Lactation Support
That Meets You Where You Are.
Personalized lactation counseling to help you feel confident, informed, and supported through pregnancy, breastfeeding, pumping, and beyond
Personalized Support for Every Feeding Journey
Virtual appointments available throughout TexasPrenatal Lactation Visit
Even if this is not your first baby, every pregnancy and feeding journey is different, I will educate and prepare you for all the possibilities and how to handle them ahead of time
Initial Lactation Consultation
Whether you're struggling with latch, painful feedings, milk supply, or simply need reassurance, we'll work together to create a personalized plan for you and your baby.
Pumping & Return-to-Work Visit
Build a pumping plan that fits your schedule and helps protect your milk supply when returning to work.
Follow-Up Visit
Continued support as your baby's needs change, your confidence grows, and new questions arise..
Caring for Mothers Is More Than My Profession—It's My Calling.
Hi, I'm LJ Merritt.
As a nurse, Certified Lactation Counselor, and mother, I've experienced both the clinical side of infant feeding and the deeply personal side of caring for a baby.
My passion is helping families navigate breastfeeding with compassionate, evidence-based guidance that meets them where they are.
Whether you're celebrating a great start or feeling overwhelmed by unexpected challenges, my goal is to help you feel heard, supported, and confident every step of the way.
Why Tree Of Life
I chose the name Tree of Life Lactation because I believe motherhood is one of life's most sacred seasons—a time of growth, nourishment, perseverance, and grace.
My Christian faith shapes the way I care for every family—with compassion, humility, patience, and respect.
Every family who walks through my virtual door will be welcomed with kindness, listened to without judgment, and supported with evidence-based care tailored to their goals.
"She is a tree of life to those who take hold of her..."
Proverbs 3:18