Find a Lactation Consultant Near Me in Bakersfield, CA

Hi there, I’m Jenica. I’m a wife, bio & bonus mom, LVN and IBCLC. I’m currently working in private practice as an IBCLC. I pride myself in providing personalized, culturally component and evidence based lactation care in a judgement-free environment.

Hey Everyone, I'm Jalisa Burton, co-founder of Divine Birthing Services. With a background as a Full Spectrum Doula, Certified Lactation Education Specialist, and Certified Effective Black Parenting Educator, I'm dedicated to creating sacred and supported birthing experiences for families. My journey as a birth worker is both a divine calling and a profound honor. Prior to this, I proudly served in the US Coast Guard, embodying values of dedication and service. Outside of work, I enjoy exploring new places and cuisines with my husband and our three children. I'm excited to connect and support families on their journey to parenthood.

IBCLC since 2009 Versed in oral restriction, low supply, flange sizing, supplements and much more. Symphony pump rental station. Accepting PPO insurance. Call to inquire about non PPO insurance prices.

Hello, my name is Coleen Salazar and I am an international board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC). I am passionate about maternal and child health and dedicate my career to supporting mothers and families in achieving their breastfeeding goals. My practice is grounded in the belief that feeding support should be personalized, compassionate, and evidence-based. I offer one-on-one home consultations, tailored lactation plans, and ongoing support, both in-person and virtually. I strive to create a nurturing environment, where every question is welcomed and every concern is addressed. My goal is to empower parents with knowledge and confidence, making their breastfeeding journey as smooth and fulfilling as possible. Thank you for considering my services. I look forward to supporting you and your family.

Professional Experience: 2004 Nutrition BS from Argentina 2008 Certified Lactation Educator 2009 International Lactation Consultant 6 years of Community work at WIC Program (Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infant & Children) 3 years as Clinic Supervisor, Nutritional Consultant and Lactation Educator 3 years In the Breastfeeding Department: Helping mothers to breastfeed. Offering breastfeeding classes and support groups. Mentoring and training WIC staff in Lactation Services. 8 yrs Hospital experience as Lactation Consultant. Helping mothers to breastfeed post-partum during their stay in the hospital. Giving pre-natal breastfeeding classes and post-natal breastfeeding support groups. Mother of 2 :) Helping families in this special time of their lives is a gift for me, as I'm passionate for helping others.

Hello, my name is Pamela. My practice Baby Blessings Doula & Lactation Specialist is located in Santa Barbara, CA. I am a pediatric nurse for 30+ years and a DONA trained Birth/Postpartum Doula. I am also a certified Lactation Specialist. I have attended over 150 childbirths and supported many families during their 4th trimester and beyond. I have 4 amazing children and 2 grand babies with a 3rd on the way. It is my personal calling to empower women to tap into their own strength during this transformational and sacred turning-point in their lives. I take great pride in holding space for my mamas and their families in a way that makes them feel safe and secure. I am deeply passionate about caring for others. My sincere desire is to provide unwavering support to mothers and babies, siblings and their partners during the postpartum period.

Hi I’m Briana! As a seasoned doula with a wealth of experience, my goal is to bring; warmth, compassion, and unwavering support to every birth journey. A mother of six myself, I understand the intricacies of the birthing process intimately, making me a trusted guide for expectant parents. I am dedicated to fostering a sense of empowerment and courage, ensuring that each birthing experience is not just a moment but a beautiful, transformative journey for everyone involved. I look forward to meeting you!

I'm a Registered Nurse, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, and Cache Certified Newborn Care Specialist with emphasis on education of maternal newborn care and sleep conditioning babies under 2 years of age. I bring not only medical and newborn care experience of 25+ years, but also perspective and understanding of what it’s like to be a teenage mom; what it takes to be a surrogate; and certainly what a huge physical, emotional, and life changing journey that giving life, grieving loss, and parenting comes with.

As an IBCLC Lactation Consultant, my mission is to inspire, empower and guide you into this new chapter of your life, helping you to navigate infant feeding and early parenthood with grace and confidence.

Ani-La Anat Phil-Golan is a certified Doula CLC (Certified Lactation Counselor) , pre-natal yoga and baby yoga instructor in Southern California. Ani-La Anat graduated from Dona International / Bini Birth where she received her doula certification. She studied at the prestigious Adler Institute in Israel where she was a facilitator for new parents and she took Psychotherapy courses in Har Hatzofim University in Jerusalem. At the Wingate Institute, Israel's National Centre for Physical Education and Sport, Ani-La Anat studied Baby development, Hydrotherapy and gymnastics. She also specialized to work with kids with special needs. Ani-La Anat is the mother of three beautiful adult children. Ani-La Anat has a multi-layered life: she was born and raised in Jerusalem Israel and then met her husband while serving her country. She raised her children in Kibbutz Ein-Gedi in Israel, which is known for being the lowest place in the world. She moved to the city (Kohav Yair) for 9 years and then relocated with her family to the Los Angeles area in 2007 to expand her life and her practice of Doula, Reiki and Yoga. In this strong pursuit, Anat Ani-La has traveled to India to study, work with masters and to develop her own unique style, blending Yoga and nutrition, sensitivity and physiology and the teachings of the ages across many cultures to support women who bring life into this magical world. Her clients lovingly call her Ani-la, which means “I am here for her”/ "I am answering you” in Hebrew And in Hindu it means “Buddhist monk\nun.” Both of these definitions describe truly what Ani-La Anat does for women and their children. Anat Ani-La has additionally studied Pre-Natal Yoga, Baby Yoga and Indian Massage through studies in Nepal in the heart of the Himalayan Mountains. Anat Ani-La has brought into her spiritual journey the teachings of Yoga to provide a sensitive and beautiful experience for expecting mothers and their babies. She has also studied and practiced the many facets of Western, Eastern, and Far-Eastern culture throughout her life. Anat Ani-La is a 4th Degree Reiki Master and a Yogi, avidly embracing the “Heart Tibetan Yoga” method. Anat Ani-La works out of her own Agoura Hills, CA studio/Clinic where she offers Reiki treatments, tuning chakras, Sound Bowl healing and life coaching. She is integrating other techniques Additionally, and she leads Retreats and workshops with large groups of people for Yoga, guiding meditation, Reiki teaching Classes for Master, life skills and breathing. Anat Ani-La’s wisdom has been enhanced through her study of Jewish Kabbalah and Buddhism with many masters during the years. Giving of oneself with love and support has always been at the center of Anat Ani-La’s ethos. This involvement has given back to Anat Ani-La in the form of active training as a paramedic aide and ambulance driver with the renowned Magen David Adom emergency medical support in Israel and in many hospitals in India training in the labor room, the Surgery room for C-Section, and throughout the maternity department. Anat Ani-la is also an artist, a Blacksmith and brings her expertise in Feng-Shui into the birthing room to ensure that all aspects of physical, spiritual, and emotional elements are in harmony.

After having 6 natural home births of my own, I knew that I wanted to help other families have beautiful birth & postpartum experiences. I used Hypnobirthing methods for all of my own births. In 2011 I was trained as a (DONA international) Doula. Since then I was trained in Hypnobirthing methods, Belly binding, Abhyanga massage, natural doctoring, and other holistic practices. I have attended many different types of births, including hospital, home and birthing center births. I also offer virtual pregnancy and birth training and preparation. I Consult with you on birth and postpartum choices and how to be best prepared physically, emotionally, and mentally for your ideal birthing & postpartum experience.

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Hi! My name is Anika. I am a birth and postpartum doula, certified lactation educator, and 1500 hours certified yoga instructor, located in Los Angeles, California. I am passionate about the motherhood experience, I am on a mission to empower mothers by supporting them through an holistic approach that involves yoga, nutrition and complete education of all things birth and postpartum.

My name is Tanya colligan and I have been teaching childbirth classes for over 20 years. I have a Passion for teaching about childbirth.

I am a birth and postpartum doula who serves the greater Los Angeles area. I have been a doula sine 2011 and am also a lactation educator and mother of three.

Hello Families! My name is Rosemary Boyd RN IBCLC. I've been passionate about empowering families with the skills and knowledge they need since I can remember. I'm a Postpartum and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse, Postpartum Doula, and Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant. I have over 17 years experience as a mother-baby expert working in hospitals, seeing my patients in their homes, and doing public speaking engagements. I offer private in home or hospital Lactation Consults, Prenatal Breastfeeding and Newborn care classes, PP Doula care for the whole family day or night, and speaking at conferences as well as mommy and me groups all over the greater LA areas and SFV. Gift Certificates are available for all of these. I can't wait to work with your amazing family towards your individual goals on this journey to parenthood!

Hello! I am an internationally board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC) based in Sherman Oaks, CA and my mission is to provide compassionate and individualized lactation and infant feeding support. I am well versed in infant and child health care and I have 10 years of experience as a NICU nurse, and I am now a practicing pediatric nurse practitioner as well as breastfeeding mom.

Helping family during postpartum is my second calling in life; massage therapy was first. I am naturally drawn to bring holistic care to family in this new journey, or a continuation of life and transitions.

Hi, Im Aryel a Doula, CBS, and student IBCLC, Passionately Navigating through the birthing world trying to consume all the knowledge so that you can have the informed birth and breastfeeding journey you deserve. My Births did not go as planned, breastfeeding my first did not go as planned, there is a lot I would change if I could go back and because of that I firmly believe it’s my calling to help mamas take charge of their birth and nursing journey. My goal is to help every mother achieve a loving and empowering birth as well as a successful breastfeeding journey. Knowledge is power and together I hope to cultivate your support group and work together for the care your family deserves.

Hi! I'm Shaina Brickner from West Los Angeles :) I am an IBCLC and RN, with 7 years as a Labor and Delivery Nurse. I transitioned to working as a lactation consultant when I realized that my true passion is educating new parents on all the options they have when it comes to breastfeeding their babies. I have 3 children whom I breastfed each for over a year, and each breastfeeding journey was so unique. I love to help new parents navigate the crazy new world of parenthood through birth, breastfeeding, and newborn care classes and postpartum lactation visits. I offer home visits (if you're local to Los Angeles) as well as virtual and sometimes office visits. My favorite topics of discussion are pumping schedules when going back to work, tethered oral tissues (tongue tie/lip tie), combining sleep hygiene and breastfeeding. and managing supply issues.