About Seacoast Lactation Services, LLC
What is an IBCLC? An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant is a healthcare professional who specializes in the management of breastfeeding. Around the world, IBCLCs support healthy families by improving breastfeeding outcomes, lowering healthcare costs, and more. What distinguishes an IBCLC from other lactation professionals is the depth and breadth of our training and professional development.
Laura grew up in New York and moved to the Seacoast in 2004 after falling in love with New England and then her husband. She has been a Registered Nurse since 1998 when she started her career working in medical-surgical nursing and then spent many years working as a traveling emergency room nurse around the country. Laura is currently working as a post-partum RN and IBCLC at a local Hospital.
She received a liberal arts and nursing degree from Dutchess Community College in NY and went on for her Bachelors degree in nursing at SUNY Utica. In 2008, she graduated from Antioch University with a Masters degree in leadership and management. She has been working in the field of clinical Lactation for years and earned the IBCLC credential in October 2018.
After having two children and experiencing the challenges of breast feeding while working, she decided to explore a new career and become a lactation consultant. With critical care nursing as her background, she enjoys a challenge and wants to help mothers as much as she can. She enjoys helping new mothers and babies learn breastfeeding techniques and how to enjoy each other. She will be utilizing national standards and evidence based practice in all of her care. Laura is happy to help you and your baby learn each other and build the bond of a lifetime.
Laura Stone, BSN, MS, RN, IBCLC
Owner of Seacoast Lactation LLC.
Julie Rooney BSN,RN, IBCLC
Julie is a dedicated Registered Nurse with a passion for lactation support and nurturing families on the New Hampshire Seacoast. Her education began with a bachelor’s degree in Nutritional Sciences from the University of New Hampshire in 2010, followed by a nursing degree from St. Joseph’s School of Nursing in 2012. After three years in primary care nursing, Julie pursued her BSN from Granite State College, transitioning to cardiac medical/surgical nursing at a local hospital.
In 2020, driven by her own experience as a new mother and receiving exceptional lactation care, Julie embarked on her dream career change, obtaining her Certified Lactation Counselor certification and delving into clinical lactation practice. Her dedication led her to earn her IBCLC credential in June 2022.
Julie’s passion lies in empowering families, fostering the bond between infants and parents, and supporting each family’s unique feeding goals. She strives to connect with families, sharing her expertise, and witnessing the joy of successful breastfeeding journeys.
Julie lives on the scenic NH Seacoast with her husband and three children. They enjoy spending family time together at the beach as much as possible! Julie looks forward to meeting you and helping you with your needs.