Ashley Green RN, BSN, IBCLC

Experience

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  METROPOLITAN METHODIST HOSPITAL

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2013

  RN, BSN

  As a Registered Nurse with a specialization in Mother-Baby and Postpartum care, I played a pivotal role in ensuring the health and well-being of both new mothers and their newborns. My responsibilities included:- Conducting thorough patient assessments, encompassing essential health checks and assessments vital to maternal and infant care.- Providing immediate and compassionate care to new mothers and their newborns in the delicate postpartum period, offering guidance, support, and medical assistance.- Collaborating closely with healthcare teams, including physicians, to create and implement individualized patient care plans that addressed the unique needs of each family.- Playing a crucial role in facilitating the mother-baby dyad of breastfeeding, offering lactation support and guidance to empower mothers in their breastfeeding journey.My dedication to ensuring a smooth and nurturing transition into motherhood and supporting the critical early stages of infant care has been a central focus of my career. I am proud to have contributed to the well-being of countless families during this important phase of their lives. Show less

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  METHODIST STONE OAK HOSPITAL

  Jan 2013 - Jan 2017

  RN, BSN, IBCLC

  As a Lactation Consultant, I was dedicated to providing essential support to mothers, newborns, and their families on their breastfeeding journey. My responsibilities included:- Offering personalized breastfeeding guidance to mothers, newborns, and families, ensuring they had the knowledge and skills for a successful breastfeeding experience.- Playing a pivotal role in educating and training new International Board Certified Lactation- Consultant (IBCLC) candidates, helping to shape the next generation of breastfeeding support professionals.- Collaborating closely with physicians to assess and ensure the well-being of the mother-baby postpartum dyad, fostering a holistic approach to healthcare.- Teaching informative breastfeeding classes to new families, equipping them with the tools and knowledge necessary for a positive breastfeeding experience, while also connecting them with valuable local resources. Show less

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  NUMNUMTIME

  Jan 2016 - Jan 2018

  RN, BSN, IBCLC, CEO|OWNER

  As the CEO and Owner of Numnumtime, a private in-home lactation consulting practice, I played a pivotal role in providing essential support to mothers, newborns, and families on their breastfeeding journey. My responsibilities included:- Offering personalized lactation consultations to mothers and their newborns in the comfort of their own homes, creating a nurturing and supportive environment.- Empowering families with evidence-based guidance and education on breastfeeding, ensuring they had the knowledge and skills for a successful breastfeeding experience.- Spearheading all aspects of the company, from inception to operation, including business development, client management, scheduling, and compliance with regulatory requirements.My dedication to promoting the health and well-being of both mothers and infants through successful breastfeeding has been a central focus of my career Show less

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  Breastfeeding Housecalls

  Jan 2017 - Jan 2018

  RN, BSN, IBCLC

  As an in-home Lactation Consultant, I was dedicated to supporting the mother-baby dyad on their breastfeeding journey. My responsibilities encompassed:- Providing personalized breastfeeding support and education to mothers and newborns in the comfort of their homes, fostering a nurturing and conducive environment for successful breastfeeding.- Coordinating program client referrals to connect families with valuable resources and community support networks, ensuring they received comprehensive care.- Advocating for the health benefits of breastfeeding to expectant mothers, educating them about the advantages it offers to both the mother and the baby, and promoting the importance of this crucial bonding experience. Show less

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  LATCHED SUPPORT

  Sept 2017 - now

  Co-Founder & Executive Director

  In 2021, San Antonio had 81,000 live births. However, despite a growing population, San Antonio has some of the highest infant and maternal mortality rates in the nation at 6.2 per 1,000 live births. These numbers become even more bleak when they show that Black and Latinx mothers and infants statistically experience higher rates of infant mortality, preterm birth, low birth weight, pregnancy depression, postpartum depression, as well as severe maternal mortality and morbidity than other racial groups, according to Texas Health and Human Services. This, as well as, healthcare disparities and inequities within our San Antonio community are the reasons that my Co-Founder Veronica Simpkins and I began Latched Support. Show less