Kathleen Du Perron Menard
After struggling with breastfeeding and having to figure it out alone, my passion is to help women feel empowered to nourish their babies in whatever way they choose to breastfeed
Meet Dr. Theriault: Empowering Your Health Journey Naturally
Hi! I’m Kathleen Du Perron Menard. I’m a Registered Nurse, Certified Breastfeeding Specialist and IBCLC Candidate.
A little about my breastfeeding journey
My breastfeeding journey started after the birth of my son in August 2022. What was initially supposed to be an easy and natural thing, turned into heartache and tears when her son was unable to latch.
After several days of failed attempts, formula supplementation, and countless moments of wanting to quit, I began my journey as an exclusive pumper.
Due to a lack of local services specific to pumping, I self taught herself everything to do with pumping. I have been able to successfully pump for over 6 months and will continue to pump for as long as I can.
The pumping world can seem daunting and overwhelming. My goal is to guide women through its challenges with expert knowledge and personal recommendations. From proper flange sizing to scheduling, pumping does not have to be hard.
That is where Empower & Nourish was born.
I graduated Magna Cum Laude from St. Lawrence/Laurentian University Nursing in 2019. Since then, I have worked as a critical care nurse in Cornwall’s ICU during the COVID-19 pandemic. I currently work part-time as a Post-Anesthesia Recovery Nurse in Cornwall’s. In my free time you can find me playing with my dalmatian and hanging out at Epione with baby Ben.
I am determined to help women in ways I never had but desperately needed. My goal is to help women feel empowered to nourish their babies in whatever way they choose to breastfeed. We have the tools and knowledge to help guide you through your breastfeeding journey in a judgement free way.
At Epione Health, we believe in the power of education and empowerment, giving you the confidence and knowledge to make informed health decisions. Together, we will create a treatment plan personalized for you based on your presentation and needs using:
- Comprehensive maternal and infant assessment
- Infant oral assessment for oral ties
- In person nursing/pumping session with professional latch and flange assistance
- Test weights before and after nursing session to determine how much milk infant is receiving
- Determine infant weight gain according to the WHO growth charts using a hospital grade scale
- Professional flange Sizing
- Lactation Support Package
- Lactation Supply Store with professional recommendations
My areas of interest include:
Prenatal breastfeeding education
Post partum breastfeeding support
Pumping education & support
Professional Flange Sizing
Pumping schedule creation
Nipple Damage caused by pumping
Oral tie assessment
Inability to latch
Low milk supply
Low weight gain
Are you sick and tired of feeling sick and tired?
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Location:
310 Second St. W. Cornwall, ON
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Saturday 9 am - 4 pm
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