Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine service (outpatient) at Inova Children's - Willow Oaks

The Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine Program at Inova Children's combines expert clinical experience with dedicated, personalized care to allow each family to find their best version of breastfeeding success.

We are located at the Inova Children's – Willow Oaks outpatient office at 8280 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax, VA 22031 (See address in Google Maps). Call 571-472-4300 with questions or to make an appointment.

Meet our Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine doctor: Karen Bodnar, MD

Karen Bodnar, MD, IBCLC, FABM is a board-certified pediatric hospitalist at Inova L.J. Murphy Children’s Hospital. She earned her Medical Degree and completed her Residency at the University of Florida.

Dr. Bodnar is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, as well as the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine. In addition, she is an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).

Dr. Bodnar’s goal is to provide caring support to help mothers succeed at reaching their personal breastfeeding goals.

(Click here for information about in-hospital breastfeeding consultation)