Hi! I'm Jessica.
Mother. Midwife.
Milk Whisperer.
Originally from California, I’ve been supporting families through pregnancy,
birth, and postpartum since 2007.
I began as a doula and student midwife, learning alongside experienced midwives before becoming licensed myself in 2012. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of caring for families in homes, free-standing birth centers, and hospitals, offering personalized support every step of the way.
Life, as it does, brought some big changes. After welcoming my own two children (Laila in 2013 and Aedan in 2016), navigating a global pandemic, and doing a lot of soul-searching, I stepped away from ‘on-call’ birth work in 2021. Instead, I shifted my focus to childbirth education, in-home postpartum midwifery care, and becoming an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant).
Then, in 2025, another big adventure began—my family packed up and moved to beautiful Bern, Switzerland, my husband’s hometown! These days, I’m in the process of having my midwifery license recognized here and diving headfirst into learning German (und Bärndütsch natürli!).
I’m especially passionate about infant feeding, tongue ties, and helping families navigate the early postpartum period with confidence. I stay up to date with the latest research and have completed specialized training in rehabilitating infant oral dysfunction to better support parents and babies.
When I’m not supporting families, you’ll find me spending time with my sweet children and husband, experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen, practicing yoga, hiking, and exploring new places.
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Frequently asked Questions
IBCLC stands for 'International Board Certified Lactation Consultant', which is a mouthful! (feeding pun intended!) IBCLC's are the highest qualifying credential of lactation providers and infant feeding, because to qualify we must complete 90 hours of lactation-specific education, log 300-1,000 hands-on clinical hours, pass a rigorous examination administered through the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBCLE), complete dozens of hours of continuous education annually to renew our recertification every five years, and pass the International Board’s examination every ten years.
In comparison, Certified Lactation Counselors (CLCs) and Certified Lactation Educators (CLEs) complete 45 hours of education, one online or in-person class and 18+ hours of continuing education every three years.
As of right now, I am not registered to practice as a midwife in Switzerland. But I have begun the application with The Swiss Red Cross to have my licensed recognized here.
In Switzerland some health insurance companies will only cover lactation consultations when done by a nurse, doctor or registered midwife regardless of their lactation knowledge. As stated above, I am currently not registered to practice as a midwife in Switzerland. But I have begun the application with The Swiss Red Cross to have my licensed recognized.
Please contact your insurance provider to enquire if they cover lactation consultations with an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). I am registered with the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (public registry here, my IBCLC Credential Number is L-311301) and soon to be with the BSS Professional Association of Swiss Lactation Consultants.
I am able to accept some major insurance plans out of the United States of America for Telehealth visits. Please contact me for more information.
Following our visit, you will receive an invoice detailing the visit fee, as well as any additional time or supplies purchased. Payments can be conveniently made online via credit card.
Once your consultation is confirmed, you’ll receive an invitation to my secure medical portal, where you can fill out a few quick forms, including consents and health history. Submitting them at least 24 hours before our appointment gives me a chance to review your background so we can dive right into what matters most during our time together.
All in-person visits take place in the comfort of your home. No need to tidy up—I know life with a newborn is beautifully messy. If we’re meeting in the early weeks, I fully expect you to be in bed, soaking up baby snuggles (as you should be!).
If your consultation is related to breast/chestfeeding support, I will ideally be able to observe a feeding. It’s best if your baby is hungry—but not overly hungry—so they’re ready to eat during our session.
If you book a virtual lactation support consultation, I’ll ask you to take a short video of your baby’s mouth before our consult. This helps me assess their oral function more thoroughly alongside our time together.
I’ll provide simple instructions on how to record and send the video—either via WhatsApp or by uploading it to my secure medical portal. Please make sure to send it at least 24 hours before our appointment. If I don’t receive it in time, we may need to reschedule.
I am based in Bern, Switzerland, and offer in-person visits in Bern and the surrounding areas. I am happy to travel to locations accessible by public transport within approximately 20 km of the city center, including:
• Köniz
• Muri bei Bern
• Kehrsatz
• Bolligen
• Zollikofen
• Ostermundigen
• Belp
• Münsingen
• Rubigen
• Stettlen
If you’re unsure whether your location is within my service area, feel free to reach out!
I also continue to offer virtual (telehealth) visits for families in the U.S. and beyond. If you don’t see an available appointment time that works for you, please contact me directly, and we’ll do our best to find a time that fits both our schedules. info@growwithbliss.com
- Mon & Tue: 9:00 — 14:30
- Wed / Thur / Fri: 9:00 — 12:30
- Check the online scheduler for current availability.
- 7-days a week: 9:00 — 22:00
- I always do my best to reply promptly, but sometimes life happens. If I'm at an appointment or wrangling my crazy kids, there might be a delay. But don't worry, I'll get back to you by the end of the day at the latest.
