
Infant Feeding & Lactation Support
Empowering families, one feeding at a time.
Welcome!
NOURISHED | Lactation offers compassionate, professional, and individualized infant feeding & lactation support from a board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC). Home, Office, and Telehealth consultations available.
Our approach
We believe no one should have to navigate pregnancy or postpartum feeling unsupported. At NOURISHED, we believe in providing dedicated, professional support to every family. We are centered around individualized care, tailored to meet the unique needs of each dyad. We understand the emotional and physical aspects of feeding your baby. Our approach is empathetic, and fosters a supportive environment where our families can feel comfortable discussing their concerns. Our goal is for every family to feel empowered and confident feeding their baby, and have a rewarding feeding journey.

We can help
Guiding you through your feeding journey with expertise and compassionate care.
Flexible Options For Support
NOURISHED offers home visits throughout North King and Snohomish Counties, office visits in Arlington, and Telehealth appointments.
We also offer prenatal education classes both in-person and virtually.
Our services
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Home Visits
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Office Visits
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Support Groups
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Prenatal Education
Meet your IBCLC
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Amanda Riensche, LPN, IBCLC
Hello! I am Amanda, a devoted nurse and lactation consultant with a passion for nurturing new families on their lactation and infant feeding journey. With four wonderful kids of my own, I intimately understand the challenges and joys of the postpartum period, which allows me to bring both empathy and expertise to my practice.
I look forward to supporting you!
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Education & Accomplishments
University of California, San Diego- Extension Studies- International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)- 2023
University of California, San Diego- Extension Studies- Certified Lactation Educator (CLE)- 2021
Santa Barbara City College- Licensed Practical Nurse- 2012
Awarded for outstanding academic and clinical performance with the “Student of the Year” award for the nursing program at Santa Barbara City College
Presidents Honor Roll throughout the nursing program
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Experience
I have been supporting postpartum families since 2017 when I started working as a pediatric nurse. In 2021, I became a Certified Lactation Educator. In 2023, I became an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant.
I have completed additional training in:
-low milk supply
-bottle skills/refusal
-tethered oral tissues (tongue, lip, cheek ties)
-oral habilitation
-identifying infant sucking problems
-primitive reflexes
-pumping & flange sizing
and more.
I always stay up-to-date with the latest research to provide the best evidence-based lactation support possible.

Get started with NOURISHED today.

“My heartfelt passion for helping families navigate the postpartum period has driven me to continuously expand my knowledge and expertise. With my personal and professional experience, I am here to guide you through this wonderful adventure.”
-Amanda Riensche, LPN, IBCLC