Meet the Michigan Lactation Loop Team

Lactation Loop is a collective of over 20 board-certified IBCLCs — International Board Certified Lactation Consultants — united by one mission: evidence-based, compassionate breastfeeding support, wherever families need it. We offer in-home visits across seven states, plus virtual support to families nationwide, and we meet weekly as a team to stay current on the latest research.

Every IBCLC on our team has passed a rigorous board examination and brings deep clinical experience to each visit. Many completed their certification through Lactation Loop's own mentorship program — which means this team wasn't just hired, it was built, from the inside out, on a foundation of collaboration and trust.

Whether you need support at home, in one of our offices, or virtually — we have someone on our team who can help.

  • Heather Carnaghi, IBCLC lactation consultant serving Michigan families with Lactation Loop

    Heather Carnaghi RN, IBCLC, HNB BC

    Heather was a labor and delivery nurse before becoming a lactation consultant six years ago. She started working in hospitals, helping families with feeding during and after birth, including in the NICU. She has three children, each with different breastfeeding challenges like low milk supply and lack of support. Through learning and personal growth, she improved her nursing experience with each child. Outside work, Heather enjoys mountain biking, camping, and hiking. She believes breastfeeding is more than feeding—it's about discovering inner strength and creating a lifelong bond with your baby.
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  • Lisa Levy, IBCLC lactation consultant serving Michigan families with Lactation Loop

    Lisa Levy RN, BSN, IBCLC

    LIsa has been clinically supporting women and babies for over 30 years. Originally starting her career in Labor & Delivery for over 20 years she then pivoted into the lactation space. Here she has supported postpartum mothers inpatient and outpatient since 2014.

    Lisa is married with three children of her own and comes to the lactation space with loving patient arms.

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  • Samantha Fey, IBCLC lactation consultant serving Michigan families with Lactation Loop

    Samantha Fey IBCLC

    I’m Sam, an internationally board certified lactation consultant and trained postpartum and birth doula. I began as a nanny, discovered my passion for breastfeeding after my first child, and became a lactation consultant in 2022. I know the challenges and joys of feeding and offer compassionate, personalized support. I live in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan with my husband, three kids, a corgi, and a cat. I love coffee, romantasy books, musicals, and pole dancing. I’m excited to support you and your family on your feeding journey with Lactation Loop.
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  • Natalie Cochenour, IBCLC lactation consultant serving Michigan families with Lactation Loop

    Natalie Cochenour RN, IBCLC

    Born and raised in Southeast Michigan, Natalie Cochenour RN, IBCLC brings deep roots and real passion to breastfeeding support in the South Lyon and West Metro Detroit area. Her journey began after struggling with her first child — and that experience fueled everything. In 2012, she started as a postpartum nurse, deepening her expertise. Certified as an IBCLC in 2016, Natalie supports breastfeeding families both inpatient and outpatient, addressing clinical and emotional postpartum challenges. Outside work, she spends time with her husband and three children on their small family farm, enjoying homesteading and country life. They also proudly support her husband's military service.
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