About Mama Bean Lactation Services
Why Choose Us?
Why Choose Us?
Why Choose Us?
At Mama Bean Lactation, we're committed to providing you with the highest level of breastfeeding support. Our experienced board certified Lactation Consultants and Registered Nurses are passionate about helping new mothers succeed, and are proud to offer a range of services to meet your individual needs!
Our Philosophy
Why Choose Us?
Why Choose Us?
We believe that breastfeeding is more than just a way to feed your baby - it's a special bond between mother and child that can last a lifetime. That's why we're dedicated to helping you achieve your breastfeeding goals in a way that works for you and your family!
Our Services
Why Choose Us?
Our Services
From in-home to virtual consultations, group classes and workshops, we offer a range of services to support breastfeeding mothers. Our lactation consultants are here to provide you with the guidance and support you need to succeed!
Meet The Team!
Maureen “Beanie” Crissy, BSN, RN, IBCLC, RLC
Maureen received her BSN from Florida State University. She went on to work as a nurse in both Pediatrics and the Neonatal ICU. She has over 30 years of experience working as a NICU Nurse and an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. Maureen has a vast knowledge of breastfeeding and newborn development. She created the first full-service hospital lactation department at Boca Regional Hospital. She was a Founding Executive Board member of the HMBANA Milk Bank of Florida, as well as facilitated breast pump coverage for Medicaid for the State of Florida. Maureen currently serves as The Board of Directors President for the Florida Lactation Consultant Association. Maureen is passionate and dedicated to empowering new moms, providing them with support and knowledge to successfully accomplish their parenting and breastfeeding goals.
She is also ecstatic to announce she just welcomed her first Grandbaby in July!
Maureen sees clients from Fort Lauderdale to East Delray
"Changing the world, one baby at a time!👣"
Cari Tanella, RN, BSN, IBCLC, CIMI
Originally from Long Island New York, Cari has been a Registered Nurse for over 40 Years. She currently lives in Palm Beach County and has so for the last 19 years. As an RN in the Hospital setting, Cari’s experience includes NICU, Pediatrics, and Mother/Baby care. She has also served as the Lead Lactation Consultant at Boca Regional Hospital and was instrumental in establishing a Milk Depot for the safety, storage, and delivery of breast milk. Cari is also a certified infant massage instructor. Cari has been married for 50 years, is a mother of 2 and has 5 grandchildren. Her passion is to empower mothers and babies on their breastfeeding journey!
Cari sees clients from West Boca to Lake Worth
Kelly Giordano, MSN, RN, IBCLC
Kelly has been a Neonatal ICU nurse for 34 years and currently works at St Mary’s Medical Center in West Palm Beach, Florida. She works as a NICU RN and Board Certified Lactation Consultant. Kelly received her BSN from Florida State University and then continued her education at Barry University, where she received her master’s degree in Nursing Administration. Her latest educational endeavor is writing a colostrum care policy in an effort to educate the parents about the benefits of colostrum and to increase colostrum care in the NICU. Kelly is a a member of the Palm Beach County Breastfeeding Coalition and the current membership chair for the Florida Lactation Consultant Association.
Kelly sees clients from West Palm Beach to Tequesta
