GOLD Speakers
Simeca Williamson, MPH, RNutr., IBCLC
- Country: United States of America
Biography:
Simeca Alexander Williamson is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Registered Nutritionist (RNutr.), with specialised training in supporting infants and young children with feeding and swallowing challenges. She holds a Master of Public Health in Health Management and a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics.With over a decade of experience, Simeca works at the intersection of lactation, nutrition, paediatric feeding, and public health. She is passionate about helping families achieve their feeding goals, whether exclusive breastfeeding, addressing excessive weight gain, or navigating complex feeding difficulties; while honoring each family’s unique needs and circumstances.
In her private practice and public health work, Simeca has supported countless breastfeeding dyads and children with growth, development, and feeding concerns. She sits on the National Infant and Young Child Feeding Committee, works closely with the Early Childhood Commission providing education and mentorship to healthcare professionals, particularly in low-resource and culturally diverse settings, to improve maternal-child health outcomes.
Simeca is known for her warm, engaging teaching style and her ability to make evidence-based information accessible and actionable.
She lives in Jamaica with her husband and 2 children, who inspire her work daily and remind her of the joys and challenges of parenthood.