Breastfeeding with Suzanne: Science, Support & a Splash of Sass 🍼🎶🐴  

Breastfeeding is one of the most natural things in the world—but let’s be real, *that doesn’t mean it always feels natural. That’s where Suzanne, a Registered Nurse (RN-BSN) and Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), comes in. With nearly two decades of experience in OB, pediatrics, and NICU care, she’s here to help you navigate nursing with expertise, encouragement, and a dash of humor.  

Graduating from Georgia College with her BSN in 2007 and earning her CLC certification in 2024, Suzanne has spent her career supporting parents through the beautiful and sometimes bewildering world of newborn care.  

But wait—she’s not just your go-to lactation expert. She’s also a wife, mom of two, musician, and equestrian (because why settle for one passion when you can juggle them all?).  

Her approach? Real talk, real solutions, and real support. Whether you’re learning the basics, troubleshooting latch issues, or just need reassurance that you’re doing great, Suzanne is here to guide you—with knowledge, warmth, and maybe even a little laugh along the way. 💕👶  

Come join her class and get ready to feel empowered, informed, and confident in your breastfeeding journey!  

Maddie DePriest is a board-certified, neurologic music therapist who is driven by her passion to utilize music as a means of supporting patients, care partners, and teammates throughout their healing process. As a music therapist with Levine Cancer, Maddie specializes in adult oncology, neurorehabilitation, and mental health. Maddie is a provider grounded in trauma-informed philosophy, working to promote self-empowerment and healing for the whole person through the use of individualized, musical interventions. When Maddie is not songwriting or engaging in music itself, she is spending quality time with her family, friends, and further exploring the greater Charlotte area.

Brittany Lorden is an occupational therapist who has been practicing in oncology for her entire career of 15 years. She is a certified lymphedema therapist and is the oncology OT clinical specialist for the Atrium Healthcare System.

Maya Sayani - MSW, LCSWA, graduated with a Masters of Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2023. She has been working with Levine Cancer Institute for over two years, both as an intern and now as a full-time employee. "My goal is to provide the best possible support for patients and their care partners, with a strong commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of young patients through our new support group. I am grateful for the opportunity to continue learning and growing within this incredible organization."