Hire Me

As an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and Pediatric Clinical Health Educator with over 26 years experience, Michelle will come to your home to help with the early days of breastfeeding, baby care and transitioning to your new family. 

Your visit together will cover the basics of latching, positioning, supporting milk supply, pumping, bottle-feeding, supplies and much more! As your baby grows, Michelle can help guide you through introducing solid foods, transitioning back to work and sleep issues. 

Michelle also offers phone and digital support. 

Coastside Lactation is a fee-based service and will provide you with an insurance form to submit for reimbursement. 

*NOTE-Beginning Jan 1 2026, Although Aetna insurance gives 6 lactation visits, they no longer cover the full cost of lactation services. For families with Aetna insurance, there will be a $200 cost-share for a home visit.

*NOTE: Beginning Jan 1 2026, families with Meritain/Aetna through Meta, the home visit fee is due at the visit, and Michelle will provide you with an insurance form to submit for reimbursement.

Coastside Lactation serves the San Mateo County Coastside community, Pacifica, Daly City and the Mid-Peninsula including Palo Alto and surrounding cities. 

Fee Schedule

Home Visit: $329
Follow Up Home Visit: $229

Initial Phone Visit or Video Visit: $70 for 1 hour. NOTE: Aetna insurance will cover the full fee for a phone visit or video visit

Email and follow up phone or video support: Always free!