I'm Christina Sainato, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Registered Dietitian, and mother of two children. Feeding kids isn't easy! I know, because I've struggled myself with breastfeeding complications, and we've certainly had our own mealtime challenges. My personal experiences have given me a deep compassion and understanding for my clients.
I have worked with hundreds of families over the years to help mothers breastfeed successfully, to solve nutritional challenges, and to make family mealtime pleasant and stress-free. I will take the time to listen to your concerns, needs and goals. My approach is gentle, and I will never pressure you to feed your child in a way that doesn't feel right to you.
I have worked with hundreds of families over the years to help mothers breastfeed successfully, to solve nutritional challenges, and to make family mealtime pleasant and stress-free. I will take the time to listen to your concerns, needs and goals. My approach is gentle, and I will never pressure you to feed your child in a way that doesn't feel right to you.
Services
All in-person services are conducted in the comfort and safetly of your home. I am available in the purple highlighted areas on this map showing my service area. No additional travel fee is applied in the darker shaded area. In the lighter area, a travel fee of $50 will be applied and appointment availability may be more limited.
I can help you feed your family with confidence and peace of mind. From the moment you conceive, eating takes on a new meaning-the foods you choose are nourishing not just you, but a precious growing child. Managing weight postpartum, whether you'd like some help losing the extra baby weight or keeping the weight on if you're losing too much weight while breastfeeding.
Your lactation visit may be covered by insurance! If you have a PPO plan with Blue Shield, Blue Cross, Cigna, or United Healthcare, you may be eligible for a consultation with me at no out-of-pocket cost through Lactation Network. Insurance will not cover any applicable travel fees for home visit. I have been providing virtual care since the start of the pandemic with great results.
I had a wonderful experience with Christina. She was kind with a warm personality. I immediately felt comfortable with her. She was helpful and knowledgeable. She knew just how to help me and gave me clear instructions or tips to aide in breastfeeding my girl. After her visit, I was more confident in what I was doing and glad that I had sought her out.
I am currently working on establishing an office in Rockville, but at this time only in-home and virtual visits are available. For a number of reasons, particularly hospital policies and insurance reimbursement, I do not visit clients during their hospital stay. If we work together during your pregnancy, I make it a priority to be available as soon as possible after you get home with your newborn.
Reviews (4)
Abby Schmidt
Sep 14, 2021
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Christina was an amazing consultant! I was having a difficult time with breastfeeding and feeling discouraged about the process. She responded extremely promptly and drove to my town for an in person visit within just a few days. She was caring, patient, understanding and so informative about the feeding questions I had. I honestly felt more confident and relaxed about breastfeeding after one session.
Would highly recommend to anyone in the DMV area!
Would highly recommend to anyone in the DMV area!
Stephanie Rademeyer
Jan 31, 2020
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I booked Christina for her lactation services and she was incredibly helpful. She gave me a ton of breastfeeding tips that made a huge difference when feeding my little one. By my baby's two week checkup with his pediatrician, he had gained an entire pound from his birthweight, after losing 12oz during his hospital stay!! Needless to say, I would highly recommend her services.
Patrice Jones
Nov 25, 2019
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Dotti Ozolins
Sep 11, 2019
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Christina was amazing in helping my daughter and I in our breastfeeding journey! She was knowledgeable and helpful, was able to diagnose the problems that we were having, and helped us come up with solutions that would work best for our family. Later she checked with us to find out how we were progressing. She was attentive and compassionate and I’m so thankful for all the help she could provide us!
