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Shanice Nelson

Shanice Nelson

Shanice, a Louisville native, is a passionate lactation consultant and maternal health advocate. She founded Anchored Beginnings Lactation Support in 2021, offering culturally competent and evidence-based breastfeeding education. In her spare time, she facilitates a local New Parent Support Group, Afterglow, and trains future lactation consultants and advocates in Kentucky.

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Paid family leave would be a win-win for Jefferson County Public Schools
By: - May 27, 2024

Sleep deprivation, mental health challenges, breastfeeding, child care, family dynamics and body image are just a few of the challenges many new parents face when expanding their families.? As a fierce maternal and child health advocate, Louisville Metro Office for Women ambassador and lactation consultant who supports new parents, I know that providing access to […]