Teresa Baltuano-Post

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Teresa Baltuano-Post, RN, IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant)

I have been a nurse for about 25 years, I am native from Peru. I came to US to learn English after working there as a public health nurse.

I live here in Virginia for about 19 years after I married a wonderful man, we have 4 beautiful children ages 17 to 11, two boys and two girls. We all enjoy music, family time and love to be involved in the children’s activities..

I have always enjoyed working with moms and babies; here in the US in the last 11 years I have been working in a hospital providing pre-natal education, post-partum care, lactation, etc.

I am very excited about the opportunity with InovaBabyNet , this program will let me share my experience and knowledge with Spanish speaking families and be able to provide as much support as they need.

In Spanish:  Me gradué de Enfermera hace más o menos 25 años, soy peruana, vine a los Estados Unidos a aprender inglés después de haber trabajado como enfermera de salud pública en Perú.

Vivo en Virginia desde hace 19 anos después de haberme casado con un hombre maravilloso, tenemos 4 hijos preciosos, dos niños y dos niñas. Nos gusta escuchar música, la vida familiar y participar en las actividades escolares de nuestros hijos.

Siempre me gusto trabajar con el binomio madre/niño. En los últimos 11 años aquí en los Estados Unidos he venido  trabajando en un hospital dando educación sobre cuidados prenatales, dando atención de post-parto y de lactancia materna.

Estoy muy contenta por la oportunidad que tengo con InovaBabyNet, este programa me dará la oportunidad de compartir my experiencia y conocimientos con familias de habla hispana y me permitirá darles  el apoyo necesario.

Donna Hall

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         Donna Hall Lactation Consultant

For the past 25 years, I have worked for Inova Health System as a Certified Childbirth Educator and Board Certified Lactation Consultant.    During this time, I have taught most of the classes offered by the System pertaining to women and children including breastfeeding classes.  For the past 15 years, I have also worked as a hospital Lactation Consultant providing bedside lactation support and postpartum consultations in the Hospital Lactation Office.  

We are a military family.  My husband is a retired Army officer, and we have four children.  We have had the opportunity to live and travel in all parts of the world which has provided us a better understanding and appreciation of the diversity of the different cultures reflected in the DC area. 

The goal of Inova BabyNET is to provide support to new mothers, from pregnancy to delivery to breastfeeding.  As your Lactation Consultant, my goal is to provide the support and information you need to start and to keep breastfeeding successfully.   

Jane Fletcher

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Jane Fletcher RN

I have been a Registered Nurse for more than 12 years. The majority of my work experience has been working with Moms and Babies. I worked for 3 years in the Newborn Nursery and on Mother-Baby unit and the last 6 years on Labor and Delivery. I am certified in In-patient Obstetrical Nursing. I have three great children of my own. All boys! (Charlie-11, Sam-9, and Jack-3).

After living in sunny California for 12 years, we recently moved back to Northern Virginia last year. Although I miss the beach (who wouldn't?), I really enjoy this area and all the history it has to offer. In my free time I enjoy photography, going to the beach, and exploring new places. My kids keep me very busy, of course. I love being a Mom and wouldn't trade it for the world!

The miracle of life never ceases to amaze me. I am excited about the opportunity to share my knowledge and experience and am looking forward to helping to guide women through a healthy pregnancy experience.

Jenny Gibbons

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Jennifer Gibbons, OBGYN NP

I have been a registered nurse for 24 years.  After working in a hospital setting for 2 years, I obtained my Master’s degree as a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner from the University of Pennsylvania.  I have enjoyed 20 years of taking care of women from adolescence through menopause. I have found particular satisfaction in helping women during pregnancy.  There are so many things to know about (and worry about) during this time!  I love being able to help women understand the changes they go through and guide them to make healthy choices during pregnancy.  After all, a healthy mom and healthy baby are what it’s all about!

I have lived in Northern Virginia for 18 years, moving here from Pennsylvania. I have a wonderful husband, and 2 children, ages 12 and 14 who keep me busy.

I am very pleased to continue supporting women and their families through InovaBabyNET.

 

Susie Hanrahan

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Susan M. Hanrahan RN, BSN, LCCE

 

I began working as an RN in OB GYN and Pediatrics in a hospital in Florida then for an OB practice in Virginia Beach and have been employed with Inova Childbirth Education since 1990.  I have been teaching expectant parents in childbirth preparation, breastfeeding and baby care classes as a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator and have been an RN facilitator for the Inova New Moms groups. 

 

My husband is a retired naval aviator and is currently working in the defense industry.  We have 3 boys—two in college and one, a sophomore in high school.  

 

I enjoy working with expectant couples—providing information to help them make informed choices for a positive labor and delivery experience.  I look forward to working with you as part of the Inova BabyNET program!

Pam Wise

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         Pam Wise RNC, LCCE

I have been a Registered Nurse since 1980, specializing in the field of Obstetrics since 1987 following the premature birth of the first of my three children.  Since that time, I have dedicated myself to the goal of helping moms have fullterm, healthy babies.

Most of my career has been spent working in Labor and Delivery units throughout the United States as I have traveled with my husband’s Navy career.  It has been a blessing for me to be a part of the birth experience for so many women during my 20+ years in Labor and Delivery.

My most recent work experiences have been at Inova Fairfax Hospital, where I worked in Labor and Delivery for 7 years.  I am certified in Inpatient Obstetrics as well as Childbirth Education through ASPO Lamaze.  I have taught childbirth classes, facilitated new moms groups, and conducted tours for years.  Being a part of the Inova BabyNET team fulfills my passion for helping moms prepare themselves for a healthy, fullterm, and satisfying birth experience.  Staying in touch with my fellow Inova employees and their spouses during this wonderful, life-altering time is a joy for me.

 

Christy Hogan

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Christy Hogan, RN, Certified Childbirth Educator

I have been a registered nurse for the past 10 years.  I started working in the Mother/Baby department and then transferred to Labor and Delivery and have been there ever since.  I am certified in In-patient Obstetrical Nursing as well as a Childbirth Educator.   I thoroughly enjoy being a labor and delivery nurse and being a part of one of the most exciting events in a person’s life.   It is very rewarding to me when I can provide information that helps to reduce or eliminate anxieties toward the unknown.

I have a great husband and 3 fabulous children.  My two girls are in college and my son is a sophomore in high school.  I am kept very busy with sports and the like.  I have learned a lot from those three and would not have it any other way.  It can be trying at times but well worth it.

Through InovaBabyNET, I am looking forward to working with you through your pregnancy and beyond.  It never ceases to amaze me when I see a baby being born.  It is truly a miracle.