Welcome to the Milk Box!
Hi there! So glad we’ve found each other!
As a mother of two, I have personally struggled with breastfeeding and a myriad of other lactation issues. I was shocked at how challenging and complex breastfeeding could be after I had my first in 2017. After seeing several Lactation Consultants, I felt lead to undergo the years of training and education required in order to sit for my boards and become an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). I have a background in nutrition/dietetics, a bachelors in biology from TCU, and an interest in all things wellness. Caring for others and helping them reach their wellness goals is my lifelong passion and brings me such joy.
My desire is to equip you with knowledge, empower you with actionable steps, and arm you with support so that you can enjoy this exciting time.
When I share my enthusiasm for the world of lactation, it isn’t me simply chatting about something trivial or getting on a soap box! Becoming a parent is one of the most challenging adjustments that one can face and we need to support each other!
It’s not a soap box…it’s the Milk Box!
Jessica Koiner, Owner + IBCLC
IBCLC stands for International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. It is the highest level of certification and training a practitioner in lactation can carry. It’s much different than a lactation consultant (LC), a certified lactation consultant (CLC), or a lactation specialist.
Specifically, IBCLCs have a health sciences undergraduate degree, a minimum of 95 hours of additional lactation-specific education through an authorized institution, at least 700 hours of supervised clinical experience, and also must pass a rigorous board examination. They also must keep up minimum continuing education credits (at least 75 CERPs every 5 years), be certified in CPR, and continually practice as a lactation consultant. IBCLCs also adhere to the Code of Professional Conduct. More info about the IBLCE organization here. Find out if your lactation consultant is IBCLC-credentialed here.
Jessica’s IBCLC credential # is: L-302808
Providers
Jessica Koiner, IBCLC
- Central Fort Worth
Lanna Davis, IBCLC
- East Fort Worth
Services
Resources
Gift Certificates
Thanks to the Milk Box …
Is this normal?
I often find myself not only answering the following questions, but asking them as a nursing mother myself. It’s a confusing world out there with so many opinions, and baby brain is real. Have you asked yourself any of these questions?
- Should it be hurting like this?
- Do I have enough milk?
- How do I actually use my pump?
- What do I do to treat clogged ducts?
- How do I increase my supply?
- How should I go about weaning?
- How do I store my milk?
- Am I doing a good job?
- Will seeing a lactation consultant even help?
If you’re asking yourself even one of these questions, let us help you!
The ‘Gram
Podcasts
Welcome to the Milk Box!
Hi there! So glad we’ve found each other!
As a mother of two, I have personally struggled with breastfeeding and a myriad of other lactation issues. I was shocked at how challenging and complex breastfeeding could be after I had my first in 2017. After seeing several Lactation Consultants, I felt lead to undergo the years of training and education required in order to sit for my boards and become an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). I have a background in nutrition/dietetics, a bachelors in biology from TCU, and an interest in all things wellness. Caring for others and helping them reach their wellness goals is my lifelong passion and brings me such joy.
My desire is to equip you with knowledge, empower you with actionable steps, and arm you with support so that you can enjoy this exciting time.
When I share my enthusiasm for the world of lactation, it isn’t me simply chatting about something trivial or getting on a soap box! Becoming a parent is one of the most challenging adjustments that one can face and we need to support each other!
It’s not a soap box…it’s the Milk Box!
Jessica Koiner, Owner + IBCLC
IBCLC stands for International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. It is the highest level of certification and training a practitioner in lactation can carry. It’s much different than a lactation consultant (LC), a certified lactation consultant (CLC), or a lactation specialist.
Specifically, IBCLCs have a health sciences undergraduate degree, a minimum of 95 hours of additional lactation-specific education through an authorized institution, at least 700 hours of supervised clinical experience, and also must pass a rigorous board examination. They also must keep up minimum continuing education credits (at least 75 CERPs every 5 years), be certified in CPR, and continually practice as a lactation consultant. IBCLCs also adhere to the Code of Professional Conduct. More info about the IBLCE organization here. Find out if your lactation consultant is IBCLC-credentialed here.
Jessica’s IBCLC credential # is: L-302808
Providers
Jessica Koiner, IBCLC
- Central Fort Worth
Lanna Davis, IBCLC
- East Fort Worth
Services
Resources
Gift Certificates
Thanks to the Milk Box …
Bri
Jessica was truly a game changer in my breastfeeding journey! From our first consult, she was incredibly supportive, knowledgeable, and reassuring. Even when I hit a bump in the road, she was quick to respond and guide me. Breastfeeding is such a personal and emotional experience and working with Jessica helped me go from feeling like I was failing to feeling like I was thriving! …
Brenna
Jessica played such an integral role in my breastfeeding journey. I am currently 4 months in and still going strong with a baby who latches well and comfortably thanks to her. As a first time mom there are so many new things you have to learn, most of which DO NOT include a manual!Breastfeeding was certainly a challange for me at first. I felt completely lost, like a failure – that the thing I was designed to do (feed my baby) I wasn’t able to do. Jessica instantly made me feel loved, cared for, and understood. I was blown away by her knowledge and I know, without a doubt, I would have given up on my breastfeeding/pumping journey without her compassion and assistance! …
Katherine
As a second-time mom who had a successful breastfeeding journey with my first, I was feeling discouraged that it was not coming as easy with my second. After meeting with Jessica, I felt empowered and encouraged! She was thorough, intentional, informative and did such a great job coaching and explaining. She made me feel comfortable instantly and was a joy to work with. I cannot recommend her enough for mommas needing some support! …
Lauren
Jessica has gone over and above for me and my daughter since we started working with her. I’d highly recommend her mom to mom! …
Sara
I can’t recommend Jessica enough! She has been incredibly helpful in identifying my baby’s tongue & lip tie. She helped us with exercises, feeding positions and resources to make breastfeeding not only possible, but less painful. She has a ton of knowledge regarding breastfeeding, milk supply, hormone changes, and the entire tongue structure and function. She has been super supportive and sweet to me & my baby throughout this entire process. I will be calling her right away when baby #2 comes along! Thankful for her! …
Amy
Like a lot of first-time moms, my daughter and I really struggled to get the hang of breastfeeding. Jessica came to our home and did an excellent evaluation of my daughter’s mouth and latch. She gave us conservative measures to treat my daughter’s tongue tie which really improved breastfeeding for us but when it wasn’t quite enough, she referred us to an amazing pediatric dentist for a release. Jessica was with us every step of the way. We would not be exclusively breastfeeding if it wasn’t for her. Her compassion, knowledge, and passion for what she does are truly unmatched. I cannot recommend her enough! …
Emily
The relief I felt after meeting with Jessica the first time was unmatched! As a first time mom, I had no idea what to expect or how to properly breastfeed. Starting at the basics, Jessica gave me the instruction and courage to continue our breastfeeding journey. I would recommend Jessica to all first time moms planning to breastfeed! …
Crystal
Jessica was such an integral part of my breastfeeding journey. Without her, I 100% believe there would not have been a breastfeeding journey for us. When we started, I was in intense pain and worst of all, my daughter was unable to breastfeed and get the milk she needed. At our first appointment, my daughter could not even latch to do a weighted feed. Jessica looked at her mouth and noticed a few things, gave us some options and tools, and referred us to an amazing pediatric dentist. My daughter had severe oral ties and Jessica went through each step in the decision making process with us. Jessica helped me with all things breastfeeding, bottle feeding, understanding how to get my supply up, how to properly use a pump, latching and so much more. My daughter is now latching, I have little to no pain, I don’t have to use nipple shields, and my daughter is growing! Jessica, thank you for your direction and support. It was a game changer! …
Karina
Truly blessed and thankful for coming across Jessica. I really don’t know if I would still be breastfeeding my baby today without HER help. As a first time mom, I really didn’t have a clue what I was doing – especially because my baby had a lip + tongue tie. Breastfeeding was overwhelming + I wanted to give up! BUT God truly answered my prayers because I needed her help. I loved that we could schedule a at home consult – nothing like being in the comfort of your own home! I might have shed some tears when she left from the consult because she made me feel like I could do it. I felt confident + Hopeful. I was so happy that I could keep that bond between me + baby. Baby 6 months later + we are still exclusively breastfeeding. I couldn’t have done it with out her! …
Kylee
I am so thankful I was introduced to this wonderful woman and have her help to make it through some difficulties that would have ended our breastfeeding journey too soon had she not been there. I met Jessica around the time my baby was 8 weeks old. She had been having awful symptoms, always seemed uncomfortable, and had been struggling with getting any sort of good latch established. Jessica was with me as my baby went through a lip, tongue, and cheek release procedure and provided guidance and encouragement before and even through the weeks afterward. Jessica has a true gift for working with moms and babies and her knowledge in all things lactation and her compassion make her an excellent IBCLC. …
Mackenzie
I truly don’t know if I would still be breastfeeding my little one today without the help and support of Jessica during the first 2 months postpartum. I initially met with Jessica as a first time mom overwhelmed by breastfeeding. She helped guide me with tips on latching and general information on breastfeeding that I wasn’t aware of. Jessica was able to identify that my baby had lip, cheek, and tongue ties and pointed me in the right direction to have them revised. My favorite part about working with Jessica was her support along the way. She truly felt like a friend, and was such an amazing support person during those crazy postpartum months! She also had a very holistic approach to breastfeeding which I really appreciated. Instead of sending me straight to a dentist for a revision, she recommended chiropractor care and body work – both of which helped my baby and breastfeeding journey tremendously. We are now on month four of exclusively breastfeeding and I couldn’t have done it with out Jessica! …
Lakin
I can’t recommend Jessica enough. Knowing that I had so many issues with breastfeeding with my first child, I reached out to Jessica as soon as my second baby was born. I was so impressed with her knowledge & level of care. After every appointment with her, I felt more confident and hopeful about my breastfeeding journey. I will be recommending her to all of my breastfeeding friends from here on out. She is an incredible resource and encouragement! …
Erica
When I initially reached out to Jessica, I was worried I was going to have to completely stop breastfeeding. I was struggling with constant nipple irritation and pain and I thought it was only going to get worse. Jessica came over and turned everything around for the good. She showed me the lip tie that my daughter has and gave me exercises and massage techniques to help. She also helped me improve my daughter’s latch with some subtle, but very significant position changes. In addition, she recommended chiropractic care. Jessica has an incredibly loving and compassionate presence and she has a special gift for helping women in their breastfeeding journey. All of her tips helped resolve my nipple pain within a couple weeks. My daughter is now 2 months old and breastfeeding is going very smoothly. Jessica has also been there for me whenever questions have come up – I am so thankful for all of her help! …
Nadine
Like so many mamas, I really struggled with breastfeeding my firstborn. So many things went wrong, and I ended up pumping for over 8 months. When I had my second baby, I was determined to give nursing another shot. Jessica was the angel who helped support me in this emotional journey. She helped reassure me that it was possible to have a totally different experience with the second baby. And with her help, I did. She helped me get through latching pain and taught me so many tips and tricks to improve each feeding. Because of her, I was able to accomplish my breastfeeding goals and nourish my precious boy. She is gentle, professional and so supportive. She follows up after the consultation and truly cares about her mamas! …
Caitlyn
Jessica is truly remarkable. She helped me feel comfortable, confident and empowered in my breastfeeding journey. Although I had read many books and gotten advise from friends, having Jessica come to our house and coach us on nursing made ALL the difference. As a first time mom, I had a million questions and concerns which Jessica patiently answered with her abundance of knowledge and own personal experiences. She made my concerns feel heard and validated, while then making me feel at ease and confident moving forward. Jessica has great communication, is flexible and kind. Jessica made a big difference in my sweet baby boy’s journey and I am forever grateful! …
Miranda
Jessica is the perfect balance between knowledge, compassion, and patience! Being a first time mom, I needed so much guidance on all things breastfeeding and Jessica helped ease all of my concerns and questions – no matter how big or small. Because of Jessica’s help, I feel confident in my ability to breastfeed my little boy! I would absolutely recommend her to anyone on their breastfeeding journey – she is truly the biggest blessing!!! …
Ariana
My baby was born with 5 mouth ties resulting in a horrendous start to breastfeeding. I struggled with extreme pain, mastitis, over production, blisters and the list goes on and on. I worked with an LC prior and looking back I needed to find someone who had experience with my baby’s specific issues. Three painstaking months of breastfeeding and I was literally days from quitting. My baby’s tongue tie specialist was kind enough to recommend Jessica and as my last attempt before throwing in the towel, I contacted her. I was desperate, hopeless and was sure I was going to have to quit. But Jessica came to the rescue. She came out farther than her normal travel, on a day she didn’t do travel appointments, on a week she was already completely booked. Again, just amazing. Once she saw us, she helped us with very practical steps and recommended some follow up care that we needed for my baby’s ties. My goal before baby was born was just six months of breastfeeding but after birth, I felt that was going to be impossible. After following Jessica’s advice and help, breastfeeding for a year or more seems like no problem! My heart goes out …
Alex
Jessica helped me so much. I had multiple problems including an overactive let down, oversupply, and my son had lip and tongue ties. She helped me navigate the best approaches to use to ensure both me and my son were happy, nourished, and taken care of. I definitely would have quit breastfeeding all together if it weren’t for her. We are still on our journey but I know we are headed in the right direction thanks to Jessica. Can’t recommend her enough. …
Keilah (mom of 2)
Breastfeeding baby #2 has, by far, been easier but has still come with its own set of challenges. Jessica is a HUGE part of my breastfeeding success story with my oldest, so I reached out to her again for help. Yet again, she has helped me TREMENDOUSLY and baby boy and I doing so well now. I’m a pediatric nurse practitioner and a lot of times I feel like I should know the answers to my questions, but when it’s your own child, all your knowledge seems to disappear from your brain. If you’re a HCP you know exactly what I mean. Jessica is so compassionate and never makes me feel dumb for not knowing the answers based on my education and training. I went in to this breastfeeding journey with far more confidence than I had with my first, because of Jessica’s help, and have gained even more confidence and knowledge this time around. So thankful for her help! …
Annie
I reached out to Jessica with many concerns about our breastfeeding journey. She helped me find specialists to get my son the support he needed with his oral ties. Most importantly, she empowered me to make the best choices for my physical and mental health so I could be the best mom for my sweet baby! …
Erika
Literally can’t give enough praise to Jessica! My milk supply was slow to come in so I pumped and bottle fed for 3 months. I was worried my little one wouldn’t breastfeed so I called Jessica for help. After one session there was so much improvement! Jessica did a phenomenal job making me feel comfortable and tailoring her advice to what I was going through with my baby. She is worth every penny and I love that I’m able to breastfeed comfortably and confidently! …
Meredith
I thought breastfeeding would come easily but I was definitely wrong! After feeling defeated and giving up, I decided to reach out to Jessica to give it one last shot. She came in and brought so much reassurance to our journey. It takes a lot to bring this anxious mama peace but she met me where I was and got me where I wanted to be. I am so thankful to be able to provide for my baby girl and I would not have been able to do it without her help! …
Hanna
As a first time mom, the idea of breastfeeding and getting the right nutrition to my baby was incredibly overwhelming. It was a whole world and realm of knowledge that I had no experience with. Thankfully, Jessica, with The Milk Box, has been with me from the beginning and every step of the way since. From the very first week she was a gracious resource as I asked questions about my milk supply and how to properly latch my baby, then to transitioning back to work and learning how to operate a pump and properly store my milk. Most recently, Jessica worked with me to wean my baby and myself (from my pump) and gave me guidance on putting together nutritious toddler meals. There is no way I could have been able to do it without Jessica. She was patient, thorough, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. She made me feel comfortable asking questions, not making me feel “small” or stupid for the amount of things I didn’t know. The detailed plan she put together was beautifully explained during a follow up meeting and provided me with the structure I needed to wean baby by our goal timeline! The plan was broken …
Keilah
As a pediatric nurse practitioner, I’ve counseled and educated lots of mama’s on breastfeeding, even before I became a mama myself. The thing is, no one tells you how HARD breastfeeding actually is. You always wonder if you’re doing something wrong, questioning everything. Because of my education and experience, I knew all the right answers, but when it came to my own baby, I felt like a total dumb-dumb.I asked the same questions a million times, and she always answered them so gently and patiently. My LO had a severe tongue tie that was clipped in the hospital, but we still had lots of latching issues. Jessica helped me through those, allowing me to send pictures and videos. She also counseled me through issues with fast let down, oversupply, vasospasms (ouch!), and pumping…not to mention the emotional roller coaster that is breastfeeding.I was able to breastfeed for 12 months. And a HUGE part of my success is because of help from Jessica. She is so knowledgeable, patient, encouraging and compassionate, and I am so incredibly thankful for her support and help during my first breastfeeding journey …
Tristin
Jessica is so knowledgeable and patient! She helped me cut down my pump sessions due to pumping way too much and having a massive oversupply. She worked with me and created a plan to cut down on pump times, and to ensure that I did not develop mastitis or clogged ducts. She would check up with me daily and encourage me throughout the whole process and modify the plan when needed. I will definitely be calling her when we decide to have another child! …
Is this normal?
I often find myself not only answering the following questions, but asking them as a nursing mother myself. It’s a confusing world out there with so many opinions, and baby brain is real. Have you asked yourself any of these questions?
- Should it be hurting like this?
- Do I have enough milk?
- How do I actually use my pump?
- What do I do to treat clogged ducts?
- How do I increase my supply?
- How should I go about weaning?
- How do I store my milk?
- Am I doing a good job?
- Will seeing a lactation consultant even help?
If you’re asking yourself even one of these questions, let us help you!
The ‘Gram
Podcasts
Welcome to the Milk Box!
Hi there! So glad we’ve found each other!
As a mother of two, I have personally struggled with breastfeeding and a myriad of other lactation issues. I was shocked at how challenging and complex breastfeeding could be after I had my first in 2017. After seeing several Lactation Consultants, I felt lead to undergo the years of training and education required in order to sit for my boards and become an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). I have a background in nutrition/dietetics, a bachelors in biology from TCU, and an interest in all things wellness. Caring for others and helping them reach their wellness goals is my lifelong passion and brings me such joy.
My desire is to equip you with knowledge, empower you with actionable steps, and arm you with support so that you can enjoy this exciting time.
When I share my enthusiasm for the world of lactation, it isn’t me simply chatting about something trivial or getting on a soap box! Becoming a parent is one of the most challenging adjustments that one can face and we need to support each other!
It’s not a soap box…it’s the Milk Box!
Jessica Koiner, Owner + IBCLC
IBCLC stands for International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. It is the highest level of certification and training a practitioner in lactation can carry. It’s much different than a lactation consultant (LC), a certified lactation consultant (CLC), or a lactation specialist.
Specifically, IBCLCs have a health sciences undergraduate degree, a minimum of 95 hours of additional lactation-specific education through an authorized institution, at least 700 hours of supervised clinical experience, and also must pass a rigorous board examination. They also must keep up minimum continuing education credits (at least 75 CERPs every 5 years), be certified in CPR, and continually practice as a lactation consultant. IBCLCs also adhere to the Code of Professional Conduct. More info about the IBLCE organization here. Find out if your lactation consultant is IBCLC-credentialed here.
Jessica’s IBCLC credential # is: L-302808
Providers
Jessica Koiner, IBCLC
- Central Fort Worth
Lanna Davis, IBCLC
- East Fort Worth
Services
Resources
Gift Certificates
Thanks to the Milk Box …
Bri
Jessica was truly a game changer in my breastfeeding journey! From our first consult, she was incredibly supportive, knowledgeable, and reassuring. Even when I hit a bump in the road, she was quick to respond and guide me. Breastfeeding is such a personal and emotional experience and working with Jessica helped me go from feeling like I was failing to feeling like I was thriving! …
Brenna
Jessica played such an integral role in my breastfeeding journey. I am currently 4 months in and still going strong with a baby who latches well and comfortably thanks to her. As a first time mom there are so many new things you have to learn, most of which DO NOT include a manual!Breastfeeding was certainly a challange for me at first. I felt completely lost, like a failure – that the thing I was designed to do (feed my baby) I wasn’t able to do. Jessica instantly made me feel loved, cared for, and understood. I was blown away by her knowledge and I know, without a doubt, I would have given up on my breastfeeding/pumping journey without her compassion and assistance! …
Katherine
As a second-time mom who had a successful breastfeeding journey with my first, I was feeling discouraged that it was not coming as easy with my second. After meeting with Jessica, I felt empowered and encouraged! She was thorough, intentional, informative and did such a great job coaching and explaining. She made me feel comfortable instantly and was a joy to work with. I cannot recommend her enough for mommas needing some support! …
Lauren
Jessica has gone over and above for me and my daughter since we started working with her. I’d highly recommend her mom to mom! …
Sara
I can’t recommend Jessica enough! She has been incredibly helpful in identifying my baby’s tongue & lip tie. She helped us with exercises, feeding positions and resources to make breastfeeding not only possible, but less painful. She has a ton of knowledge regarding breastfeeding, milk supply, hormone changes, and the entire tongue structure and function. She has been super supportive and sweet to me & my baby throughout this entire process. I will be calling her right away when baby #2 comes along! Thankful for her! …
Amy
Like a lot of first-time moms, my daughter and I really struggled to get the hang of breastfeeding. Jessica came to our home and did an excellent evaluation of my daughter’s mouth and latch. She gave us conservative measures to treat my daughter’s tongue tie which really improved breastfeeding for us but when it wasn’t quite enough, she referred us to an amazing pediatric dentist for a release. Jessica was with us every step of the way. We would not be exclusively breastfeeding if it wasn’t for her. Her compassion, knowledge, and passion for what she does are truly unmatched. I cannot recommend her enough! …
Emily
The relief I felt after meeting with Jessica the first time was unmatched! As a first time mom, I had no idea what to expect or how to properly breastfeed. Starting at the basics, Jessica gave me the instruction and courage to continue our breastfeeding journey. I would recommend Jessica to all first time moms planning to breastfeed! …
Crystal
Jessica was such an integral part of my breastfeeding journey. Without her, I 100% believe there would not have been a breastfeeding journey for us. When we started, I was in intense pain and worst of all, my daughter was unable to breastfeed and get the milk she needed. At our first appointment, my daughter could not even latch to do a weighted feed. Jessica looked at her mouth and noticed a few things, gave us some options and tools, and referred us to an amazing pediatric dentist. My daughter had severe oral ties and Jessica went through each step in the decision making process with us. Jessica helped me with all things breastfeeding, bottle feeding, understanding how to get my supply up, how to properly use a pump, latching and so much more. My daughter is now latching, I have little to no pain, I don’t have to use nipple shields, and my daughter is growing! Jessica, thank you for your direction and support. It was a game changer! …
Karina
Truly blessed and thankful for coming across Jessica. I really don’t know if I would still be breastfeeding my baby today without HER help. As a first time mom, I really didn’t have a clue what I was doing – especially because my baby had a lip + tongue tie. Breastfeeding was overwhelming + I wanted to give up! BUT God truly answered my prayers because I needed her help. I loved that we could schedule a at home consult – nothing like being in the comfort of your own home! I might have shed some tears when she left from the consult because she made me feel like I could do it. I felt confident + Hopeful. I was so happy that I could keep that bond between me + baby. Baby 6 months later + we are still exclusively breastfeeding. I couldn’t have done it with out her! …
Kylee
I am so thankful I was introduced to this wonderful woman and have her help to make it through some difficulties that would have ended our breastfeeding journey too soon had she not been there. I met Jessica around the time my baby was 8 weeks old. She had been having awful symptoms, always seemed uncomfortable, and had been struggling with getting any sort of good latch established. Jessica was with me as my baby went through a lip, tongue, and cheek release procedure and provided guidance and encouragement before and even through the weeks afterward. Jessica has a true gift for working with moms and babies and her knowledge in all things lactation and her compassion make her an excellent IBCLC. …
Mackenzie
I truly don’t know if I would still be breastfeeding my little one today without the help and support of Jessica during the first 2 months postpartum. I initially met with Jessica as a first time mom overwhelmed by breastfeeding. She helped guide me with tips on latching and general information on breastfeeding that I wasn’t aware of. Jessica was able to identify that my baby had lip, cheek, and tongue ties and pointed me in the right direction to have them revised. My favorite part about working with Jessica was her support along the way. She truly felt like a friend, and was such an amazing support person during those crazy postpartum months! She also had a very holistic approach to breastfeeding which I really appreciated. Instead of sending me straight to a dentist for a revision, she recommended chiropractor care and body work – both of which helped my baby and breastfeeding journey tremendously. We are now on month four of exclusively breastfeeding and I couldn’t have done it with out Jessica! …
Lakin
I can’t recommend Jessica enough. Knowing that I had so many issues with breastfeeding with my first child, I reached out to Jessica as soon as my second baby was born. I was so impressed with her knowledge & level of care. After every appointment with her, I felt more confident and hopeful about my breastfeeding journey. I will be recommending her to all of my breastfeeding friends from here on out. She is an incredible resource and encouragement! …
Erica
When I initially reached out to Jessica, I was worried I was going to have to completely stop breastfeeding. I was struggling with constant nipple irritation and pain and I thought it was only going to get worse. Jessica came over and turned everything around for the good. She showed me the lip tie that my daughter has and gave me exercises and massage techniques to help. She also helped me improve my daughter’s latch with some subtle, but very significant position changes. In addition, she recommended chiropractic care. Jessica has an incredibly loving and compassionate presence and she has a special gift for helping women in their breastfeeding journey. All of her tips helped resolve my nipple pain within a couple weeks. My daughter is now 2 months old and breastfeeding is going very smoothly. Jessica has also been there for me whenever questions have come up – I am so thankful for all of her help! …
Nadine
Like so many mamas, I really struggled with breastfeeding my firstborn. So many things went wrong, and I ended up pumping for over 8 months. When I had my second baby, I was determined to give nursing another shot. Jessica was the angel who helped support me in this emotional journey. She helped reassure me that it was possible to have a totally different experience with the second baby. And with her help, I did. She helped me get through latching pain and taught me so many tips and tricks to improve each feeding. Because of her, I was able to accomplish my breastfeeding goals and nourish my precious boy. She is gentle, professional and so supportive. She follows up after the consultation and truly cares about her mamas! …
Caitlyn
Jessica is truly remarkable. She helped me feel comfortable, confident and empowered in my breastfeeding journey. Although I had read many books and gotten advise from friends, having Jessica come to our house and coach us on nursing made ALL the difference. As a first time mom, I had a million questions and concerns which Jessica patiently answered with her abundance of knowledge and own personal experiences. She made my concerns feel heard and validated, while then making me feel at ease and confident moving forward. Jessica has great communication, is flexible and kind. Jessica made a big difference in my sweet baby boy’s journey and I am forever grateful! …
Miranda
Jessica is the perfect balance between knowledge, compassion, and patience! Being a first time mom, I needed so much guidance on all things breastfeeding and Jessica helped ease all of my concerns and questions – no matter how big or small. Because of Jessica’s help, I feel confident in my ability to breastfeed my little boy! I would absolutely recommend her to anyone on their breastfeeding journey – she is truly the biggest blessing!!! …
Ariana
My baby was born with 5 mouth ties resulting in a horrendous start to breastfeeding. I struggled with extreme pain, mastitis, over production, blisters and the list goes on and on. I worked with an LC prior and looking back I needed to find someone who had experience with my baby’s specific issues. Three painstaking months of breastfeeding and I was literally days from quitting. My baby’s tongue tie specialist was kind enough to recommend Jessica and as my last attempt before throwing in the towel, I contacted her. I was desperate, hopeless and was sure I was going to have to quit. But Jessica came to the rescue. She came out farther than her normal travel, on a day she didn’t do travel appointments, on a week she was already completely booked. Again, just amazing. Once she saw us, she helped us with very practical steps and recommended some follow up care that we needed for my baby’s ties. My goal before baby was born was just six months of breastfeeding but after birth, I felt that was going to be impossible. After following Jessica’s advice and help, breastfeeding for a year or more seems like no problem! My heart goes out …
Alex
Jessica helped me so much. I had multiple problems including an overactive let down, oversupply, and my son had lip and tongue ties. She helped me navigate the best approaches to use to ensure both me and my son were happy, nourished, and taken care of. I definitely would have quit breastfeeding all together if it weren’t for her. We are still on our journey but I know we are headed in the right direction thanks to Jessica. Can’t recommend her enough. …
Keilah (mom of 2)
Breastfeeding baby #2 has, by far, been easier but has still come with its own set of challenges. Jessica is a HUGE part of my breastfeeding success story with my oldest, so I reached out to her again for help. Yet again, she has helped me TREMENDOUSLY and baby boy and I doing so well now. I’m a pediatric nurse practitioner and a lot of times I feel like I should know the answers to my questions, but when it’s your own child, all your knowledge seems to disappear from your brain. If you’re a HCP you know exactly what I mean. Jessica is so compassionate and never makes me feel dumb for not knowing the answers based on my education and training. I went in to this breastfeeding journey with far more confidence than I had with my first, because of Jessica’s help, and have gained even more confidence and knowledge this time around. So thankful for her help! …
Annie
I reached out to Jessica with many concerns about our breastfeeding journey. She helped me find specialists to get my son the support he needed with his oral ties. Most importantly, she empowered me to make the best choices for my physical and mental health so I could be the best mom for my sweet baby! …
Erika
Literally can’t give enough praise to Jessica! My milk supply was slow to come in so I pumped and bottle fed for 3 months. I was worried my little one wouldn’t breastfeed so I called Jessica for help. After one session there was so much improvement! Jessica did a phenomenal job making me feel comfortable and tailoring her advice to what I was going through with my baby. She is worth every penny and I love that I’m able to breastfeed comfortably and confidently! …
Meredith
I thought breastfeeding would come easily but I was definitely wrong! After feeling defeated and giving up, I decided to reach out to Jessica to give it one last shot. She came in and brought so much reassurance to our journey. It takes a lot to bring this anxious mama peace but she met me where I was and got me where I wanted to be. I am so thankful to be able to provide for my baby girl and I would not have been able to do it without her help! …
Hanna
As a first time mom, the idea of breastfeeding and getting the right nutrition to my baby was incredibly overwhelming. It was a whole world and realm of knowledge that I had no experience with. Thankfully, Jessica, with The Milk Box, has been with me from the beginning and every step of the way since. From the very first week she was a gracious resource as I asked questions about my milk supply and how to properly latch my baby, then to transitioning back to work and learning how to operate a pump and properly store my milk. Most recently, Jessica worked with me to wean my baby and myself (from my pump) and gave me guidance on putting together nutritious toddler meals. There is no way I could have been able to do it without Jessica. She was patient, thorough, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. She made me feel comfortable asking questions, not making me feel “small” or stupid for the amount of things I didn’t know. The detailed plan she put together was beautifully explained during a follow up meeting and provided me with the structure I needed to wean baby by our goal timeline! The plan was broken …
Keilah
As a pediatric nurse practitioner, I’ve counseled and educated lots of mama’s on breastfeeding, even before I became a mama myself. The thing is, no one tells you how HARD breastfeeding actually is. You always wonder if you’re doing something wrong, questioning everything. Because of my education and experience, I knew all the right answers, but when it came to my own baby, I felt like a total dumb-dumb.I asked the same questions a million times, and she always answered them so gently and patiently. My LO had a severe tongue tie that was clipped in the hospital, but we still had lots of latching issues. Jessica helped me through those, allowing me to send pictures and videos. She also counseled me through issues with fast let down, oversupply, vasospasms (ouch!), and pumping…not to mention the emotional roller coaster that is breastfeeding.I was able to breastfeed for 12 months. And a HUGE part of my success is because of help from Jessica. She is so knowledgeable, patient, encouraging and compassionate, and I am so incredibly thankful for her support and help during my first breastfeeding journey …
Tristin
Jessica is so knowledgeable and patient! She helped me cut down my pump sessions due to pumping way too much and having a massive oversupply. She worked with me and created a plan to cut down on pump times, and to ensure that I did not develop mastitis or clogged ducts. She would check up with me daily and encourage me throughout the whole process and modify the plan when needed. I will definitely be calling her when we decide to have another child! …
Is this normal?
I often find myself not only answering the following questions, but asking them as a nursing mother myself. It’s a confusing world out there with so many opinions, and baby brain is real. Have you asked yourself any of these questions?
- Should it be hurting like this?
- Do I have enough milk?
- How do I actually use my pump?
- What do I do to treat clogged ducts?
- How do I increase my supply?
- How should I go about weaning?
- How do I store my milk?
- Am I doing a good job?
- Will seeing a lactation consultant even help?
If you’re asking yourself even one of these questions, let us help you!
The ‘Gram
Podcasts
Welcome to the Milk Box!
Hi there! So glad we’ve found each other!
As a mother of two, I have personally struggled with breastfeeding and a myriad of other lactation issues. I was shocked at how challenging and complex breastfeeding could be after I had my first in 2017. After seeing several Lactation Consultants, I felt lead to undergo the years of training and education required in order to sit for my boards and become an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). I have a background in nutrition/dietetics, a bachelors in biology from TCU, and an interest in all things wellness. Caring for others and helping them reach their wellness goals is my lifelong passion and brings me such joy.
My desire is to equip you with knowledge, empower you with actionable steps, and arm you with support so that you can enjoy this exciting time.
When I share my enthusiasm for the world of lactation, it isn’t me simply chatting about something trivial or getting on a soap box! Becoming a parent is one of the most challenging adjustments that one can face and we need to support each other!
It’s not a soap box…it’s the Milk Box!
Jessica Koiner, Owner + IBCLC
IBCLC stands for International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. It is the highest level of certification and training a practitioner in lactation can carry. It’s much different than a lactation consultant (LC), a certified lactation consultant (CLC), or a lactation specialist.
Specifically, IBCLCs have a health sciences undergraduate degree, a minimum of 95 hours of additional lactation-specific education through an authorized institution, at least 700 hours of supervised clinical experience, and also must pass a rigorous board examination. They also must keep up minimum continuing education credits (at least 75 CERPs every 5 years), be certified in CPR, and continually practice as a lactation consultant. IBCLCs also adhere to the Code of Professional Conduct. More info about the IBLCE organization here. Find out if your lactation consultant is IBCLC-credentialed here.
Jessica’s IBCLC credential # is: L-302808
Providers
Jessica Koiner, IBCLC
- Central Fort Worth
Lanna Davis, IBCLC
- East Fort Worth
Services
Resources
Gift Certificates
Thanks to the Milk Box …
Bri
Jessica was truly a game changer in my breastfeeding journey! From our first consult, she was incredibly supportive, knowledgeable, and reassuring. Even when I hit a bump in the road, she was quick to respond and guide me. Breastfeeding is such a personal and emotional experience and working with Jessica helped me go from feeling like I was failing to feeling like I was thriving! …
Brenna
Jessica played such an integral role in my breastfeeding journey. I am currently 4 months in and still going strong with a baby who latches well and comfortably thanks to her. As a first time mom there are so many new things you have to learn, most of which DO NOT include a manual!Breastfeeding was certainly a challange for me at first. I felt completely lost, like a failure – that the thing I was designed to do (feed my baby) I wasn’t able to do. Jessica instantly made me feel loved, cared for, and understood. I was blown away by her knowledge and I know, without a doubt, I would have given up on my breastfeeding/pumping journey without her compassion and assistance! …
Katherine
As a second-time mom who had a successful breastfeeding journey with my first, I was feeling discouraged that it was not coming as easy with my second. After meeting with Jessica, I felt empowered and encouraged! She was thorough, intentional, informative and did such a great job coaching and explaining. She made me feel comfortable instantly and was a joy to work with. I cannot recommend her enough for mommas needing some support! …
Lauren
Jessica has gone over and above for me and my daughter since we started working with her. I’d highly recommend her mom to mom! …
Sara
I can’t recommend Jessica enough! She has been incredibly helpful in identifying my baby’s tongue & lip tie. She helped us with exercises, feeding positions and resources to make breastfeeding not only possible, but less painful. She has a ton of knowledge regarding breastfeeding, milk supply, hormone changes, and the entire tongue structure and function. She has been super supportive and sweet to me & my baby throughout this entire process. I will be calling her right away when baby #2 comes along! Thankful for her! …
Amy
Like a lot of first-time moms, my daughter and I really struggled to get the hang of breastfeeding. Jessica came to our home and did an excellent evaluation of my daughter’s mouth and latch. She gave us conservative measures to treat my daughter’s tongue tie which really improved breastfeeding for us but when it wasn’t quite enough, she referred us to an amazing pediatric dentist for a release. Jessica was with us every step of the way. We would not be exclusively breastfeeding if it wasn’t for her. Her compassion, knowledge, and passion for what she does are truly unmatched. I cannot recommend her enough! …
Emily
The relief I felt after meeting with Jessica the first time was unmatched! As a first time mom, I had no idea what to expect or how to properly breastfeed. Starting at the basics, Jessica gave me the instruction and courage to continue our breastfeeding journey. I would recommend Jessica to all first time moms planning to breastfeed! …
Crystal
Jessica was such an integral part of my breastfeeding journey. Without her, I 100% believe there would not have been a breastfeeding journey for us. When we started, I was in intense pain and worst of all, my daughter was unable to breastfeed and get the milk she needed. At our first appointment, my daughter could not even latch to do a weighted feed. Jessica looked at her mouth and noticed a few things, gave us some options and tools, and referred us to an amazing pediatric dentist. My daughter had severe oral ties and Jessica went through each step in the decision making process with us. Jessica helped me with all things breastfeeding, bottle feeding, understanding how to get my supply up, how to properly use a pump, latching and so much more. My daughter is now latching, I have little to no pain, I don’t have to use nipple shields, and my daughter is growing! Jessica, thank you for your direction and support. It was a game changer! …
Karina
Truly blessed and thankful for coming across Jessica. I really don’t know if I would still be breastfeeding my baby today without HER help. As a first time mom, I really didn’t have a clue what I was doing – especially because my baby had a lip + tongue tie. Breastfeeding was overwhelming + I wanted to give up! BUT God truly answered my prayers because I needed her help. I loved that we could schedule a at home consult – nothing like being in the comfort of your own home! I might have shed some tears when she left from the consult because she made me feel like I could do it. I felt confident + Hopeful. I was so happy that I could keep that bond between me + baby. Baby 6 months later + we are still exclusively breastfeeding. I couldn’t have done it with out her! …
Kylee
I am so thankful I was introduced to this wonderful woman and have her help to make it through some difficulties that would have ended our breastfeeding journey too soon had she not been there. I met Jessica around the time my baby was 8 weeks old. She had been having awful symptoms, always seemed uncomfortable, and had been struggling with getting any sort of good latch established. Jessica was with me as my baby went through a lip, tongue, and cheek release procedure and provided guidance and encouragement before and even through the weeks afterward. Jessica has a true gift for working with moms and babies and her knowledge in all things lactation and her compassion make her an excellent IBCLC. …
Mackenzie
I truly don’t know if I would still be breastfeeding my little one today without the help and support of Jessica during the first 2 months postpartum. I initially met with Jessica as a first time mom overwhelmed by breastfeeding. She helped guide me with tips on latching and general information on breastfeeding that I wasn’t aware of. Jessica was able to identify that my baby had lip, cheek, and tongue ties and pointed me in the right direction to have them revised. My favorite part about working with Jessica was her support along the way. She truly felt like a friend, and was such an amazing support person during those crazy postpartum months! She also had a very holistic approach to breastfeeding which I really appreciated. Instead of sending me straight to a dentist for a revision, she recommended chiropractor care and body work – both of which helped my baby and breastfeeding journey tremendously. We are now on month four of exclusively breastfeeding and I couldn’t have done it with out Jessica! …
Lakin
I can’t recommend Jessica enough. Knowing that I had so many issues with breastfeeding with my first child, I reached out to Jessica as soon as my second baby was born. I was so impressed with her knowledge & level of care. After every appointment with her, I felt more confident and hopeful about my breastfeeding journey. I will be recommending her to all of my breastfeeding friends from here on out. She is an incredible resource and encouragement! …
Erica
When I initially reached out to Jessica, I was worried I was going to have to completely stop breastfeeding. I was struggling with constant nipple irritation and pain and I thought it was only going to get worse. Jessica came over and turned everything around for the good. She showed me the lip tie that my daughter has and gave me exercises and massage techniques to help. She also helped me improve my daughter’s latch with some subtle, but very significant position changes. In addition, she recommended chiropractic care. Jessica has an incredibly loving and compassionate presence and she has a special gift for helping women in their breastfeeding journey. All of her tips helped resolve my nipple pain within a couple weeks. My daughter is now 2 months old and breastfeeding is going very smoothly. Jessica has also been there for me whenever questions have come up – I am so thankful for all of her help! …
Nadine
Like so many mamas, I really struggled with breastfeeding my firstborn. So many things went wrong, and I ended up pumping for over 8 months. When I had my second baby, I was determined to give nursing another shot. Jessica was the angel who helped support me in this emotional journey. She helped reassure me that it was possible to have a totally different experience with the second baby. And with her help, I did. She helped me get through latching pain and taught me so many tips and tricks to improve each feeding. Because of her, I was able to accomplish my breastfeeding goals and nourish my precious boy. She is gentle, professional and so supportive. She follows up after the consultation and truly cares about her mamas! …
Caitlyn
Jessica is truly remarkable. She helped me feel comfortable, confident and empowered in my breastfeeding journey. Although I had read many books and gotten advise from friends, having Jessica come to our house and coach us on nursing made ALL the difference. As a first time mom, I had a million questions and concerns which Jessica patiently answered with her abundance of knowledge and own personal experiences. She made my concerns feel heard and validated, while then making me feel at ease and confident moving forward. Jessica has great communication, is flexible and kind. Jessica made a big difference in my sweet baby boy’s journey and I am forever grateful! …
Miranda
Jessica is the perfect balance between knowledge, compassion, and patience! Being a first time mom, I needed so much guidance on all things breastfeeding and Jessica helped ease all of my concerns and questions – no matter how big or small. Because of Jessica’s help, I feel confident in my ability to breastfeed my little boy! I would absolutely recommend her to anyone on their breastfeeding journey – she is truly the biggest blessing!!! …
Ariana
My baby was born with 5 mouth ties resulting in a horrendous start to breastfeeding. I struggled with extreme pain, mastitis, over production, blisters and the list goes on and on. I worked with an LC prior and looking back I needed to find someone who had experience with my baby’s specific issues. Three painstaking months of breastfeeding and I was literally days from quitting. My baby’s tongue tie specialist was kind enough to recommend Jessica and as my last attempt before throwing in the towel, I contacted her. I was desperate, hopeless and was sure I was going to have to quit. But Jessica came to the rescue. She came out farther than her normal travel, on a day she didn’t do travel appointments, on a week she was already completely booked. Again, just amazing. Once she saw us, she helped us with very practical steps and recommended some follow up care that we needed for my baby’s ties. My goal before baby was born was just six months of breastfeeding but after birth, I felt that was going to be impossible. After following Jessica’s advice and help, breastfeeding for a year or more seems like no problem! My heart goes out …
Alex
Jessica helped me so much. I had multiple problems including an overactive let down, oversupply, and my son had lip and tongue ties. She helped me navigate the best approaches to use to ensure both me and my son were happy, nourished, and taken care of. I definitely would have quit breastfeeding all together if it weren’t for her. We are still on our journey but I know we are headed in the right direction thanks to Jessica. Can’t recommend her enough. …
Keilah (mom of 2)
Breastfeeding baby #2 has, by far, been easier but has still come with its own set of challenges. Jessica is a HUGE part of my breastfeeding success story with my oldest, so I reached out to her again for help. Yet again, she has helped me TREMENDOUSLY and baby boy and I doing so well now. I’m a pediatric nurse practitioner and a lot of times I feel like I should know the answers to my questions, but when it’s your own child, all your knowledge seems to disappear from your brain. If you’re a HCP you know exactly what I mean. Jessica is so compassionate and never makes me feel dumb for not knowing the answers based on my education and training. I went in to this breastfeeding journey with far more confidence than I had with my first, because of Jessica’s help, and have gained even more confidence and knowledge this time around. So thankful for her help! …
Annie
I reached out to Jessica with many concerns about our breastfeeding journey. She helped me find specialists to get my son the support he needed with his oral ties. Most importantly, she empowered me to make the best choices for my physical and mental health so I could be the best mom for my sweet baby! …
Erika
Literally can’t give enough praise to Jessica! My milk supply was slow to come in so I pumped and bottle fed for 3 months. I was worried my little one wouldn’t breastfeed so I called Jessica for help. After one session there was so much improvement! Jessica did a phenomenal job making me feel comfortable and tailoring her advice to what I was going through with my baby. She is worth every penny and I love that I’m able to breastfeed comfortably and confidently! …
Meredith
I thought breastfeeding would come easily but I was definitely wrong! After feeling defeated and giving up, I decided to reach out to Jessica to give it one last shot. She came in and brought so much reassurance to our journey. It takes a lot to bring this anxious mama peace but she met me where I was and got me where I wanted to be. I am so thankful to be able to provide for my baby girl and I would not have been able to do it without her help! …
Hanna
As a first time mom, the idea of breastfeeding and getting the right nutrition to my baby was incredibly overwhelming. It was a whole world and realm of knowledge that I had no experience with. Thankfully, Jessica, with The Milk Box, has been with me from the beginning and every step of the way since. From the very first week she was a gracious resource as I asked questions about my milk supply and how to properly latch my baby, then to transitioning back to work and learning how to operate a pump and properly store my milk. Most recently, Jessica worked with me to wean my baby and myself (from my pump) and gave me guidance on putting together nutritious toddler meals. There is no way I could have been able to do it without Jessica. She was patient, thorough, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. She made me feel comfortable asking questions, not making me feel “small” or stupid for the amount of things I didn’t know. The detailed plan she put together was beautifully explained during a follow up meeting and provided me with the structure I needed to wean baby by our goal timeline! The plan was broken …
Keilah
As a pediatric nurse practitioner, I’ve counseled and educated lots of mama’s on breastfeeding, even before I became a mama myself. The thing is, no one tells you how HARD breastfeeding actually is. You always wonder if you’re doing something wrong, questioning everything. Because of my education and experience, I knew all the right answers, but when it came to my own baby, I felt like a total dumb-dumb.I asked the same questions a million times, and she always answered them so gently and patiently. My LO had a severe tongue tie that was clipped in the hospital, but we still had lots of latching issues. Jessica helped me through those, allowing me to send pictures and videos. She also counseled me through issues with fast let down, oversupply, vasospasms (ouch!), and pumping…not to mention the emotional roller coaster that is breastfeeding.I was able to breastfeed for 12 months. And a HUGE part of my success is because of help from Jessica. She is so knowledgeable, patient, encouraging and compassionate, and I am so incredibly thankful for her support and help during my first breastfeeding journey …
Tristin
Jessica is so knowledgeable and patient! She helped me cut down my pump sessions due to pumping way too much and having a massive oversupply. She worked with me and created a plan to cut down on pump times, and to ensure that I did not develop mastitis or clogged ducts. She would check up with me daily and encourage me throughout the whole process and modify the plan when needed. I will definitely be calling her when we decide to have another child! …
Is this normal?
I often find myself not only answering the following questions, but asking them as a nursing mother myself. It’s a confusing world out there with so many opinions, and baby brain is real. Have you asked yourself any of these questions?
- Should it be hurting like this?
- Do I have enough milk?
- How do I actually use my pump?
- What do I do to treat clogged ducts?
- How do I increase my supply?
- How should I go about weaning?
- How do I store my milk?
- Am I doing a good job?
- Will seeing a lactation consultant even help?
If you’re asking yourself even one of these questions, let us help you!
The ‘Gram
Podcasts
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