Lactation Consulting & Breastfeeding Support - In Clinic

Yoga Mamas offers one-on-one education and hands on assistance in a supportive and non-judgemental environment.
At our breastfeeding clinic, you will feel empowered to reach their unique breastfeeding goals.
Why an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant?
An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (I.B.C.L.C) has passed a fully accredited, rigorous 4-hour examination set by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE). Prerequisites for the board examination include thousands of hours of clinical work and dozens of educational credits in Anatomy & Physiology, Cultural Diversity, Psychology & Counselling, Child Development, Nutrition, among others. The IBLCE certification is recognized as the Gold Standard for health professionals working with breastfeeding women, and all I.B.C.L.C.s are required to adhere to IBLCE’s Professional Standards.

​You may benefit from investing in a Lactation Consult if: 
  • You are pregnant and have special circumstances (breast surgery, adoption, etc) you wish to address with a lactation specialist
  • You have sore nipples or breast pain
  • You are experiencing blocked ducts / mastitis
  • Your infant is experiencing slow weight gain 
  • You have been told your baby has a "tongue tie"
  • You are using a nipple shield
  • Your infant is "fussy"
  • You have been told you have low milk supply
  • You need to supplement
  • You are returning to work early or need to leave your baby and would like to learn the logistics around pumping ​and bottle-feeding
  • You are having twins!
  • You are ready to wean and would like to know how best to support yourself and your baby through the process. 
  • You hear yourself and others saying "breastfeeding is too difficult". ​
​60 Min Consultation & Treatment
$120 + HST
Can't find an appointment? Email us at [email protected]
Yoga Mamas Lactation Consults are offered by Nadia Bellio and Deena Zachs who are International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC).​
Other Services Offered by Our Lactation Consultants

Our Lactation Consultants

Sara Tomenson, Certified Breastfeeding Specialist

Sara is a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist, and Qualifying IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant). Additionally she has received training in Advanced Lactation Consulting, Low Milk Supply Specialization, Oral Motor Skills, and Flange Fitting for Pumping. She has completed an abundance of clinical hours under the guidance of Paola Vallarino (IBCLC).

She has been working closely with families and young children for 16 years and is passionate about supporting and helping families achieve their feeding goals. Whether you are seeking breastfeeding support, guidance on pumping, or assistance in overcoming lactation challenges, her expertise and experience allows her to deliver amazing care and support, ensuring that you and your baby receive the highest level of attention and care.
Gillian Hay, IBCLC, RN

Gillian is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and a Registered Nurse. With over 1500 hours of clinical breastfeeding experience, she is here to help you reach your feeding goals and can provide lactation support online, in person, and in the comfort of your own home.

Gillian completed her Bachelor’s of Nursing at Queen’s University and has a wealth of knowledge of breastfeeding and the postpartum journey through her experience as a Registered Nurse on the mother-baby ward. Gillian has over 200 hours of breastfeeding education and became a certified Lactation Consultant to provide hands-on, knowledge-based, calming guidance through her practice.

She is passionate about creating a relaxing, comfortable environment for you and your newborn to assist you in your breastfeeding journey and creating a feeding plan that feels best for you. Using a nurturing, holistic approach she provides her expertise in a non-judgmental way and can assist you through many challenges from poor latching, low milk supply, engorgement, weaning, and more. She is a compassionate, patient, kind person who is eager to help you and your baby have the best possible experience in your feeding journey.
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Deena Zacks, LC
Deena is a certified Lactation Consultant working towards her IBCLC. She provides prenatal classes, feeding support, and education on introducing solids online, in person and in the comfort of your home.

She has an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology from York University, completed the Breastfeeding program at Mohawk College and has over 500 hours of clinical. She has received extensive training in identifying tethered oral tissues (tongue and lip ties), clinical management of low milk supply and other feeding challenges.

She is dedicated to helping families achieve their feeding goals, whatever they may be. Every baby and family is unique and Deena is passionate about providing holistic and non-judgemental support to anyone in need.
Nadia Bellio, IBCLC 

Nadia is a Certified lactation consultant (IBCLC)  with 20 years of experience providing lactation support. Nadia initially trained as a doula and midwife apprentice in Peru and Argentina, before completing the Ryerson Midwifery Education Program in Toronto in 2006. She worked as a Registered Midwife in Ontario from 2007 to 2023, providing comprehensive prenatal, intrapartum and postpartum care to hundreds of families. She has also taught prenatal and HypnoBirthing classes.

Nadia has extensive experience providing anticipatory guidance to pregnant people as they prepare for feeding their baby, and seeing them through the transition to successfully breast or chestfeeding. Nadia specializes in supporting families through difficult or painful latch, low milk supply, excessive weight loss and/or slow weight gain. Having successfully breastfed her own child well through the toddler years, Nadia can also provide support and guidance with feeding issues through the toddler stage, through a new pregnancy and tandem nursing a new baby and toddler.

​She brings a kind, compassionate and non-judgemental approach to the care she provides, as well as a strong desire to support families from all backgrounds and all configurations. She looks forward to getting to know you and your family during this uniquely special time in your life. She is available for prenatal lactation planning consults and postpartum lactation support visits at any time through the lactation journey.
Cancellation Policy: 
All Wellness cancellations must be made a minimum of 24 hours, prior to your appointment time. We have a limited amount of Wellness appointments available and they are in high demand. Any appointments cancelled outside of the 24 hours will be charged in full thank you for your understanding.