Amy Black, IBCLC
703-405-9316
Northern Virginia
amyblackibclc@gmail.com
Welcome to Milk Matters Lactation
My name is Amy Black and I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). My goal is to assist families in their own homes with breastfeeding education, assistance and continuing needs. Breastfeeding problem solving, weight checks, multiples, premature to full term infants, returning to work, low supply, sore nipples, pumping, maternal mental health and more.
TESTIMONIALS
"The transition to being a mother is a tough one and while breastfeeding can be incredibly rewarding, it can also be very difficult. Breastfeeding was particularly challenging for me because our baby came six weeks early. And everyone seems to have an opinion about how and what you should feed your baby and that brings additional pressure. Amy immediately put me at ease, worked with me to identify my goals for breastfeeding and how to best achieve them. Best of all, there was no judgment, just support, expertise, and encouragement. Amy is a talented professional who not only helped me with breastfeeding but who also helped me enjoy the experience of being a mother. She has my highest recommendation."
Emily S., Washington, DC
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Amy was wonderful to work with and came highly recommended by our neighbors. We are so glad we got the opportunity to work with her and she was able to see us so soon to address our concerns with lactation and my daughter's difficulty gaining weight. She is easy to talk to and very knowledgeable. Amy put us at ease and the convenience of having her visit our home was the best part knowing we did not have to leave the house again for another appointment with a newborn baby! She addressed all of our questions and spent unrushed time with us to make sure we felt comfortable with breastfeeding and gave us a plan moving forward. If you're looking for high quality lactation services, Amy is the best!
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Jillian C., Alexandria, VA, Dec 2024
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Amy was amazing! She has amazing energy and goes above and beyond to support your lactation needs. It's evident that she is knowledgable in the field, and she makes the information digestible and easy to implement. She also went beyond lactation and discussed postpartum "baby blues" and ways to maintain self-care during the postpartum journey. Thank you so much Amy!
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Nia B., Alexandria VA, Nov 2024
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"We are brand new, first-time parents so our stress/anxiety level is a little high. We were a last minute apporintment and Amy arranged her personal needs (kids' school pickup) to stay late with us. She stayed with my wife well over two hours! She solved my wife's breastfeeding issues and baby had her first full meal! Amy is terrific and we will always be grateful for her assistance in our time of need."
​Michael C., Fairfax,, VA
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Thank you. Thank you. Thank you! We can hardly imagine our birth story without you as an integral presence. Your expertise, persistence, compassion, and generosity left a lasting impression on us. You are a tremendous gift to anyone in your care! Know that we will be forever thankful for the role you played in our journey as a family of three.
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Beth & Nic, Arlington, VA
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I (we) can't thank you enough for the time you spent with us. You were so much more than our lactation consultant; you calmed our fears, became our friend and saved us from some sleepless nights.
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Much love,
Rachel & Nick, VA
Amy is amazing! She is super kind and has been incredibly helpful in guiding me through my breastfeeding journey as a first time mom. She is patient, thorough, and incredibly knowledgeable about her field.
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Tayler W., Woodbridge, VA , Nov 2024
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Amy is phenomenal! She is truly passionate about her work and cares deeply about helping new mothers achieve their goals.
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Ally E., Fairfax, VA, Oct 2024
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Amy has been a phenomenal resource through my son’s struggle with breast feeding. After being let down by my previous lactation consultant, Amy came through and spent the time necessary to troubleshoot my son’s breast feeding issues. She taught my husband and I so much and gave us some confidence we desperately needed. Amy checked in on us throughout the following weeks to make sure our plan of care was still on track. You can tell she truly cares about her profession and her patients. Would highly recommend her to any mom!
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Kim H. , Fort Belvoir, VA , Dec 2024
"I'd seen many women struggle with breastfeeding, so I approached it warily. Amy encouraged me and helped me to develop a more positive attitude toward it.
From latching to weaning, she offered advice and support and fostered a rewarding breastfeeding experience for me and my babies."
​Jessica E., DeKalb, IL
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From the bottom of our hearts - we want to say thank you for everything you have done for our family. Your light-hearted, calm, caring and hilarious personality has seen us through the highs, lows and the unknown. You are such a pillar of strength for your patients and I'm forever thankful for your guidance with both of our children. You have left a lasting impression in our lives and we feel incredibly blessed to know you! Thank you so much for being you!!
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All our love, John & Tara, Annandale, VA