Michele Carnesecca, RN, IBCLC - Breastfeeding - Pregnancy/Birth - Parenting/Family

About > AllExperts
	Search for

Main Menu

Login (Experts Only)

About Us · FAQ · Tell Friends About Us · Link To Us · Free Encyclopedia · Disclaimer · Tech Support

You are here: AllExperts > Parenting/Family > Pregnancy/Birth > Breastfeeding

Expert Profile: Michele Carnesecca, RN, IBCLC

Expertise: Author of the book "MOMMY"S LITTLE BREASTFEEDING BOOK: 101 TIPS YOUR BABY WANTS YOU TO KNOW ABOUT NURSING" (Go to littlebreastfeedingbook.com). I can answer questions on the benefits of breastfeeding, how to increase your milk supply, engorgement, mastitis, scheduling feedings, going back to work, sore nipples, correct latch and positioning, pumps, bras, bottles, pacifiers, breastfeeding products, how to know if your baby is getting enough, and most questions about breastfeeding. I have worked as a Registered Nurse in Pediatrics, Newborn ICU, and Mother/Baby. I have been a Lactation Consultant for 10 years and I am IBCLC certified. I teach Prenatal Breastfeeding classes and I currently work as a Lactation Consultant and Registered Nurse at a "Magnet" hospital. I have breastfed 4 children of my own.

Experience in the area
I have worked as a registered nurse in Pediatrics, Mother/Baby, and Newborn ICU. I have been a Lactation Consultant for the past 10 years and I am IBCLC certified. I currently work as a lactation consultant in a "Magnet" hospital. I also teach Prenatal Breastfeeding classes. I have breastfed four children of my own. I am the author of "Mommy's Little Breastfeeding Book: 101 tips your baby wants you to know about nursing". This book is a "must have" for every breastfeeding mother. It contains invaluable information about nursing in a quick, easy-to-read format.

Organizations
IBCLC

Publications

Education/Credentials
High School graduate, RN degree from Weber State/Utah State University, IBCLC member

Ask a Question	View Past Answers	View Ratings

Average Ratings
Prestige Points: 3040
Knowledge	9.94 Best of the best
Clarity of Response	9.93 Best of the best
Timeliness	9.98 Best of the best
Politeness	10.0 Best of the best
Number Of Questions (in Past 24 Hours)		0
Max Questions to be Asked (in 24 Hour period)		2
Total Questions (since joining AllExperts)		249

Recent Reviews from Users

Knowl	Clarity	Time	Politeness	Date
10	10	10	10	11/21/08
10	10	10	10	10/30/08
10	10	10	10	10/29/08
10	10	10	10	10/24/08
10	10	10	10	10/21/08

User Comments

thank you so very much for the courteous and rapid response!!!
(Kara on 11/21/08)

I am so happy that I asked my question here! I feel much better after reading her response. Thank you so very much!
(robyn on 10/30/08)

I am thankful for your quick and helpful answers
(Alli on 10/29/08)

View All Comments

Ask a Question	View Past Answers	View Ratings

Recent Answers from Michele Carnesecca, RN, IBCLC

2008-11-05 Returning to work = dwindling milk supply: Hello Audrey, I am sorry that you are losing your milk supply. That can be so frustrating. Here are a couple of thoughts that might help: 1. As I look at your scheduling, I think the biggest factor...

2008-11-05 Low supply/preterm infant: Hello Amanda, I am glad that things are going well for you. I am glad you are taking Reglan. Hopefully you will see an increase in your milk volume. You can ask your endocrinologist to check all...

2008-11-04 Recurring Plugged Ducts: Hello Anne, I am sorry to hear about the plugged duct problem. That can be really frustrating. I just helped another mom with this same problem. I am going to copy and paste what I told her because...

2008-11-04 How to stop breastfeeding?: Hello Alicia, It can be difficult to wean a baby at 17 months because breastfeeding is not just a physical need but an emotional attachment as well. It can be difficult when your husband is away and...

2008-11-03 breastfeeding and solid foods: Hello Kay, Congratulations for giving your baby breastmilk for a year. What great benefits for both you and your baby. When asking the percentage of calories, that all depends on what your goal...