24. Breastfeeding Meets Business w/ Lactation Consultant Amy Tanzillo

You guys, this conversation is so ENERGIZING. Amy Tanzillo is a force to be reckoned with. Amy is a mom of three, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and the CEO and founder of Thrive Breastfeeding and a straight boss! Amy transitioned from a corporate career to being a stay-at-home mom, and eventually turned her side hustle into a successful career as a lactation consultant. Faced with major life changes and the global pandemic, Amy knew she needed to provide well forherself and her kids. Her passion for helping people led her to lactationconsulting, a path that allows her to support moms, babies, and families whilegiving her the freedom to be present for her own family.In today’s conversation, Amy and I discuss the vital need for postpartum support services like lactation and sleep coaching, the evolving societal norms surroundingbreastfeeding, and the challenges of balancing motherhood with entrepreneurship. We also explore the importance of knowing your worth,particularly in the maternal services industry where women often underchargefor their work. Additionally, we touch on the unique mental load that momscarry (#momguilt), and more.Amy brings big sister vibes to her lactation support, making her the perfect ally if you'reexperiencing breastfeeding challenges or want to prepare confidently for yourpostpartum journey. She has ambitious goals for her business and is doingincredible work in her industry. I’m excited for you to hear this candid chatabout the importance of support, mindset, and resilience in motherhood andbusiness!____Connect with Amy on Instagram @thrivebreastfeeding Learn more about working with Amy by visiting her websiteConnect with me on InstagramLearn more about booking a Biz Therapy session and working together by visiting my websiteWays to Connect Outside the Podcast Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/