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Nev Schulman & Laura Perlongo

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gotta be an earnest mom real quick - breastfeeding is hard. No one warned me my breasts would quadruple in size, turn into painful rocks and send me into a total meltdown days after giving birth. Thank god nev remembered someone had reached out to offer help in this arena which, weeks ago, we sort of brushed off... now i know we were very naive. I couldn't be more grateful to Jada Shapiro @birthdaypresence for coming over and teaching us how to deal these first few days and putting us on a path to success. I want to encourage new moms to get help BEFORE they need it and avoid the hopeless, uncontrollable crying you can still detect on my face in this picture. Apologies if this tmi but it felt important to share. im cool now. ily. #breaststart #birthdaypresence ✨

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Nev Schulman & Laura Perlongo

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gotta be an earnest mom real quick - breastfeeding is hard. No one warned me my breasts would quadruple in size, turn into painful rocks and send me into a total meltdown days after giving birth. Thank god nev remembered someone had reached out to offer help in this arena which, weeks ago, we sort of brushed off... now i know we were very naive. I couldn't be more grateful to Jada Shapiro @birthdaypresence for coming over and teaching us how to deal these first few days and putting us on a path to success. I want to encourage new moms to get help BEFORE they need it and avoid the hopeless, uncontrollable crying you can still detect on my face in this picture. Apologies if this tmi but it felt important to share. im cool now. ily. #breaststart #birthdaypresence ✨

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Laura Fishman
Google

When you need a lactation consultant you need them immediately. I wish boober been around when my first was born. With him I had to call 10 lactation consultants before finding someone who was available. This was so much easier.
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Laura Fishman
Google

When you need a lactation consultant you need them immediately. I wish boober been around when my first was born. With him I had to call 10 lactation consultants before finding someone who was available. This was so much easier.

4 years ago

4 years ago

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Amy Tiscornia
Google

Definitely recommend this service to any mother experiencing challenges with breastfeeding. I tried to navigate through mine on my own which is no way to go through it. I reached out to Boober when I was nearing burnout and giving up. They sent Grace over to help and we couldn’t have found a better match. She uses a holistic approach and combines her extensive knowledge of breastfeeding (which is out of this world) with compassion and great communication. She is totally non-judge mental and collaborative throughout the entire session and treatment planning. She helped me feel empowered and proud of the mother I am regardless of what my breastfeeding journey ended up looking like. Couldn’t recommend her and Boober more.
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Amy Tiscornia
Google

Definitely recommend this service to any mother experiencing challenges with breastfeeding. I tried to navigate through mine on my own which is no way to go through it. I reached out to Boober when I was nearing burnout and giving up. They sent Grace over to help and we couldn’t have found a better match. She uses a holistic approach and combines her extensive knowledge of breastfeeding (which is out of this world) with compassion and great communication. She is totally non-judge mental and collaborative throughout the entire session and treatment planning. She helped me feel empowered and proud of the mother I am regardless of what my breastfeeding journey ended up looking like. Couldn’t recommend her and Boober more.

4 years ago

4 years ago

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Dweebula
Google

1) They are quick to find someone in your area 2) The LCs are knowledgeable 3) Boober is willing to work with you if you're not satisfied with the initial service that you're given 4) I saw 2 LCs on 2 separate occasions and they were both polite and warm. My daughter is on the older side (3+ months) and it has been quite challenging getter her to nurse. I was given several recommendations for next steps. I would recommend their service for a younger baby.
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Dweebula
Google

1) They are quick to find someone in your area 2) The LCs are knowledgeable 3) Boober is willing to work with you if you're not satisfied with the initial service that you're given 4) I saw 2 LCs on 2 separate occasions and they were both polite and warm. My daughter is on the older side (3+ months) and it has been quite challenging getter her to nurse. I was given several recommendations for next steps. I would recommend their service for a younger baby.

4 years ago

4 years ago

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Adrianna Saada
Google

I had an excellent experience with Boober! Someone called me to do an intake within 15 minutes of submitting the online form, and I was able to have a virtual session with a LC just a couple hours later. The speed at which Boober connected me with a professional, knowledgeable, and compassionate LC was a huge plus as I was experiencing some breastfeeding issues that needed urgent attention. My provided incredibly helpful real-time coaching and shared lots of tips of techniques for me to try out later. I left feeling much more confident and capable of managing my breastfeeding challenges. Highly satisfied!
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Adrianna Saada
Google

I had an excellent experience with Boober! Someone called me to do an intake within 15 minutes of submitting the online form, and I was able to have a virtual session with a LC just a couple hours later. The speed at which Boober connected me with a professional, knowledgeable, and compassionate LC was a huge plus as I was experiencing some breastfeeding issues that needed urgent attention. My provided incredibly helpful real-time coaching and shared lots of tips of techniques for me to try out later. I left feeling much more confident and capable of managing my breastfeeding challenges. Highly satisfied!

3 years ago

3 years ago

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Jessica S.

Manhattan, NY

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Boober is an amazing service! So easy to use and get the support you need quickly! Boober was sensitive to our budget and our needs and was able to match us with both an excellent lactation consultant and postpartum doula! Really helped put a new mom's worries at ease.
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Jessica S.

Manhattan, NY

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Boober is an amazing service! So easy to use and get the support you need quickly! Boober was sensitive to our budget and our needs and was able to match us with both an excellent lactation consultant and postpartum doula! Really helped put a new mom's worries at ease.

over 3 years ago

over 3 years ago

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Jack G.

Brooklyn, NY

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Boober was my personal lifesaver after experiencing a pre-term labor and delivery. I first met Jada at a lecture that she did at Hatch and was super excited to utilize her services post delivery. Little did I know that life had other plans for me and that even though I knew that I didn't get to successfully have my baby, my body thought otherwise. When the milk came in, Jada was so incredibly supportive and provided us with a lactation consultant who checked in with me every day to help me stop the milk as painlessly as possible. She even went above and beyond to send us support groups to help us get through this difficult time emotionally, which was so generous. I can't thank Jada and her team enough for being there for us and we'll definitely be calling them again in the future.
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Jack G.

Brooklyn, NY

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Boober was my personal lifesaver after experiencing a pre-term labor and delivery. I first met Jada at a lecture that she did at Hatch and was super excited to utilize her services post delivery. Little did I know that life had other plans for me and that even though I knew that I didn't get to successfully have my baby, my body thought otherwise. When the milk came in, Jada was so incredibly supportive and provided us with a lactation consultant who checked in with me every day to help me stop the milk as painlessly as possible. She even went above and beyond to send us support groups to help us get through this difficult time emotionally, which was so generous. I can't thank Jada and her team enough for being there for us and we'll definitely be calling them again in the future.

over 6 years ago

over 6 years ago

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Tara R.

Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY

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I could not recommend Jada and Boober more!  The idea of on demand lactation consultants who come to you is not only genius, but so necessary in a culture that is grossly uneducated in breastfeeding and so much misinformation out there. So many initial concerns, troubles and general fears are eliminated by having a professional show you the ropes and ensure that you are set up for success.  Just a few days after giving birth, I was having trouble with achieving a proper latch. I texted Jada and she was at my apartment within an hour of my text and was so reassuring, knowledgeable and wonderful at making me feel confident in my approach suggesting various positions and ultimately helping to ensure long-term success.  9 months later, I am still successfully breastfeeding and with the tools Jada empowered me with, have been able to provide so many friends and family with Boober's information to start the process with confidence and ease.  This is a MUST for new moms! I would give them a hundred stars if I could!
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Tara R.

Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY

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I could not recommend Jada and Boober more!  The idea of on demand lactation consultants who come to you is not only genius, but so necessary in a culture that is grossly uneducated in breastfeeding and so much misinformation out there. So many initial concerns, troubles and general fears are eliminated by having a professional show you the ropes and ensure that you are set up for success.  Just a few days after giving birth, I was having trouble with achieving a proper latch. I texted Jada and she was at my apartment within an hour of my text and was so reassuring, knowledgeable and wonderful at making me feel confident in my approach suggesting various positions and ultimately helping to ensure long-term success.  9 months later, I am still successfully breastfeeding and with the tools Jada empowered me with, have been able to provide so many friends and family with Boober's information to start the process with confidence and ease.  This is a MUST for new moms! I would give them a hundred stars if I could!

about 8 years ago

about 8 years ago

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Nola L.

Manhattan, NY

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Boober was incredibly helpful when I was at my lowest point with breastfeeding (a few days after getting home from the hospital) - it takes the guesswork out of finding a qualified lactation consultant and takes the hassle out of trying to make an appointment. They match you with someone who is available almost immediately. Boober matched me with Shoshanna Levine and she is incredible! She came to my apartment and we set a plan to increase my milk supply, which has been improving ever since. She's also a genuine, knowledgeable and caring consultant - she has been an invaluable resource when I have questions and even follows up with me to make sure I'm doing ok.I highly recommend both Boober and Shoshanna!!!
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Nola L.

Manhattan, NY

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Boober was incredibly helpful when I was at my lowest point with breastfeeding (a few days after getting home from the hospital) - it takes the guesswork out of finding a qualified lactation consultant and takes the hassle out of trying to make an appointment. They match you with someone who is available almost immediately. Boober matched me with Shoshanna Levine and she is incredible! She came to my apartment and we set a plan to increase my milk supply, which has been improving ever since. She's also a genuine, knowledgeable and caring consultant - she has been an invaluable resource when I have questions and even follows up with me to make sure I'm doing ok.I highly recommend both Boober and Shoshanna!!!

almost 6 years ago

almost 6 years ago

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Barrett Hanrahan
Google

I was having a really tough time with breastfeeding our 5-day-old baby and was so desperate for help. I contacted Boober and was connected with an IBCLC lactation consultant within hours. She came to our house that same day and was so so wonderful. She helped with latch, positioning, burping, reading the baby’s signals, and provided so many resources for us to reference on our own. It was such a lifeline during a challenging time. I can’t imagine where we’d be with out the support from that visit and the quick response time. Can’t recommend them enough!!!
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Barrett Hanrahan
Google

I was having a really tough time with breastfeeding our 5-day-old baby and was so desperate for help. I contacted Boober and was connected with an IBCLC lactation consultant within hours. She came to our house that same day and was so so wonderful. She helped with latch, positioning, burping, reading the baby’s signals, and provided so many resources for us to reference on our own. It was such a lifeline during a challenging time. I can’t imagine where we’d be with out the support from that visit and the quick response time. Can’t recommend them enough!!!

6 years ago

6 years ago

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Vicky Abrams
Google

Nina was an angel!!! She was so knowledgeable and kind. I finally felt hope in my breast feeding journey! I highly recommend every single new mom to meet with a lactation consultant. This stuff isn't easy but help is there!
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Vicky Abrams
Google

Nina was an angel!!! She was so knowledgeable and kind. I finally felt hope in my breast feeding journey! I highly recommend every single new mom to meet with a lactation consultant. This stuff isn't easy but help is there!

3 years ago

3 years ago

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Niamh Parsley
Google

As a new first time mom struggling with my milk supply I reached out to Boober for help. Jada was incredible in helping me increase my supply and teaching me various methods of doing so. She listened to my situation and was such a calming presence for me during a stressful time. I am so grateful for her service and would absolutely recommend her and Boober.
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Niamh Parsley
Google

As a new first time mom struggling with my milk supply I reached out to Boober for help. Jada was incredible in helping me increase my supply and teaching me various methods of doing so. She listened to my situation and was such a calming presence for me during a stressful time. I am so grateful for her service and would absolutely recommend her and Boober.

6 years ago

6 years ago

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Ashanique Rodriguez
Google

Boober is very quick and easy to use. I had noticed that my baby started to get fussy when breastfeeding and went on the boober website to look for help. I received a phone call within an hour or two of submitting my information. They ask you exactly what is the problem to help find what’s best for you. Jada was very helpful and made sure she was able to find a lactation consultant to see me as soon as possible. I was able to see a lactation consultant the next day.
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Ashanique Rodriguez
Google

Boober is very quick and easy to use. I had noticed that my baby started to get fussy when breastfeeding and went on the boober website to look for help. I received a phone call within an hour or two of submitting my information. They ask you exactly what is the problem to help find what’s best for you. Jada was very helpful and made sure she was able to find a lactation consultant to see me as soon as possible. I was able to see a lactation consultant the next day.

6 years ago

6 years ago

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Mai Irie
Google

Was able to get help same day on the weekend for issues with latch and engorgement. Highly recommend if you need help immediately.
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Mai Irie
Google

Was able to get help same day on the weekend for issues with latch and engorgement. Highly recommend if you need help immediately.

5 years ago

5 years ago

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Anna Eatough
Google

Boober got me in touch with an amazing lactation consultant within 1 day who helped me figure out that my daughter has acid reflux. She gave me 2 different methods in helping ease my daughters reflux. Couldn't be happier with boobers help!!!
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Anna Eatough
Google

Boober got me in touch with an amazing lactation consultant within 1 day who helped me figure out that my daughter has acid reflux. She gave me 2 different methods in helping ease my daughters reflux. Couldn't be happier with boobers help!!!

6 years ago

6 years ago

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Caitlin Franco
Google

I needed support very quickly and I felt desperate. I reached out to Boober late on Saturday By Sunday morning I received a personal followup call and shortly after I was provided a lactation consultant. The consultant was experienced, helpful, friendly, and very knowledgeable. She helped me address the issues I was facing and provided a plan of support moving forward. I highly recommend this service to anyone !!
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Caitlin Franco
Google

I needed support very quickly and I felt desperate. I reached out to Boober late on Saturday By Sunday morning I received a personal followup call and shortly after I was provided a lactation consultant. The consultant was experienced, helpful, friendly, and very knowledgeable. She helped me address the issues I was facing and provided a plan of support moving forward. I highly recommend this service to anyone !!

5 years ago

5 years ago

Linda Garcia

Linda Garcia

Her years of experience showed and I saw improvement in my baby girls ability to latch within the first 5-10 mins of us trying. Her techniques were great such as using a few sips …

Linda Garcia

Linda Garcia

Her years of experience showed and I saw improvement in my baby girls ability to latch within the first 5-10 mins of us trying. Her techniques were great such as using a few sips …

Oct 17, 2023

Oct 17, 2023

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Jason Sanders
Google

Prior to having a child, I had no idea how challenging (and often very stressful) breastfeeding could be. Boober proved immensely useful for my wife and me during a stressful period, and I'd recommend it without reservation to anyone with questions or who might be struggling.
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Jason Sanders
Google

Prior to having a child, I had no idea how challenging (and often very stressful) breastfeeding could be. Boober proved immensely useful for my wife and me during a stressful period, and I'd recommend it without reservation to anyone with questions or who might be struggling.

6 years ago

6 years ago

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Ashley Siler
Google

I was reluctant to have someone come in to help with breastfeeding and pumping - not sure why, but I felt like it should be something I could figure out on my own and through internet sleuthing. Soooooo 4 weeks in, my husband actually reached out to Boober for me because he saw the daily struggle. Let me tell you! Jada texted me immediately, told me their rates, and set me up with an IBCLC who came to my house two hours later! Side note- this all happened yesterday. Rebecca was incredible. Helped me figure out why our latch was painful on just one side, showed me a solid new nursing position to correct the latch, recommended new pumping flanges that are correctly sized, and showed me how to give an infant massage to help calm my baby down when she’s gassy. She stayed until she had answered all my questions, and has been very responsive over text with those random questions that always pop up the second you’re home alone. Great experience - I’d highly recommend for anyone similarly struggling with any breastfeeding/pumping pain.
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Ashley Siler
Google

I was reluctant to have someone come in to help with breastfeeding and pumping - not sure why, but I felt like it should be something I could figure out on my own and through internet sleuthing. Soooooo 4 weeks in, my husband actually reached out to Boober for me because he saw the daily struggle. Let me tell you! Jada texted me immediately, told me their rates, and set me up with an IBCLC who came to my house two hours later! Side note- this all happened yesterday. Rebecca was incredible. Helped me figure out why our latch was painful on just one side, showed me a solid new nursing position to correct the latch, recommended new pumping flanges that are correctly sized, and showed me how to give an infant massage to help calm my baby down when she’s gassy. She stayed until she had answered all my questions, and has been very responsive over text with those random questions that always pop up the second you’re home alone. Great experience - I’d highly recommend for anyone similarly struggling with any breastfeeding/pumping pain.

6 years ago

6 years ago