Expert, compassionate care — for in-home, or tele-health lactation consultations
Our team
Kate Mataway RN, BSN, IBCLC, CPST
Founder & Owner: Kate
Registered Nurse, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Perinatal Educator, Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician.
Kate is a trusted lactation specialist, as well as a childbirth and parenting educator, currently practicing in the state of Michigan. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from the University of Michigan-Flint. She embarked on her lactation career by successfully completing the International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) from IBLCE, receiving her didactic training at LER, and by gaining clinical hours at Hurley Medical Center. In addition to her lactation qualifications, she is also earning her childbirth educator certification (CCCE) from the Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association (CAPPA) and is a Child Passenger Safety Technician certified from Safe Kids Worldwide, further enhancing her expertise in the field.
Kate serves as a Parent Educator and Lactation Consultant at a hospital and breastfeeding clinic, offering her extensive expertise to support breastfeeding dyads in diverse environments. Her experience spans prenatal education, labor and delivery support, postpartum care, NICU feeding assistance, pediatric floor and PICU feeding assessments & recommendations, and outpatient clinic consultations. Through her work, she provides guidance and encouragement to new parents, helping them navigate the challenges of breastfeeding and fostering healthy and safe practices for their infants. Her commitment to holistic care ensures that each family receives personalized support tailored to their unique circumstances.
In 2024, Kate established The Right Latch to enhance her service offering, bringing clinic-level care to families in the comfort of their own homes. She is a member of the Michigan Association of Lactation Consultants (MALC) ,the United States Lactation Consultant Association (USCLA) and Institute for the Advancement of Breastfeeding & Lactation Education (IIABLE). Additionally, Kate holds certifications in CPR/BLS, and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).
What People Are Saying
“Kate has truly been a saving grace for this first time momma wanting to breastfeed! My little one was born early and had to spend time in NICU which made it difficult to breast feed. Once we got home, we struggled with latching and transferring milk. Kate was always just a text away for all my questions. We were able to develop a plan for baby girl and now she is able to latch and transfer milk with no problem. I could not have continued on my breastfeeding journey without the support, encouragement, and knowledge Kate has to offer!! She truly is a blessing to all mommas needing help!!”