Meet the Team
Molly Peterson, Owner, BS, IBCLC
Hello! My name is Molly Peterson and I am an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and owner of Peterson Lactation Services. Ever since I can remember, I have loved babies and now I am fortunate enough to be surrounded by them everyday! I found my passion for breastfeeding support shortly after graduating college with a degree in speech pathology. It was then that I discovered you can help feed babies for a living and I knew that's exactly what I wanted to do. I sat for my board exam in 2016 and have been working in private practice ever since. I have taken extensive training on oral function, including Oral Habilitation of the Breastfeeding Dyad: A Masterclass for the IBCLC and the TOT's training. I am a member of the United States Lactation Consultant Association as well as the International Affiliation of Tongue-tie Professionals. I love supporting families feed their babies in whatever way they choose, and I'm so excited to be apart of your journey.
When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my amazing husband and daughter. I love being outside, attempting to bake something in the kitchen, and drinking copious amounts of coffee. Thanks for allowing Peterson Lactation Services to support you and your little one!
(Certification number: L-94873).
Ann Grauer, IBCLC, AdvCD(DONA), AdvPCD(DONA), LCCE, FACCE
Hi, I’m Ann. I’ve been working with expectant and new families for 32 years and love it even more today. The families led me to become a lactation consultant 11 years ago and I am so glad they did. Whenever someone needs help with feeding their baby, there are no cookie cutter answers. Each family and their situation is different. I work to really listen and help you feel supported in your goals.
In addition to lactation, I am an advanced birth and postpartum doula, a DONA International birth and postpartum doula trainer and a Lamaze childbirth educator. Along with Diane Oakland, I facilitated a New Parents Group for over 25 years and I am a Postpartum Support International group facilitator.
My husband and I are the parents of two awesome adults and have a 6 year old granddaughter.
(Certification number: L-17187).
Ashleigh Richmond, IBCLC, RLC
I am Ashleigh Richmond and I am excited and honored to assist you on your breastfeeding journey. I believe that all families, no matter how they choose to feed their babies, should be given all the information needed to make informed decisions and to be supported in those choices. It is this knowledge that gives you the power to do what is right for your own family.
I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and a Certified Postpartum Doula. Breastfeeding moms need support to achieve their goals, no matter what they may be. I love helping mothers through their breastfeeding journeys and empowering them along the way. You will not find any judgement for your choices with me, only love and a helping hand.
I spend my free time volunteering with La Leche League and hanging out with my husband, two kiddos and crazy dog.
(Certification number: L-303405)
Jackie Szalacinski, RN, BSN, IBCLC, CLC
Hi! I’m Jackie, and I am so incredibly excited to be part of the Peterson Lactation team. I have had the pleasure of supporting moms and babies in my role as a postpartum nurse for over 7 years. Supporting families after welcoming a new baby (or two or three!) has always been my dream, and the ultimate reason I decided to follow a career in nursing. After having my first daughter and experiencing my own new and challenging—but incredibly rewarding—breastfeeding journey, my heart was set on helping others experience the feeding journey they so deeply wanted and deserved.
This desire led me to helping families in a more lactation-specific capacity as a lactation counselor in a large birth center. I obtained my certification in 2018 and have continued to followed my heart—which always leads me further down the path of breastfeeding and family support—to my most recent lactation consultant (IBCLC) certification in 2020. I had my second daughter soon after, and have quickly realized no two breastfeeding journeys are the same.
I appreciate that each baby is unique, and that each family has different abilities and expectations when it comes to feeding their babies. It is my hope to empower you with evidence-based support that allows us to work together to create the most comfortable feeding choice for mom and baby, and to provide a welcoming environment that encourages you to freely ask questions and address concerns along the way. I currently live in the Lake Country area with my husband, two young daughters and a super snuggly white German Shepherd. In my free time, I enjoy reading, Pink Drinks, wearing all the babies, and a good yoga class. I look forward to meeting you and hearing your story too!
(Certification number: L-301085).