Melissa Cole, MS, IBCLC
Melissa Cole is a board-certified lactation consultant, neonatal oral-motor assessment professional, and clinical herbalist in private practice. Melissa is passionate about providing comprehensive, holistic lactation support and improving the level of clinical lactation skills for health professionals. She enjoys researching and writing on lactation and health-related topics. Her bachelor’s degree is in maternal/child health and lactation and her master’s degree is in therapeutic herbalism. Before pursuing her current path, Melissa’s background was in education and cultural arts, which has served her well in her work as a lactation consultant and healthcare educator. She loves living, working, and playing in the beautiful Pacific Northwest with her 3 children.