Expert breastfeeding support when you need it most.
I'm Arnikka, an IBCLC and neonatal nurse helping mothers navigate feeding challenges with evidence-based, judgment-free care.
Hi, I’m Arnikka
I’m a Neonatal Nurse, Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Neuroprotective Developmental Care Practitioner (NDC) — and most importantly, I’m a Mother.
After years of supporting newborn families in the NICU, I thought becoming a mum myself would be simple. I expected to do it “perfectly.” Instead, I was shocked by the self-doubt, the exhaustion, the gaps in care that no one prepares me for.
That experience changed me. It led me to deepen my studies in lactation, newborn neurodevelopment, and mother–baby care. What I realised is this: so much of the pain, uncertainty, and overwhelm of early motherhood can be eased with expert, compassionate support.
I created SuckleBubs to guide mothers through the raw, real first 12 weeks, the fourth trimester. My work blends breastfeeding & bottle feeding, lactation physiology, newborn nervous system care, neuroscience & neurodevelopment, so that you and your baby feel safe, seen, and supported to make informed decisions and move forward in your parenting journey with confidence.
What Mothers are Saying
“Having Arnikka’s support before and after birth meant so much to me, especially in those raw, real, precious early weeks. She walked beside me in a way I didn’t know I needed.”
— Melissa Ambrosini
Melissa Ambrosini shares a personal reflection on what it felt like to be supported during her second postpartum journey.
Hannah
After our first session, something shifted. I left feeling so much more grounded, simply from understanding what to expect and how to meet those early moments with confidence.
The In Bloom program helped me navigate the early weeks with more ease, not just in feeding and sleep, but in how I cared for myself too. It was such a supportive, tailored experience.”
“Your knowledge and your sensible approach meant so much to me. I never felt pressured — just supported, seen, and guided at my own pace.”
— Danijela,
Shannon
“I’m so grateful for this program. I think without it, I would have felt alone. I truly looked forward to our chats each week - it felt safe, supportive, and like I could talk about anything.”
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