
At a glance:
Jessica Koiner, IBCLC
Founder
Jessica Koiner is the founder of The Milk Box and an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) with a background in biology, nutrition, and dietetics.
Her passion for lactation care began with her own experience as a mother. After the birth of her first child in 2017, Jessica quickly discovered just how challenging and complex breastfeeding could be. After working with several lactation consultants herself, she was inspired to pursue the education and training necessary to become an IBCLC so she could provide the kind of knowledgeable, compassionate support she wished every parent had access to.
Jessica earned her bachelor’s degree in Biology from Texas Christian University (TCU) and has a background in nutrition and dietetics. She has a longstanding interest in wellness and a genuine passion for helping others feel confident and supported in reaching their goals.
Through The Milk Box, Jessica has built a practice centered on individualized, evidence-based care. Her goal is to help families better understand their options, navigate challenges with confidence, and feel empowered to make the decisions that are right for them and their babies.
Jessica believes that becoming a parent is one of life’s biggest transitions—and that no one should have to navigate infant feeding alone. Whether a family is preparing for a new baby, working through breastfeeding challenges, managing pumping or milk supply, or simply looking for reassurance and guidance, she is passionate about meeting each family where they are.
What began as Jessica’s personal journey has grown into The Milk Box—a team dedicated to supporting families with knowledge, compassion, and practical tools for their feeding journey.
Because supporting parents isn’t just about lactation. It’s about supporting the whole family.
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What people are saying about Jessica:
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!
Bri
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!
Brenna
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!
Katherine
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!
Lauren
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!
Sara
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!
Amy
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!
Emily
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!
Crystal
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!
Karina
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.
Kylee
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!
Mackenzie
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!
