About me

Dr. Heather (Chana) Gass holds a PhD in Molecular and Cellular Biology and has been involved in research and education for over a decade. When she was expecting her first child she knew she wanted to strictly breastfeed. After a traumatic birth her baby was taken to the NICU, and a challenging nursing journey began. Dr. Gass felt she was unprepared for initiating breastfeeding, pumping while the baby was in the NICU, and maintaining a strong milk supply. These struggles propelled her to learn more about lactation and become a lactation care provider, as a certified lactation counselor through the Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice. Dr. Gass is committed to helping you initiate and sustain a strong breastfeeding connection with your baby. Dr. Gass provides comprehensive support through classes, prenatal education, and postpartum care to help you confidently initiate and sustain a strong breastfeeding relationship.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology (2015)

PhD, Molecular and Cellular Biology (2020)

Certification and training

Certified Lactation Counselor (2026)

Memberships and affiliations

USLCA

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Languages

English

Service introduction

I offer a comprehensive prenatal class to prepare expectant mothers as they enter their nursing journey. I also offer 1:1 postpartum support in-person or virtually. I can help you navigate nursing challenges such as painful nursing, poor infant milk gain, milk supply issues, and more. I am also equipped to conduct weighted feeds. I can also guide you with pumping as you return to work.

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