My name is Tara Czapla. I am a board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC). In 2019, I lost my baby to stillbirth and have since realized the need for families to have support after neonatal loss.
The experience of having milk with no baby to feed is often seen as one of the most difficult aspects of the grieving process. The milk has been called 'white tears.' All families need anticipatory guidance and information at this delicate time.
I made these brochures to give sound clinical information in regards to how to suppress lactation, as well as information on donating their milk if that is the mother's desire.
I hope that this project helps many families begin their journey of healing. Thank you for visiting my website & I look forward to working with your hospital for years to come.
-Tara Czapla, IBCLC, owner of Milk & Honey Professional Lactation Support LLC