Introducing The Baby Barista
We are a virtual small business based out of Baltimore, Maryland, taking a modern approach to one of the most primitive practices- breastfeeding.
We are staffed by International Board Certified Lactation Consultants who have extensive experience in the NICU, and all of the unique challenges that come with breastfeeding medically complex infants. We would love to support you and your baby during such an equally exciting and difficult time, and help you transition to home when that time comes.
Whether you are a new or experienced mom, we are here to brew the recipe for breastfeeding success. Of utmost importance, we want to ensure your baby is thriving. Regardless of if your plan is to exclusively breastfeed, exclusively pump, supplement with formula, or do a combination, we will create the perfect blend to suit you and your little one. After your consultation, you will receive an email with a detailed summary of what we discussed along with the plan moving forward. We would love to continue seeing you and your little one for follow-up appointments and adjust your plan according to your ever-changing needs.
Our goal is to empower and support you to reach your breastfeeding goals. We invite you to join us in our virtual café and would be honored to be a part of your journey.
Meet Our Team
Founder & Lead Consultant: Clara Day- RN, IBCLC
Hi there, I’m so happy you found us!
I’m Clara, and I have been a Registered Nurse, specializing in Neonatal Intensive Care for over five years, and always had an interest in lactation. Through working in the NICU, I have encountered countless infants with complex feeding issues. I am very comfortable assisting with the transition from the NICU to home, and helping you to reach your breastfeeding goals even if you’ve had some unexpected road bumps along the way.
My passion for breastfeeding really ignited after I had my son and we had our own breastfeeding journey full of both obstacles and bliss. I became an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant to walk other moms through this roller coaster of an experience, and offer the support and encouragement that I so wish I had during mine.
And… as you may have guessed, I enjoy coffee.
Lactation Consultant: Amber Parks- NNP, IBCLC
Hello! I’m Amber, and I am here to join you on your breastfeeding journey!
As an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, my path is deeply rooted in personal experience and professional expertise. After receiving invaluable support from lactation consultants in both of my own breastfeeding experiences, I was inspired to pay it forward. With a collective 17 years of experience as first a NICU nurse, and currently a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, I intimately understand the challenges that mothers face in achieving their breastfeeding goals while juggling the millions of other responsibilities that come with being a woman and mother. My firsthand experiences have fueled my passion to become a lactation consultant, empowering me to support and guide mothers through their unique breastfeeding journeys with empathy, knowledge, and a deep understanding of both the emotional and practical aspects of breastfeeding. I would love to be a part of the team that supports you in your breastfeeding journey!
Oh, and I love coffee too!