FOUNDER, CEO & ADMINISTRATOR

Kathleen Moren

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 RN, BSN, IBCLC

Kathleen Moren, RN, BSN, IBCLC, is the founder and president of Healthy Babies, Happy Moms Inc., which she established in 1999 as a pioneering provider of lactation and newborn care services.

An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant since 1995, Kathleen has supported thousands of families in reaching their breastfeeding goals. Her innovative approach bridges care across hospital, home, and corporate settings—creating comprehensive lactation programs that meet families where they are.

Her work has been published in respected medical journals, including the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine Journal and the Journal of the Rhode Island Medical Society, and she has contributed to national initiatives promoting breastfeeding in the workplace.

Kathleen holds leadership roles in several statewide health organizations, including the Rhode Island Partnership for Home Care, where she serves on the Board and Executive Committee.

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VICE PRESIDENT

FINANCE/HUMAN RESOURCES

Rebecca Stockdill

  • Rebecca Stockdill holds an MBA from Tulane University with concentrations in Finance and Human Resources, as well as an AB from Colgate University. Rebecca is a former VP, Goldman Sachs and an Associate, Ford Motor Company. She currently serves on the Boards of the Warwick Center for the Arts and NNI, bringing a strong background in business leadership, organizational strategy, and community engagement.

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DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Kimberly Sweeney

  • I love hats—both literally and figuratively—because I wear so many of them. At home, I’m a loving and supportive wife to my forever person, a proud mom to three almost-adults, and a devoted pet parent to our two fur babies.

    Before finding my way to HBHM, I spent more than 20 years as a registered dental hygienist, with a focus on pediatrics. Educating and supporting families, and being part of a child’s health journey from the very beginning, has always filled my happiness bucket.

    At HBHM, creating a positive and reassuring experience for new moms and their children is my top priority.

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DIRECTOR OF NURSING

Julia Iannucci RN BSN IBCLC

  • Julia is Registered Nurse (RN) and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) with over 10 years of experience in postpartum and infant care. She is passionate about supporting families through the early stages of parenthood with evidence-based, compassionate care. When she’s not working with new parents and babies, she enjoys time at the beach with her one-year-old daughter and her golden retriever.

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RN, BSN, IBCLC

Suzette Doyle

  • Suzette graduated from Rhode Island College in 2008 with her Bachelors in the Science of Nursing. Since then, she has worked exclusively in maternal child health. She began her career working in postpartum care and since 2013 has been a labor and delivery nurse. Within the hospital setting, she has supported and advocated for parents starting their breastfeeding journeys. Now a board certified Lactation Consultant, being able to further assist these families is very rewarding for her. Suzette is passionate about educating parents so they will have the tools needed to have a positive breastfeeding experience. When she is not working, Suzette’s favorite activities include spending time with her two children, hiking with her dog, going to concerts and photography. 

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RN, BSN, PMH-BC, IBCLC

Shannon Laird

  • Shannon is a registered nurse at Healthy Babies Happy Moms, where she teaches breastfeeding classes and supports families with in-home phototherapy services. She recently passed her International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) exam and is passionate about helping new parents feel confident and supported during the early days of their baby’s life.

    In addition to her work with families, Shannon is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse and has spent the past 12 years working in mental health care across pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations. She currently works on the adolescent unit at Butler Hospital, where she brings compassion, empathy, and therapeutic care to patients and families.

    Shannon’s own breastfeeding journey inspired her dedication to supporting new mothers through both the practical and emotional aspects of early parenthood. She believes that welcoming a new baby is one of life’s most meaningful yet challenging transitions, and she strives to provide families with the knowledge, reassurance, and emotional support they need to thrive.

    She earned her Associate Degree in Nursing from the Community College of Rhode Island and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Rhode Island.

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Rachel Rathgaber RN

IBCLC Clinical Internship

  • I am a Registered Nurse with 10 years of experience, primarily in pediatrics. As a mother of two boys, I bring both my clinical knowledge and lived experiences to my work with families. I am currently transitioning into lactation consulting and completing my required clinical hours at Healthy Babies, Happy Moms, with a focus on supporting families through evidence-based, compassionate care.

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Gabriella Zaccaria

OPERATIONS ASSOCIATE

  • Gabriella Zaccaria is our full time Operations Associate, bringing a unique blend of administrative expertise and clinical empathy. With an Associate’s in Healthcare Administration from Sacramento City College and a background as a certified postpartum doula, she is uniquely equipped to help our patients navigate their care journeys throughout motherhood. 

    After spending the last decade in California, she has returned to her home town in Rhode Island. Outside of work Gabby enjoys adventures with her three year old daughter, spending time with family and her two pups, and helping out in her local community.

Brigid Blackburn

CLAIMS PROCESSOR

  • Brigid Blackburn processes insurance claims and medical equipment orders. A graduate of the University of New Hampshire, her professional background includes Account and Financial Operations as well as Marketing and Event Planning. Outside of work, Brigid enjoys reading, hiking with her dogs, live music, and volunteering at her children's schools. Brigid was able to utilize HBHM's services when her own children were born and is appreciative to have now come full circle working for an organization supporting other families.

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Grants Awarded:

Healthy Babies, Happy Moms Inc. has been awarded the following grants:

  • $5400 from the Governor's Workforce Board in 2013 for various RN and staff training

  • $3000 from the Governor’s Workforce Board in 2010 for website renovation and employee technical education

  • $5000 from Medela Inc. for staff education and development of charitable programs

  • $10,000 yearly from the Initiative for Healthy Weight with the Rhode Island Breastfeeding Coalition to distribute the DHHS Business Case for Breastfeeding Toolkit to RI Employers

Featured Publications:

Our founder, Kathleen Moren, has contributed to the following publications.

  • MacNamara MMC, Moren K, Taylor LE, Taylor JS.  State-Wide Support for Physician-Mothers Who Are Breastfeeding. Med Health RI. 2012;95(1):8-12.
     

  • Marinelli, K., Moren K., Taylor, JS. The Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine Protocol “Breastfeeding Support for Working Mothers,”  Breastfeeding Medicine, Volume 8, Number 1, 2013

Employee Achievements:

We are very proud to acknowledge the following employee achievements:

  • 2017 Alumni of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program

  • Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing

  • Designated a 2015 Community Champion, Woman to Watch by the RISBJ

  • People Biz 2013 Business Accelerator Program

  • Appointment to the Governor’s Healthcare Reform Commission

  • Medela’s Breastfeeding Hall of Excellence Award

  • RI Birth Network’s 2009-2010 Award for Extraordinary Service

  • Dean’s Excellence in Teaching Award from the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University

  • Crème De La Crème Award from the Rhode Island Breastfeeding Coalition

  • A Top 10 Pitch Winner in the Make Mine a Million $ Business Contest NYC 2012

Ever wonder what our breastfeeding professional's credentials mean? Find out with the United States Lactation Consultant Association's (USLCA) IBCLC’s Make the Difference Brochure or the Center for Breastfeeding’s What is a Certified Lactation Counselor Brochure?