Jessica Semar, BS, IBCLC, RLC

She/Her/Hers

I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) serving families in Austin, TX.

I was inspired to become a lactation consultant after an IBCLC helped me overcome challenges breastfeeding my first son following a NICU stay. I have worked with breastfeeding families since 2017 and became an IBCLC in 2019. I have a BS in Public Health from the University of Texas at Arlington. I obtained my lactation education through the University of California San Diego's Lactation Consultant program.

I have expertise in assessing oral function and oral ties, breast refusal, transitioning home from the NICU, and supporting neurodiverse families. I have taken additional trainings and have experience with bottle refusal, exclusive pumping, induced lactation, gender affirming care, and low milk production. I am also an American Red Cross certified CPR and First Aid Instructor. When I’m not working or reading about lactation, I enjoy cooking, escaping into a good book, hiking, and camping with my husband and three sons.

I am passionate about providing inclusive, evidence-based, individualized care to families throughout their lactation journey. 

Jessica is available for home visits in Central and South Austin, and Northern Hays county, office visits in South Austin, and virtual visits worldwide.