DIANNE CASSIDY - MA, IBCLC, RLC, ALC
Dianne is a lactation consultant, educator, presenter, trainer, podcaster, and author. She is the author of Emotional and Physical Trauma and Its Impact on Breastfeeding Mothers. This book is based on Dianne’s experience with breastfeeding parents dealing with different types of trauma.
Dianne’s skillset has been informed by her broad experiences in WIC, in a hospital setting, in a busy pediatric office, a primary care office, telehealth, and private practice. From the prenatal period through weaning (whenever that may be), she has been a valued source of support and knowledge for families worldwide.
Dianne’s multifaceted clinical experience and knowledge has been honed by working with parents throughout their entire breastfeeding journey. Dianne’s multifaceted clinical experience and knowledge has been honed by working with parents throughout their entire breastfeeding journey. She supports families in private practice, in a pediatric office, primary care, hospital, WIC office, and in homes. Dianne’s love of lactation finds her reading research articles and literature about breastfeeding instead of the latest novel, which helps promote her evidence-based practices and presentations. One of her gifts is bringing this knowledge directly to families and colleagues with her astounding spirit, excitement, and humor.
Dianne's vast clinical background has sharpened her teaching skills, where she uses real-life experiences and case studies, setting her apart from many theory-based presenters. Dianne has enjoyed this evolution from a clinical, patient-centered lactation consultant to public speaker and educator. Her energy is contagious and is felt by families, lactation consultants, and birth workers alike. As both keynote speaker and trainer at March of Dimes, WIC, GOLD Learning, and countless conferences and coalitions, Dianne brings lactation education to life.
HISTORY
Dianne has been working with families since 2008. In 2010,
Dianne completed her Advanced Lactation Certification and BS In Maternal Child Health/Lactation. In 2013, she completed her MA in Health and Wellness/Lactation.
EXPERIENCE
Dianne’s skillset has been informed by her broad experiences in WIC, in a hospital setting, in a busy pediatric office, a primary care office, telehealth, and private practice. From the prenatal period through weaning (whenever that may be), she has been a valued source of support and knowledge for families worldwide.
TEACHING
Dianne teaches using her real-life experiences and case studies, which sets her apart in the lactation field providing a personalized and realistic experience for her audiences. Dianne’s evolution began as a clinical, patient-centered lactation consultant to a public speaker and educator. Her energy is contagious, and is felt by families, lactation consultants and birth workers alike.
DIANNE CAN BE HIRED FOR A SINGLE SESSION, HALF DAY, FULL DAY, OR MULTI-DAY WORKSHOP.
TESTIMONIALS
"Dianne is enthusiastic and knowledgeable about lactation. She goes above and beyond for the people she serves delivering expert advice whether they're breastfeeding one, two, or three babies. She's also an eloquent and engaging speaker to have at your event. And always gets excellent reviews."
DARCY DREYER
“If you have a chance to hear Dianne speak, take it! Dianne has a deep passion for the breastfeeding mother/baby dyad and this translates in her breastfeeding education. She has extensive knowledge of the subject matter and communicates technical information in a fun, interactive way.”
SHEILA DARLING
“I love working with Dianne, and I especially love the opportunities when I get to hear her
speak. She knows what she’s talking about! She has a wealth of professional knowledge. Not only that, she has this amazing ability to connect with people.”
LEIA GIDDENS