or are already on the path of nourishing your child through breastfeeding, exclusive pumping, formula feeding, introducing solid foods, or any combination thereof. Feeding support is available in the comfort of your home, virtually, or at my office within the Joy Collective.  I’m honored to be included in such a sacred time of your family’s life.

PRENATAL CONSULTATION​
Whether you're expecting your first baby or growing your family, a prenatal consultation is a thoughtful and empowering way to prepare for a successful feeding journey. This session offers space to explore your hopes, questions, and concerns in a supportive, personalized setting. 

A consultation also makes a meaningful addition to any baby registry or a beautiful, heartfelt gift for expectant parents—an investment in confidence, clarity, and connection during this life-changing time.
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WHY HIRE AN IBCLC?
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A board-certified lactation consultant (IBCLC) represents the highest standard of expertise in lactation and infant feeding training. Working alongside your healthcare team, an IBCLC ensures you receive optimal care, especially in challenging or complex situations. Seeking professional help when it comes to feeding your child can help you overcome the many challenges that may arise.

Lactation consultants do so much more than check your baby’s latch. Here are some infant feeding issues & education that I can help with:
  • Identify the cause of breast or nipple pain that you’re having (from plugged ducts, engorgement, mastitis, etc.) and providing you with a treatment plan to feel better​
  • Assess and correct latch and positioning challenges
  • Assist with post-frenotomy (tongue-tie release) oral exercises and suck training
  • Manage slow weight gain in a way that protects and preserves breastfeeding
  • Strategies for safe and effective supplementation
  • Support for pumping, including exclusive pumping
  • Treatment for oversupply and overactive letdown
  • Manage baby’s acid reflux
  • Learn ways to interact with your baby to promote optimal development, including healthy eating and sleeping habits
  • Induced lactation, re-lactation, and chestfeeding
  • Prenatal preparation for breastfeeding
  • Support for adjusting to new parenthood
  • Create a plan for when you return to work
  • Start your baby on solids in an age-appropriate manner
ABOUT HEATHER ELKINS, IBCLC

​The birth of my son in 2013 introduced me to the fascinating world of lactation as I navigated the initial challenges of breastfeeding and ultimately found joy in nurturing him. This experience inspired me to volunteer as a breastfeeding peer counselor for Boulder County’s Women, Infants & Children (WIC) program.

I found great fulfillment in supporting WIC participants in nourishing their babies and navigating feeding challenges. My interest in lactation and infant feeding deepened, leading me to become a Certified Lactation Counselor in 2015 after completing a 40-hour lactation training through the Healthy Children Project’s Center for Breastfeeding. I then pursued board certification through the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners from 2015 to 2018. This journey included 90 hours of specialized education and 500 mentored clinical internship hours, where I gained hands-on experience working with parents and babies across various aspects of lactation and infant feeding management. During this time, I trained under Amanda Ogden at the Mama’hood in Denver, Colorado.

​I founded RootLove Lactation Services in January 2019 to provide families with high-quality, personalized lactation and infant feeding support.
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Now a mother of two—my daughter was born in 2015—I live with my family and beloved sheepdog, Gertie, in Boulder, Colorado. Alongside deepening my knowledge of lactation and infant feeding, I love running, hiking, camping in Colorado’s mountains, baking, and watching my children grow.
 Inclusive Practice
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