Melody Datz Hansen is an IBCLC based in Seattle, Washington.

Hello and welcome! If you’re looking for informed, compassionate, and professional lactation care you’ve come to the right place. An IBCLC is the highest accredited healthcare professional certification specializing in clinical breastfeeding and human lactation care. My work is informed by backgrounds in my own parenting journey, a career in global health research, birth work education from Bastyr University and Lactation Education Resources, and a firm belief in the power of instinct.

The physical and emotional changes that come with the birth or adoption of a new child are life-altering. Each family’s needs are unique. My approach to infant feeding centers on the acknowledgement, respect, and support of these needs.

I live in Seattle with my family but am originally from San Antonio, Texas. When I’m not working with babies, I enjoy hiking with my fam, writing about performing arts for local newspapers, and baking (and eating) bread.

Links to my online publications are here and here.

Education & Certifications

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant

MA Central & Eastern European Studies - Jagiellonian University

BA History - University of Washington