Regina's Biography

Regina has been an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)for over a decade. Prior to that, she worked with children for several years in her role as a social worker. Regina was seeking a way to improve the lives of children. It became apparent that women were seeking more education on infant care and feeding. Personal and professional breastfeeding experiences motivated Regina to obtain a comprehensive education in the field of lactation. This journey has given Regina the opportunity to teach parenting, to lecture and to practice as a corporate lactation consultant. In private practice and through work in the hospital setting, she trains other medical professionals and supports mothers with babies in the NICU. Regina also sits on the board of directors for Mid Hudson Lactation Consultants Association, and the United States Lactation Consultants Association. Most recently she has begun to incorporate Reiki into her practice. Regina's extensive experience makes her a valuable asset for the women who seek care at Full Circle Women's Health and the community at large.

Regina's Full Circle Blog Articles

World Breastfeeding Week August 1 to 7, 2011

Regina Camillieri
August 4, 2011

World Breastfeeding Week is being celebrated this week in 120 countries around the world with the goal to boost the health of infants worldwide and encourage mothers to breastfeed. There have been many articles written on the benefits of breastfeeding, especially in the infancy stage. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends nursing for at least the first year of life. But the truth is, that as a nation, we have fallen short of breastfeeding our own children for any extended period …

Do you know how to hand express your milk?

Regina Camillieri
July 31, 2011

An article in the New York Times reported, today, that women who learn how to hand express their milk will most likely breastfeed longer. The study was conducted in San Francisco and there were 36 mothers used for the study. This was a small study, but it does give one something to think about. Hand expression of breast milk is a skill that has become lost through the ages. With all the fancy machines that are out there that you can use …

What a Great Two Days

Regina Camillieri
May 31, 2011

During the past two days, I was at a health fair for a large credit card company. It was exciting to see the women of all ages who came, especially so many pregnant ones. From what I was told, there is a baby boom happening there and the company wanted “breastfeeding people” at the fair. Once I began to introduce myself to these new mothers, it was interesting to hear what they had to say about working and still providing …

Great video on how to use a breastpump

Regina Camillieri
May 19, 2011

How to use a breast pump. Look at this great video on how to use a breast pump. Ameda is one of the best pumps because of its proven airlock protection. This protection protects the milk from viruses, bacteria, and mold growth. This pump has not been recalled or has not had any problems with the milk backing up into the tubes, which can cause mold in the tubing. We sell this pump in the Shop at Full Circle and now …

Who is the Mother of Your Heart?

Regina Camillieri
May 7, 2011

This Sunday is Mother’s Day in the United States. This holiday is celebrated around the world. The countries that celebrate Mother’s Day set aside the second Sunday in the month of May to honor mothers. The origins of this holiday began in ancient Egypt. The day began as the Festival of the goddesses. Isis was the Egyptian goddess that the holiday was created to honor. Isis was considered to be the mother of the pharaohs because of the way she protected her …

Are You Going Back to Work While Breastfeeding?

Regina Camillieri
May 4, 2011

On May 7th, Breastfeeding at Full Circle will be holding a class for parents who are going back to work and still want to provide breast milk for their child. The class will talk about the Federal Laws around “break time” for pumping, how to introduce a bottle, collection and storage of human milk, baby’s transitioning and moms feelings about going back to work and more. The class is being taught by Regina Camillieri IBCLC, RLC who is a board certified Lactation Consultant …

Why are Doulas so important?

Regina Camillieri
May 2, 2011

Last week, I taught a workshop for Doulas and other medical professionals. This workshop was an honor and privilege for me to teach. Doulas are an intimate part of the birth process. Here are some of the reasons expectant parents should hire a doula: 50% reduction in the cesarean rate 25% shorter labor 60% reduction in epidural requests 40% reduction in oxytocin use 30% reduction in analgesia use 40% reduction in forceps delivery Breastfeeding will get off to a better start For people who …