Meet Raushanah, RDH, BS, CLC, IBCLC
About Raushanah
Raushanah Shareef is a International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Certified Lactation Counselor and Registered Dental Hygienist. Raushanah attended Howard University College of Dentistry, earning a degree in Dental Hygiene in 2002. Raushanah then went on to graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Urban and Public Affairs from University of Texas in Arlington. When helping family members with experience as a former breastfeeding mom, she realized her passion for helping moms and babies.
First becoming a Certified Lactation Counselor with the Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice in Albany, New York, she then started training and classes for Lactation Consulting in 2016. Raushanah received hundreds of hours of didactic and hands on training at local DFW hospital, in several areas of maternal health including, Labor and Delivery, NICU, postpartum inpatient and outpatient lactation services. Raushanah started Best Milk to provide personal, compassionate care and lactation support to the breastfeeding family.
Raushanah loves to spend time with friends and family as well as travel abroad. She has two grown children and enjoys researching and studying the history of human lactation.
Other certifications-
- BLS/CPR- Basic Life Support
- NRP- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Member of the following Professional Organizations:
- ILCA- International Lactation Consultant Association
- TBC- Texas Breastfeeding coalition
- USLCA- United States Lactation Consulting Association
- ADHA- American Dental Hygienist Association
Our Services
Prenatal Breastfeeding Education & Electric Pump Setup
Prepare with confidence before baby arrives.
This one-on-one prenatal session covers breastfeeding basics, positioning, and what to expect in the first weeks. We’ll also guide you step-by-step through setting up and using your electric breast pump, so you feel ready and supported from day one.
Corporate Prenatal Breastfeeding Education
Support that extends to the workplace.
Ideal for expectant employees, this session combines prenatal breastfeeding education with hands-on guidance for breast pump setup. Designed for workplace wellness programs, it ensures new parents feel equipped to continue their breastfeeding journey while returning to work.
Initial Consultation: Latch, Pain, or Low Milk Supply
Personalized care when challenges arise.
If you’re struggling with latching, experiencing pain, or concerned about milk supply, this in-depth consultation provides a thorough feeding assessment, troubleshooting strategies, and a customized plan to help you and your baby succeed.
Follow-Up Feeding Assessment & Re-Evaluation
Ongoing support for continued success.
After your initial consultation, this follow-up visit addresses progress, lingering challenges, or new concerns. Together, we’ll refine your feeding plan and ensure you and your baby stay on track toward your breastfeeding goals.
Consult for Slow Weight Gain / NICU Graduate Baby
Specialized support for your baby’s growth.
For babies who are struggling with weight gain, have feeding difficulties, or are NICU graduates, this consult provides a detailed feeding evaluation. We’ll identify issues with milk transfer and create a care plan to support your baby’s growth and thriving.
Consult for Evaluation of Tongue Tie
Clarity and guidance when feeding feels difficult.
If your baby shows signs of tongue tie—such as latching challenges, feeding pain, or poor weight gain—this consultation offers a comprehensive assessment. You’ll receive expert guidance on next steps and strategies to make feeding more comfortable and effective.
Covered Lactation Care, Made Simple
Best Milk is in network with Aetna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Cigna, Humana, and United Healthcare. Most plans cover up to 6 lactation consults at no cost to you.
We also accept FSA, HSA, and self-pay plans. If your insurance is out of network, we’ll provide a “super bill” so you can file for full reimbursement.
Under the ACA (Affordable Care Act), you are entitled to breastfeeding support, counseling, and equipment — both before and after birth.
What Clients Say
Raushanah is amazing
Best in the Business!
Shanah is the best!
Simply Amazing!
Raushanah is the lactation consultant you need
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F.A.Q
Lactation Consultants are Board Certified healthcare professionals that have completed extensive training in the clinical management of breastfeeding. Lactation Consultants (IBCLC’s) also assist in breastfeeding difficulties, as well as educate, support and encourage the breastfeeding family.
The needs of every breastfeeding mother/family are different. Whether you are a first time mom or experienced mom, I am here to help. I am available to help with prenatal education to prepare for what is to come as well as postpartum support to address any issues or concerns with breastfeeding. IBCLC’s provide evidence based information to help solve breastfeeding issues
Breastfeeding has so many health benefits to both the mom and baby. Some of these benefits include, but is not limited to, decreasing the incidence of breast cancer and ovarian cancer in the breastfeeding mother and decreasing the incidence of systemic disease in the breastfeeding baby such as diabetes, heart disease, and cancer just to name a few. Research continues to be ongoing for all the health benefits that breastfeeding offers.
Current evidence suggests breastmilk is not likely to spread the virus to babies. It is recommended to practice good hand hygiene and wash hands before breastfeeding and wear a mask or pump and give expressed breastmilk in a bottle. Always monitor baby for possible Covid symptoms such a lethargy, fever, poor feeding, cough, or runny nose and contact family physician. (cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/pregnancy-breastfeeding.html). Breastmilk has been shown through research to provide Covid-19 antibodies and protection to babies whose mom has been vaccinated. (publications.aap.org/human-milk-and-covid19).
Due to hormonal changes in pregnancy and after giving birth, it is normal to have some tenderness in the breasts and nipples, however, breastfeeding should not hurt. Different factors during breastfeeding can cause pain in the breasts while breastfeeding such as latch and positioning of the baby. I can assist with the correction of such factors to help prevent pain and trauma of the breasts
Each pregnancy and baby is different. It is always best to try breastfeeding your baby. I am here to offer support and educate through the process to help you have a successful breastfeeding journey
Yes, you can still breastfeed your baby. You will need to continue to protect and promote your milk supply through pumping at work if possible. There are current laws in place, depending on the state you live, that protect breastfeeding mothers. Check with your state and local laws
It is possible to breastfeed after breast surgery, however it depends on the type of surgery and what tissues and nerves that innervate the mammary glands were affected. Many mothers will try to breastfeed their babies with the assistance of a Lactation Consultant
It is normal for mature milk to take from 1 day to several days to come in. Colostrum milk which is mom’s first milk, is sometimes present as early as the third trimester of pregnancy. Milk production varies in all moms and is hormone driven. It is best to initiate breastfeeding as soon as the baby is born to start the milk making process. Contact me to help with milk supply issues.
Breastfeeding moms can eat and drink most anything that they want. Some food and drink can possibly cause some early food sensitivity in the infant, it is best to pay attention to your baby and follow up with your baby’s pediatrician to determine if baby has any food sensitivity. Some food and drink that contain caffeine will need to be consumed in moderation
It is up to mom and baby how long to breastfeed. Whether it is a few minutes or a few years, every drop counts. I will help at every stage of your breastfeeding journey until you and baby are ready to wean from breastfeeding.
It is within my scope of practice to encourage breastfeeding and/or human milk feeding. As a Lactation Consultant I can not give a recommendation for formula supplementation as this should be discussed with your baby’s
pediatrician. It is the decision of the parents on what their baby will be supplemented with. I can help with other options for supplementation such as Human Donor Milk.
There are many ways to determine if baby is getting enough to eat. The number of wet and dirty diapers, baby’s weight, and calmness can be signs of baby getting enough. I can discuss this further with breastfeeding education during my consults
Let's Talk
Raushanah Shareef
RDH, BS, CLC, IBCLC
Tel: 972-795-7422
Email: raushanah@bestmilktx.com
Dallas Area, Texas, USA