--- title: Honey Mama Lactation Blog | Maria Itani description: As a dedicated International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and a passionate mother of twins, Maria Itani deeply understands the joys and challenges of breastfeeding. Drawing from her personal experience and professional expertise, Maria has made it her mission to support, educate, and empower mothers through every stage of their breastfeeding journey. With a background working in various Southern California hospitals and a heart firmly rooted in motherhood, she offers a blend of clinical knowledge and empathetic guidance at Honey Mama Lactation. Her commitment? 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