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Karen’s Breastfeeding Story

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Suzanne’s Breastfeeding Story

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Suzanne Juel helped me nurse my babies for 10 months and 16 months. She is extremely knowledgeable, empathetic, and kind. She believes in helping moms be the best moms they can be. She built an incredible community of moms supporting moms in our community.
I was able to get a virtual appointment within 48hrs of my request to get advice on my recent bout with mastitis. My consultant, Suzanne, quickly identified the likely culprit and gave some advice moving forward that was so helpful!! I would highly recommend!
Response from the owner:Jenna, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you were able to get a virtual appointment quickly and receive the support you needed. Suzanne’s ability to identify the issue and provide helpful guidance is exactly what we strive for—making care accessible and effective, even from home. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are honored to be part of your breastfeeding journey! With love and latches, The Bayou City Breastfeeding Team
Wow, I can’t thank Bayou city enough for everything they have done for us. it was an amazing feeling finally being able to breast feed my baby during the first visit and learning tips to help me breast feed her at home, not only that but I have learned so much about caring for our baby and helping her after a difficult labor. They gave us exercises to help with releasing tension and improving coordination. Idk where else they would do all this for us! I will definitely keep coming back! I worked with Brandy and Claire they were amazing!!
Response from the owner:Hi Jessica, We greatly appreciate your recommendation!!!! 😊 Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience and kind words with us. Your words will surely help others experiencing a similar situation. We are so happy that Brandy and Claire were able to provide you the encouragement and help necessary to start you on your breastfeeding journey. Please reach out if you need anything else. We are here for you!!! 😊 Thank you! Bayou City Breastfeeding
Brandy Lightfoot and Amanda Benetz are angels for breastfeeding support! I was so lost as a first time mom because my gut was telling me my baby’s symptoms with feeds was not normal, but I couldn’t get answers elsewhere because baby’s growth was on track. From my first appointment, I knew I was in the right place and left with so much hope that things could improve. They have been by my side guiding and encouraging me through this journey and continue to go above and beyond in sharing knowledge, troubleshooting issues, and being the kindest souls to lean on each week. I only wish I had started seeing them as soon as baby was born. Can’t recommend them enough and will be forever thankful for the support.
Response from the owner:Hi Brenna, Thank you for your amazing review! Your words touched us deeply and reaffirmed why we do what we do with such passion and dedication. Reading about your experience as a first-time mom navigating breastfeeding challenges truly warmed our hearts. We understand how overwhelming it can be, and we are so grateful that you trusted Brandy Lightfoot and Amanda Benetz to support you on this journey. Your description of them as "angels for breastfeeding support" is a testament to their commitment and expertise. We strive to create a nurturing and supportive environment where mothers like yourself feel heard, empowered, and hopeful. Knowing that you left your first appointment with renewed hope means the world to us. Thank you for highlighting Brandy and Amanda's dedication to going above and beyond. They are truly exceptional at what they do, and your recommendation means a lot to us. Your trust in us and your willingness to share your experience will undoubtedly inspire other mothers who may be facing similar challenges. Please know that we are here for you every step of the way. Should you need any further support or have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out. Your journey is important to us, and we are honored to be a part of it. Once again, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your kind words and for choosing Bayou City Breastfeeding. Wishing you and your little one all the best in this beautiful journey of motherhood. Warm regards, The Bayou City Breastfeeding Team
We found Bayou City Breastfeeding through a friends recommendation. We used The Lactation Network website and found that their services were completely covered under our insurance (BCBS).

Kristin, Tessa, Dr. Tyree and the entire team at Bayou City Breastfeeding- Jones road were so supportive and welcoming. They immediately make you feel comfortable and at ease, which is important with something as intimate as breastfeeding. They offer gentle guidance and suggestions without being judgmental or pushy!

They helped set us up with bodywork to address my babies head tilt and they were able to identify his lip and tongue tie! All of the staff were very understanding when I had hesitation about getting my babies ties revised and they continued to patiently provide weekly lactation support and stretches we could do at home.

When we were finally ready to have our lip/tongue tie revision they had a list of providers they recommended. I was thrilled to find an ENT covered by our insurance to do the procedure. By far the best thing was that Bayou City Breastfeeding partnered with our ENT Dr. Liu, so we had a bayou city lactation consultant on their staff present at our procedure!

I cannot recommend these amazing ladies enough! They take great pride in helping Mama’s, babies and families have the best transition from birth possible! After our wonderful experience with Bayou City Breastfeeding-Jones road, I truly believe that every baby can benefit from bodywork and seeing a lactation consultant. These ladies are some of the best in Houston!
Response from the owner:Thank you for the wonderful review! We are so happy to be a part of your journey! ❤️
I am so thankful for Donique. When we came to her, we were diagnosed with failure to thrive and so frustrated. We almost gave up our breastfeeding journey. Donique helped us find and treat a tongue and lip tie and nurse through all the obstacles. She gave me so much hope and reassurance. I am incredibly happy we had her to help is.
Response from the owner:Hi Victoria, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are thrilled to hear that Donique and Bayou City Breastfeeding were able to help you and your family. We understand that having a baby that isn’t thriving can be scary, and we’re glad that Donique was the perfect IBCLC for you. Congratulations on sticking with breastfeeding! You did all the hard work to ensure the health of your baby. 😊 Please let us know if there is any additional help that we can provide.
We had a great experience here! Our lactation consultant really took her time with us and gave us multiple ideas to try to remedy one issue we were experiencing. We did not feel rushed and felt understood/heard. Thank you!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience and kind words with us!!! We feel honored that your family has placed its trust in Bayou City Breastfeeding. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your support team. Please let us know if there is any additional help that Bayou City Breastfeeding can provide. We are here for you!!! 😊 Thank you! Bayou City Breastfeeding
I’m so grateful for Bayou City Breastfeeding and the many options they allow for visits! This was our first child, and I wanted to feel best positioned to support a breastfeeding journey. I had a prenatal appointment, which helped me feel more calm for the first days postpartum. My IBCLC followed up in the weeks before my due date to make sure any lingering questions or concerns were addressed, and they were readily available for a home visit a few days after we were discharged home. They’ve always been good about making sure they stay within what’s covered by my insurance, which is always greatly appreciated. So grateful to have this group as a resource, and would highly recommend!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Danni, for your heartfelt review. We’re thrilled to have been a part of your breastfeeding journey with your first child. It’s wonderful to hear that our prenatal appointment and follow-up care provided the support and reassurance you needed. We’re committed to being available and working within insurance coverage to help as many families as possible. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we’re so grateful to be your trusted resource. Warmest wishes to you and your family! 🌟
I was very excited to find my insurance covered my visit completely.

I seen Brittani, she is very sweet and knowledgeable. I felt as I was talking to a...
This is one of the easiest 5 stars I’ve given! Morgan has been a godsend. She’s worked with us through struggles with bottle feeding and a tongue tie. She’s phenomenal, and I’d recommend her to anyone needing feeding help for their little one.
Response from the owner:Hi Amanda, Thank you so much for your amazing review! We are thrilled to hear that Megan has been such a phenomenal support for you and your little one. Your kind words mean the world to us, and we’re grateful for the opportunity to have been part of your feeding journey. Feel free to reach out if you need anything else! All the best, The Alamo City Breastfeeding Team