Theresa R. Holland
MSN, BS, IBCLC, ICCE
Compassionate and experienced Lactation Consultant providing insurance covered lactation care in Hamilton County, IN, surrounding areas, and of course, online!
My Background
I graduated from both Butler University and Indiana University with Bachelor's degrees in Business and in Nursing. I later blended those two areas when earning a Master's degree in Nursing Administration.
I previously worked at Hendricks Health Hospital as the Lactation Consultant Coordinator and at Riverview Health Hospital as the Manager of Lactation and Childbirth Education Programs. I also served as the Coordinator of Childbirth Education for 4 IU Health Hospitals and completed 21 years with IU Health in both Lactation and Childbirth Education.
Years ago I conducted extensive research into the needs of late-preterm infants and had a Provisional Patent for a baby bottle & nipple design. This innovation allowed me to collaborate with IU Ventures to create an employee product review platform.
In addition to my current role for TLN, I also work for IU Health North as a RN Lactation Consultant on a PRN basis. I also currently serve as the VP of Operations for DeLisle Associates Ltd.
I am fully vaccinated, and I maintain current certifications for maternity, like CPR. I have over 25 years of experience as Certified RN in maternity care and am certified in Safe Sleep and Infant First Aid. I am also trained in Infant Massage and in Dr. Harvey Karp's Happiest Baby program.
I taught the Marvelous Multiples Program for decades at IU Health which guided moms of twins and even triplets home from the NICU with feeding, sleeping and even coping routines!
I have conducted Private Lactation Outpatient Appointments for decades in a hospital setting and now offer this in the convenience of your home through The Lactation Network, TLN.
I provide in-home and telehealth lactation support to new parents, helping them address nursing challenges. My passion is guiding new moms through the process of breastfeeding, easing their anxieties, and ensuring a positive feeding experience. This has always been an area where I excel, and I can't wait to help you and your new baby meet your feeding goals!
Education and Experience:
- ICCE-International Certified Childbirth Educator since 2000
- Certified pre and post natal Yoga Instructor since 2023
- MSN-Masters in Nursing since 2019. RN since 1995.
- IBCLC-International Board Certified Lactation Consultant since 2007
My Specialties:
- Building your milk supply
- Helping your newborn to nurse more efficiently
- Helping moms avoid common nursing pitfalls
- Combining nursing and bottle feeding with twins or more
- Helping newborns, who arrived early, to gain weight
- Helping you to thrive as a new mom!
Why choose lactation home visits with me?
Home & telehealth visits with weekend availability
I bring a scale and we do a pre and post feeding weight in oz and in lbs. We discuss nursing and even supplemental feedings to help baby gain weight, and we make a plan to increase your milk supply. Visits are typically one hour each and then charted in the HIPAA compliant TLN charting which includes a detailed nursing plan for each visit.
Evidence-based education from an experienced and certified RN
I utilize the current feeding policies from hospitals where I am employed for evidence-based advice. That is why local pediatricians refer me to new parents! Experienced as the Coordinator and Manager of Lactation and Childbirth Education.
Feeding plans for more parental sleep
All visits include coping, bonding, feeding & soothing baby techniques!
Reduced anxiety
Yoga stretches with your baby, and even pilates, for you to gain your muscle back and reduce anxiety!
Bring expert lactation help to your home
STEP ONE: See if your insurance covers free lactation visits with me, via The Lactation Network, TLN, or with Wildflower Health. They bill your insurance and make sure every visit is fully covered! When approved, we will be paired and then we can schedule a visit
STEP TWO: If your insurance does not work with TLN or Wildflower Health, reach out to me and we can arrange the visit, as I accept private payment.
STEP THREE: Request an appointment via my email: trhollandrn@sbcglobal.net
In partnership with Wildflower Health, I am now in-network with Cigna and accepting Cigna patients. Cigna patients are 100% covered for lactation appointments.
I'm also available for private pay if your insurance does not work with TLN or Wildflower Health, inquire with me about amount and Venmo options!
Testimonials
"Theresa has been an integral part of my breast-feeding journey with my firstborn son. She is an advocate and cheerleader, and an extremely educated Lactation Consultant with decades of experience spanning across multiple jobs in the specialty of mothers and babies. Not knowing what to expect with breast-feeding and facing multiple challenges along the way, Theresa approached every situation with empathy and research-backed suggestions and solutions. She took her time educating me about breastfeeding at our initial consult before I gave birth, which was a great way to start learning. Theresa's teaching span beyond lactation: she is certified to teach mother/baby yoga and led my son and I through a fabulous personalized yoga class that promoted movement and bonding!Our baby was born at 37 weeks and had lost too much weight within the first couple days after being born, and Theresa made her schedule flexible to come over and create a customized and rigorous feeding plan that supported my goal of exclusive breast-feeding. This plan, alongside Theresa's support, ultimately helped our son exceed his birthweight and he continues to be on a healthy trajectory with his weight and growth!I truly can't imagine persisting through my breast-feeding journey without Theresa. Thankfully, I don't have to! Postpartum life is really challenging, and Theresa has been such a positive light for me as I navigate this new chapter. I highly recommend her!"
- Savannah M.
"Theresa has provided invaluable support for us during my breastfeeding journey. My son was born 3 weeks early and took bottles in 1.5 hours. The LC I tried before her said exclusively breastfeeding was not a realistic goal for us, but Theresa said we could work towards it and didn't see a reason as to why that goal wouldn't work as long as I was willing to put the effort towards it. She broke it down into small problems. First, we focused on getting his bottle feedings to under 15 minutes while I pumped so I could get more rest and things were more manageable. Afterwards, we worked on bringing up my milk supply as well as breastfeeding positions and optimal positions for latching. A few months in, I now am able to exclusively nurse my son thanks to all of her support and guidance! I couldn't have done it without her expertise and encouragement."
- Brooke F.
"Working with Theresa has made my breastfeeding journey with my first child so much smoother and more enjoyable than I could have imagined! Theresa truly takes time to listen to and understand me, meeting me where I'm at and working with me to ensure that I meet my goals in a way that works for both me and my baby. She approaches breastfeeding holistically, focusing not just on the feeding itself but also on schedules, naps/sleeping, my health and well being, and my daughter's specific needs. Theresa empowers me to continue nourishing my daughter and continues to be available as a valuable resource to me and my family. I have absolutely loved working with and learning from her!"
- Alexa N.
"I loved working with Theresa. She offered solutions and suggestions that were easy to grasp as a new mom and improved my breastfeeding journey so much. She offered weighted feeds which helped ease any thoughts or questions on how feeds were going. She was comforting in any worry I had, and tailored suggestions based on what phase our baby was going through. When it came to going back to work, Theresa made pumping/bottle feeding at day care less intimidating and helped me plan to make it easier. Theresa was available over call and text outside of appointments which is invaluable to a new mom! She's very kind and my post partum journey has been much better with her advice and experienced guidance."
.- Erin
"Working with Theresa has been such a gift during this new season of motherhood. From our very first conversation, she radiated a caring, positive, and genuine energy that immediately put me at ease. As a brand-new mom who felt completely new to breastfeeding, I was overwhelmed—but she truly demystified the entire process.
She broke everything down into manageable steps and helped me create a clear game plan, which made each stage feel doable instead of intimidating. After our sessions, she provided comprehensive follow-up notes that I could reference anytime, which gave me so much confidence.
What meant the most was how invested she was in our journey—openly celebrating when things were going well and offering steady reassurance during moments like supply dips. With her guidance, I was able to build a small freezer stash and transition seamlessly back to work.
I'm grateful for her support and look forward to continuing to work with her as my baby transitions to solids. Theresa is an exceptional lactation consultant, and I cannot recommend her highly enough."
- Jennifer
"Working with Theresa has made me so much more confident in my breast-feeding journey with my first child. Theresa has been such an amazing resource and I wouldn't be where I'm at today without her constant support!
I first came to Theresa because my exclusively breast-fed baby wasn't gaining enough weight and we also couldn't get her to take bottles when I was away. Theresa was a great listener and provided wonderful advice and support. She was able to ensure that my baby latched well and was getting enough milk. She provided me with great tips and feeding schedules to help. My baby has been consistently gaining weight ever since! She also now takes bottles like a champ!
Theresa helped provide support and advice during our solid journey - which I was nervous about starting. With Theresa's support I felt much more confident!
Theresa has also helped me prepare for my first weekend away from my daughter. I feel much more prepared and at ease after speaking with Theresa. She provided great advice for pumping schedules and milk storage while I'm away.
She always answers my questions and concerns. I have absolutely loved working with Theresa! She is so kind, helpful and a great listener. I can't imagine going through this process without her! She has been such a wonderful, positive resource throughout my journey."