Kia ora,
Hi, Hola!

I am Heranush a Health Mentor, Lactation Consultant, Educator and International Speaker. I provide education and support that is evidence-based using gentle care approaches for individuals, families, organisations and communities on diverse topics that are based on your goals and values.

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Hera cares for the entire family, she has fair rates, much needed services, Hera gave us over time and great follow ups and care plan, she is lovely and has a kind personality, she empowered me as a mother and assisted me to meet my goals, will reach out to her and recommend her services for sure, she is fantastic!
Diane, Canada
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Let me help you through your health journey

As an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), I am qualified to help with a wide range of issues that parents encounter while feeding (e.g. breastfeeding, bottle feeding, use of donor milk). I offer experienced support to families in a wide variety of complex situations.

I provide support to help families meet their goals through gentle care and evidence-based advice.

Services

Online or in-person in the Buller District / West Coast of New Zealand

Get started with a free 15 minute consultation

In our complimentary call we can discuss your parenting, infant-feeding, and other health and wellbeing goals.

About Heranush

I have over fifteen years' experience providing evidence-based support and education, using gentle care approaches, to individuals, families, and health care providers from diverse communities. I work in both English and Spanish across a range of topics, including health, wellbeing, and breastfeeding.

I am a holistic health mentor, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Certified Breastfeeding Specialist (CBS), nutritionist, educator, international speaker, researcher, La Leche League Leader, and trained facilitator of the Ruhi Institute. I have also worked with a research team from the Liggins Institute on neonatal projects in Aotearoa New Zealand.

My studies are in Integrated Human Health, which has given me knowledge and skills in key areas of human bioscience, including mental health, sleep, exercise, nutrition, genetics, and the environment. This allows me to empower individuals and communities to find the right intervention and prevention strategies to improve their health and wellbeing.

My personal experience raising our two children in the various communities where we have lived, in North and South America, Oceania, and the Middle East, has been invaluable in helping me appreciate the importance of personal connection and reliable resources for families. These experiences inspired me to look for ways to support others on their health journeys.

My goal is to work together with you to find the strategies that best support your health and longevity. I look forward to working with you!

No referral needed. Please get in touch at hera@heranush.com

Testimonials

Heranush is a warm and genuinely caring individual who listened carefully to my concerns and very ably provided me with valuable advice and guidance. She was able to allay my fears and help me achieve my breastfeeding goals. Ever grateful for her support and encouragement!
Shiva, New Zealand
Hera cares for the entire family, she has fair rates, much needed services, Hera gave us over time and great follow ups and care plans, she is lovely and has a kind personality, she empowered me as a mother and assisted us to meet my goals, will reach out to her and recommend her services for sure, she is fantastic!
Diane H, New Zealand
I could talk to Hera about every parenting topic and children's concern we have, her approach, education and resources are holistic, she listens and shared wonderful knowledge and resources, time talking to her is time well invested, she is the best health care provider, thank you so much.
Ana, Ecuador
Hera was incredibly helpful when my 11 month old stopped breastfeeding. Our whole family was sick and talking to Hera we felt support. Her advice and techniques she suggested to try helped immensely and I was able to continue my breastfeeding journey for a further 7 months. Hera is amazing and I am forever grateful for her compassion and dedication in supporting parents.
Arlaina, New Zealand
Hera is really caring and feels for her clients. You can see that when she contacts you outside of the sessions to check in on you or send you further resources and ideas. She tries her best to find suitable solutions tailored to each family and their wishes. She is encouraging, empathetic, loving, calm, patient and professional in her approach. On top of that she is very knowledgeable in her field so we felt in very capable hands!
Michelle, Austria
Hera is amazing, very dedicated to what she does. When I had my wee boy I had issues with my supply, she gave very good advice and sent through plenty of options to try out. Very thorough and knowledgeable, highly recommend her services.
Gofa, Botswana
During my consultation with Heranush I felt so encouraged and reassured. There is a lot of conflicting opinions on the internet about breastfeeding, it can be very confusing! Heranush listened to my experience and concerns and she provided me with information and insights that resonated with how I wish to parent.
Hana, United Kingdom
I did not know what to do until I talked to Heranush, great lactation consultant and parent educator, very attentive ear, contact her for your family wellbeing, highly recommended! Thank you Hera you give so much to our family and the world your knowledge is incredible.