Since 2024, I’ve helped more than 50 mums find the joy in lactation
The heart behind Joy Lactation
Hi, I’m Liying — I’m an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), a Neuroprotective Developmental Care (NDC) practitioner, and a former social worker. This is me and my little family.
My real full time job since 2022 has been a mum.
Trying to figure out why something that’s “natural” could feel so incredibly hard was difficult to come to terms with.
I remember feeling vulnerable. Overwhelmed. Like I was the only one who couldn’t get it “right.”
And maybe what I needed back then wasn’t more advice — but support that actually saw me.
Why I do what I do
Before I became a lactation consultant, I spent years supporting families as a social worker.
I saw what happens when emotional needs go unmet — and how deeply early parenting shapes a family’s foundation and long-term relationships.
I’m here to walk with you as you discover what works best for your body, your baby, and your family.
A little more about my credentials, experiences & family
700+ clinical hours
supporting breastfeeding families
(Real talk: This number adds on so quickly weekly… but I’ll try to update this as frequently as I can. Last updated May 2025)
145+ hours & counting
dedicated to lactation education
NDC Practitioner
Trained in the Possums Programs for breastfeeding, sleep & infant wellbeing
International Board Certified Lactation Consultant
(Reg. No: L-316997)
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My Philosophy
(so you’ll know if we’re a good fit to work together)
I’m here with compassion
I know your days are full — caring for your baby brings so many physical and emotional demands, and on top of that, sleep can be hard to come by. I hold space for all the tough feelings and thoughts that come with motherhood, honoring you as both a person AND a parent.
I’m driven to empower you
Whether it’s adjusting positions, trying new routines, or experimenting with different feeding methods, you’ll have my full support to explore what works best for your family. After all, you’re the expert on your child and what works for you.
I’m not here to judge
Whether you’re latching, pumping, or combo-feeding, I trust you’ve made feeding choices based on your unique situation. Breastfeeding looks different for every family — and that’s totally okay.
& In case you’re curious what Neuroprotective Developmental Care is & why place so much emphasis on it
I’m proud to be Singapore’s only trained practitioner in Neuroprotective Developmental Care (NDC), also known as the Possums Programs.
NDC is a science-backed framework that helps families understand how infant feeding, sleep, sensory needs, and emotional development are all interconnected — not separate issues to “fix” in isolation.
NDC supports:
Your baby’s development through responsive care
Empowering you as the expert of your baby with evidence-based information
Your mental and emotional wellbeing as a parent
What this means for you:
You’ll receive holistic support that covers more than just latch issues. We’ll look at how feeding, sleep, and your baby’s needs tie together — and how it all impacts you, too.
This way, you’ll feel more supported, confident, and equipped to respond to your baby.