Kathleen Huggins

About the Author

Kathleen Huggins is a renowned lactation consultant, registered nurse, and breastfeeding advocate with over four decades of experience supporting new mothers in their nursing journeys. Holding a Master's degree in nursing and certification as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), she has dedicated her career to demystifying the art and science of breastfeeding, offering practical guidance that empowers women from pregnancy through weaning. As the founder of the Simkin Center for Comfort, Birth & Breastfeeding in Seattle, Huggins has counseled thousands of families worldwide, blending evidence-based research with compassionate, real-world advice. Her seminal work, Nursing Mother's Companion 8th Edition: The Breastfeeding Book Mothers Trust, from Pregnancy Through Weaning, has become an indispensable resource for generations of parents, praised for its accessibility and reliability in navigating common challenges and celebrating the joys of nursing.