Empowering and Educating Families through Supportive Care
You know yourself and your baby best. It’s my goal to give you the support and resources to have the breastfeeding experience of your dreams — however that may look from birth to Beyond the Breast!
Hey there — welcome to Beyond the Breast!
I believe that every family’s journey is unique — and every family deserves personalized, compassionate care.
At Beyond the Breast, my goal is to help educate, empower and support expectant and new parents to overcome challenges and meet their infant feeding goals with confidence from birth to beyond the breast.
I’m Heather Martin, IBCLC, and I’m so glad you found me! Seriously — just looking for support is a huge step and I’m proud of you for taking it. Whether you are brand new to this whole baby thing or adding another little one to your crew, feeding challenges can pop up and throw you for a loop.
Why families choose Beyond the Breast?
Because they want care that’s compassionate, evidence-based, and truly centered on them. From lactation to mental health to the messy beauty of early parenthood—I’m here for all of it, and all of you.
Services are available for Home, Office or Virtual Consults.
Appointment fees may be offset by your Insurance plan
Believe in the Magic of Breastmilk! Whether you are feeding directly, exclusively pumping or using a combination of breast and bottle feeding from the comfort and privacy of your home, my office or virtually, consults are a time to discuss your concerns and help optimize feeding sessions.
You don’t want trouble feeding your baby, especially in the early days. You know you’re going to be sleep deprived and sore as you heal and get the hang of things. You don’t have to worry or stress about nourishing your baby too.
It IS possible to have a positive lactation experience! When you choose a compassionate expert like me, you get exceptional support on this special journey.
Common Problems That Can Challenge Your Breastfeeding Journey
Maybe you’re experiencing one or more of these. While common, they’re not normal — and you don’t have to suffer. Working with a passionate, professional IBCLC gets to the root of the problem faster — so you can start loving your feeding journey.
Latching Problems
Pain while feeding
Lip/tongue/cheek ties
Supply concerns
Slow weight gain
Engorgement
Plugged ducts
Thrush
Tips for involving family members with feedings & infant care
Pumping Schedules
Pump flange fittings
Bottle refusal
Milk Storage
Weaning/Starting Solids
Breastfeeding & jaundice
Nipple shield use
Sleepy baby
Supporting feeding goals
Reflux concerns
Mastitis
Mental health & wellbeing
Multiples (Welcome to the Club, btw!)
Breast augmentation or reduction
Returning to work
When breastfeeding doesn't go as planned
Feeling overwhelmed or frustrated
Having a plan when you don't know what to do
Gain Confidence & Get Support
Imagine having a “lactation consultant in your pocket,” offering you evidence-based information, holistic support, and compassion without judgment every step of the way. No more asking Dr. Google at 3AM, no more conflicting advice from 37 different healthcare providers and family members, no more questioning your own parenting instinct. I’m here to guide you through your lactation journey, through birth, the early days with your newborn, and the rest of the “fourth trimester.”
Let’s make it happen! Plan to feed your baby during our visits in the way that best suites you both. If baby is fussy, we'll meet those needs too.
Beyond Beginnings
Premium Concierge Care Through Every Transition
Experience full-spectrum lactation and newborn care tailored just for your family. Beyond Beginnings offers extended, concierge-level support with flexible scheduling, custom feeding plans, and priority access — so you're never alone in the fourth trimester.
Priority scheduling
Personalized feeding plan + stage updates
Video check-ins between visits
Visit recap reports
3 months of full support via text/email
Investment
$1500
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From bump to breast—we’ve got you covered 💛
This bundle is designed to wrap you in support from the very start. With a prenatal visit to lay the foundation, a “Baby’s Here” visit to get feeding off to a strong start, two follow-up sessions to fine-tune and troubleshoot, one virtual visit for flexible support, and three full months of ongoing access—you’re never alone in this.
We’ll check in between visits, answer the “Is this normal?” questions, and cheer you on through the big wins and the messy middle. Beyond Beginnings is here to help you move through pregnancy, postpartum, and feeding with confidence, clarity, and care.
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Prenatal Visit
Baby’s Here Visit
2 Follow up Visits
2 Virtual Visits
3 months of ongoing support
We’ll make sure you are feeling confident from pregnancy to breast for the coming months with confidence.
Virtual sessions between visits for quick check-ins as needed
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Scheduling priority – Expectant Beyond Beginnings Families have first access to my calendar and available bookings.
Your support system for navigating the new joys & struggles of new parenthood and postpartum.
First baby or Seventh baby- It’s equally exciting & nerve-wracking. No matter what this next chapter brings, I’ll be by your side, supporting you along the way.
Rooted & Ready
Support That Grounds You for the Fourth Trimester
Feel confident through the full newborn transition. Rooted & Ready gives you comprehensive support through your baby’s first six weeks — from feeding concerns to routines and sleep patterns. We’ll build your rhythm together.
Priority Scheduling following Beyond Beginnings clients
recommend scheduling between 24 and 28 weeks of pregnancy.
Investment
$995 In-home visits,
$775 Office visits
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Scheduling priority – Expectant Rooted & Ready Families have first access to my calendar and available bookings.
Your support system for navigating the new joys & struggles of new parenthood and postpartum.
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We’ll make sure you are feeling Rooted & Ready for the coming weeks with confidence.
1: Prenatal Prep- From Bump to Breast or Bottle
What to expect in the first few days and weeks, milk production, colostrum collection, hand expression, milk storage and signs of success or concern.
2: Welcome Baby!
Initial latch & Positioning assistance, assess initial milk transfer, assess breast health and oral assessment of baby.
Put together a care plan for your first two weeks at home
2: Latching Success/Follow Up
Assessment of weight gain, milk transfer and your care plan- we’ll make any adjustments that are needed3: Follow-up Virtual visit to check baby’s progress and ensure you feel comfortable with your feeding routine
With the Rooted & Ready Package, you have 24/7 virtual support via private chat until your baby is 6 weeks old
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Hands-on latch positioning training for problem & pain-free breastfeeding
Measuring baby’s intake to ensure they’re getting enough nutrients
Customized care plan to keep your breastfeeding journey on-track
Customized care plans to help you and baby reach your goals with confidence
On-going support from your prenatal to 6 weeks postpartum, I’m here for you-via private chat to help answer q’s as they come up.
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Scheduling priority – once Beyond Beginnings clients are accommodated, Rooted & Ready clients are next in line for availability.
One designated breastfeeding authority to steer you away from Google and into the expertise of a lactation consultant with 15+ years in the industry.
Your support system for navigating this new journey. Whether it’s your first or third time breastfeeding, it’s an extremely emotional experience. Having someone who gets it and has been where you are to guide you through is the greatest postpartum gift you can give yourself.
With the Rooted & Ready Package, you have 24/7 virtual support via private chat until your baby is 6 weeks old
Prenatal Support
From to Bump to Breast
Prepare for your little one’s arrival with a personalized consult - gain knowledge for milk production, pump use & set up, flange sizing and the first few days & weeks with your little one and what to expect.
Concierge Care
Concierge care in the comfort of your home, my office or virtually to help you meet your infant feeding goals.
Sessions generally include pre/post feed weights, latch assessment & discussion of primary concerns. Pump flange assessment and set up may also be done. Personalized care plans are created for every visit.
Focused
Preparing to return to work? Getting ready to start solid foods or working on weaning?
Let’s work together to create a plan that works for you & your family!
Infant Massage
A five week 1:1 or group class designed to help parents learn infant massage techniques for their little one.
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Kind Words
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Heather has been such a blessing to our family. She has aided with not only my breastfeeding journey, but so many other aspects of motherhood and postpartum. She has understood my goals and offered incredible advice and wonderful resources I wouldn’t have had without her. I highly recommend Heather for all things postpartum and motherhood, she is very knowledgeable and just a truly amazing person! - Keegan
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Heather s beyond exceptional. I have done home visits, office appointments, and virtual sessions. She is always extremely prepared and knowledgeable about whatever your feeding challenge may be. I saw her initially for general help with breastfeeding and then again around 6 months when my baby developed a bottle aversion. I plan to see her for all of my future lactation needs! I recommend her to everyone that I can! - Morgan
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Heather is so incredibly down to earth & genuine! I messaged her out of desperation that my newborn wasn't nursing/latching and she was so quick to respond and assured me she could help. She put me at ease at our first meeting and was very casual and just observed us nursing, gently offering suggestions. This is my 8th baby to breastfeed and I'm still learning different techniques. I would recommend Heather to any mom needing assistance with feeding! -Jennifer
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I had a wonderful experience with Heather! She helped me navigate some very challenging breastfeeding issues with care and compassion. I loved that she did home visits, especially as we figured things out with our first. I also highly recommend the infant massage class.. it was wonderful to learn techniques, meet other local mamas and bond with baby! - Jordan
Serving families in Fort Worth and surrounding communities
Aledo, Benbrook, Briar Oaks, Burleson, Cross Timber, Cleburne, Cresson, Crowley
Edgecliff Village, Everman, Joshua, Lake Worth, River Oaks, Saginaw, Westworth Village & White Settlement