MEET THE MOMS
BEHIND BABY FEEDING EXPERTS
KYLA
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I hold a BS from Southern Illinois University- Edwardsville and a Master of Health Science from the University of Missouri. I’m also an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
I have a special interest in supporting families through low supply, oversupply, flange fitting, formula ingredient guidance, and navigating a smooth transition away from triple feeding.
More than anything, I love helping parents feel confident and supported, find relief, and discover feeding solutions that actually work for their real life.
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I’ve experienced two spontaneous labors and one planned C-section (thanks to a breech baby!)
I’ve breastfed all three of my babies, each with their own unique challenges that taught me so much:
My first: I learned the hard way about oversupply (before my IBCLC coursework taught me milk supply is not out of your control)
My second: refused bottles completely
My third: faced jaundice and required triple feeding
I approach feeding support with empathy, flexibility, and reassurance
One thing you’ll probably hear me say is: “You’re probably not going to screw it up.”
Translation—try not to stress; you have options, and we’ll figure out what feels right for you
SLP, IBCLC, FOUNDER
COURTNEY
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I earned my BS and Master’s degrees in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Central Missouri and later became an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
My clinical focus is on oral motor skills and tethered oral tissues, supporting families through bottle refusal, formula or combination feeding, and the transition home after a NICU stay.
I bring a function-focused, evidence-based approach while ensuring parents feel informed, supported, and confident in every step of their feeding journey.
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I’ve had two C-sections: one unplanned and one scheduled.
My babies were fed in very different ways, which has helped me support the families I meet with more empathy and understanding:
My first: a traumatic birth and low/no supply led us to exclusively formula feed. We worked through overfeeding, reflux, and bottle weaning challenges.
My second: started in the NICU with tube feedings, then donor milk for a bit, and finally exclusively breastfed for over a year.
I believe strongly in the power of therapy—for birthing and non-birthing parents!
Outside of work, I’m a grandma soul in a millennial body: I love quilting, sipping coffee on the porch, and filling my home with family photos and crocheted doilies.
One thing you’ll probably hear me ask is: “How’s your brain feeling?”
My goal is to make sure you feel empowered and fully understand the plan to reach your feeding goals.
SLP, IBCLC, CO-FOUNDER
OUR PROMISE
OUR PROMISE
At Baby Feeding Experts, our promise is simple: we support you in any type of feeding you choose for your baby, whether that’s breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, or formula feeding. We understand that every family’s needs and goals are unique, and we’re here to provide personalized guidance, encouragement, and practical solutions tailored just for you. No judgment, just evidence-based support to help you and your baby thrive.
FAQs
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Many parents work with to plan ahead while still pregnant or to troubleshoot feeding challenges with babies through toddlerhood. Some frequent struggles we treat are:
Coughing or gagging on milk flow
Unsettled/fussy baby; Colic or Gas
Difficulty staying latched to breast or bottle
Falling asleep at the breast before finished
Feel like feeding is a full time job, not sure when they’re hungry or full
Concerned about weight gain
Shrinking milk supply
Inability to open wide for latch
Painful latch
Recurrent clogs or mastitis
Refusing breast or bottle
Not transitioning to solids
Picky eating
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An SLP is a Speech Language Pathologist, a healthcare professional who specializes in diagnosing and treating speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders. Kyla and Courtney both have a master's degree in speech-language pathology, along with supervised clinical experience and passing a national certification exam.
An IBCLC is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, an expert who helps parents and families address breastfeeding and infant feeding challenges. To become an IBCLC, individuals must complete specific lactation education, accumulate clinical experience hours supporting breastfeeding families, and pass a rigorous certification exam. Training for an IBCLC includes coursework in human lactation, breastfeeding management, infant and young child nutrition, and physiology of lactation, along with practical hands-on experience. This specialized training enables IBCLCs to provide individualized support and solutions to help parents meet their infant feeding goals successfully.
With the above certifications and degrees, Kyla and Courtney have a well-rounded education and specialized training to identify and treat feeding challenges unique to each family.
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We primarily work with parents in a virtual consult setting, although we do offer in-person consults if you reside in the Washington, Missouri area. If this is your preference, please let us know when booking a consult and we can work to see you in-person!
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We do not accept insurance directly but can provide you with a detailed superbill that you can submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement.
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Yes! We absolutely love knowing that the parents and moms we work with have caring people in their lives who truly understand how important feeding support is for their journey.
FOLLOW ALONG
FOLLOW ALONG
