In the world of maternity care, "the golden hour" refers to the first moments a baby spends on his mother's body just after birth.
what is the golden hour?
This intimate physical connection supports him as he orients to the world, and he is more likely to find the breast when this early period is protected. In the same way, I offer a grounding presence as you find the feeding approach that feels best to you.
I'm Rachel, and I help mothers and birthing people feel confident and supported through breastfeeding — whether this is your first latch or your third baby. As a mom who breastfed my babies, I know how important it feels to get everything right. I’m here to bear witness to the hard decisions, and to remind you what a great job you’re doing. I’m here to see you. At The Golden Hour, you’ll never have to figure this out alone.
WELCOME! I'M SO GLAD YOU'RE HERE
I'm Rachel
Photo by Little Dahlias
Offering support for your unique experience
During our time together, you will receive total attention from a kind and non-judgmental listener. My goal is to help you feel confident in your choices— we will find a way to keep you and your baby safe, happy, and healthy, however that looks for you.
Here, you belong.
belonging
bonding
breastfeeding
Everyone is welcome.
If you intend to lactate, this is a safe place for you to seek care.
Se habla español.
What You Will Find Here
Whether you're preparing to nurse for the first time, working through a rough patch, or ready to wean, care plans are built around your unique circumstances, never a cookie-cutter approach. Most visits are covered by insurance.
- Prenatal consultations
- Newborn & postpartum visits
- Ongoing, continuous care
- Weight checks & milk transfer assessment
- Tongue & lip tie assessment
- Pumping & supply support
- Maternal mental health screening
- Referral network of other like-minded professionals
- Multilingual care (English, Spanish, French, Portuguese)
Compassionate Lactation Support, from Pregnancy through Weaning
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"Rachel at The Golden Hour is an incredible asset to the Wilmington birth community. As a fellow professional, I trust her expertise and heart implicitly. I never hesitate to send my families her way because I know she provides the high-level, intentional care they deserve. Highly recommend!"
- paige
"Rachel has been an amazing resource at every stage of my breastfeeding journey. She helped me navigate the initial stage of the process through today when my baby is two months old and struggling with gassiness. Rachel is a great listener and problem solver - at every session she has worked to understand my needs and issues."
- ARIEL
"Rachel did an awesome job with providing us with the tools we needed to establish early and health breastfeeding patterns. Rachel meets families where they are at and provides a continuity of care that is absolutely needed during the postpartum period. I would highly recommend Rachel’s lactation services!"
- MELANIE
"Rachel is awesome! She helped us navigate a hard start to breastfeeding and now my baby and I are doing great! She also makes sure I’m getting the mental health support that I need which is essential as a first time mom. We are so lucky to have Rachel caring for us!"
- christina
"Thank you so much for all your love and guidance throughout my journey. During pregnancy, breastfeeding was the one thing I was most nervous about, but having you in my corner has kept my mind at ease and made it all feel easy."
- NICOLE
"You know those people you meet and think, 'Wow, this is what they were meant to do. This is what they were put on this earth for!' That's you, Rachel. Your knowledge and unwavering kindness helped us achieve our ultimate goals. You will always have a place in our hearts and in these treasured memories."
