Melanie Acon, MA, IBCLC, Founder

Hi, I'm Melanie, a Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and owner of Bee Nourished Lactation Services in Pittsburgh, PA. I offer both in-home and virtual lactation consultations in the Western Pittsburgh region.

My journey toward opening a private lactation consulting practice began many years ago, rooted in my own experience as a new mother. When I struggled to breastfeed my first child, I found myself with minimal support and faced countless obstacles throughout the 12 months I nursed him.

When he turned one, I remember exhaling deeply and thinking, “No one should have to go through that alone.” That moment sparked a calling in me—to become part of the solution for the many families who lack adequate lactation support.

In 2017, I began pursuing my certification through Pathway II to IBCLC at Union Institute and University. There, I earned a Master of Arts in Health and Wellness with a concentration in Human Lactation. As part of my training, I completed hundreds of hours serving families in a variety of settings: providing care to inpatients immediately after delivery, offering prenatal education and consultations, supporting NICU families, and—my favorite—working with outpatients in the community.

After becoming an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), I founded Bee Nourished Lactation Services to offer compassionate, evidence-based support to families in need.

I whole-heartedly believe that every breastfeeding journey is unique. I know this firsthand, having breastfed four children—each experience different from the last. Some were challenging; others came with ease. This perspective allows me to meet each client exactly where they are. Together, we’ll create personalized, realistic care plans based on your goals and your family’s individual needs.

I live in Beaver County, PA with my husband and our four children. Outside of work, I enjoy indoor gardening, pottery, and exploring the Pittsburgh area with my family.