Makayla Bowne

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Lactation Consultant
Grand Rapids, Michigan
5 years of experience
About me

Hi, I’m Makayla, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and Carseat Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. I started my journey practicing as a birth and postpartum doula. I am passionate about supporting mothers and families on their breastfeeding journeys. As a mother of two boys, I understand the unique challenges and joys that come with nurturing little ones. I’m here to provide expert guidance and compassionate care to help you and your baby thrive.

Certification and training

CLC (2020)

IBCLC (2022)

CPST (2023)

Credentials
CLC CPST IBCLC
Specialties
Advanced Maternal Age Birth and Lactation Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Breastfeeding Consultation Breastfeeding Support Car Seats Installment Exclusive Pumping/Bottle Feeding Infant Care Lactation Consultation Latch Issues LGBTQ+ Low Milk Supply/Over Supply Multiples Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Nipple and Breast Pain Postpartum Life Premature Infants Returning to work (pumping, breastmilk storage, etc) Safety Telehealth
Languages

English

Accepted insurances
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) Cigna Humana Multiplan PHCS Network Health Plan Provider Partners Health Plan UnitedHealthcare
Service introduction

I offer in home or virtual lactation consulting for prenatal as well as post partum. Receive education for the first days of breast/chest feeding a newborn, engorgement/mastitis/clogged duct treatment, pumping assistance, flange sizing, oral restictions, pre and post frenectomy care, nipple pain and damage, DMER, weaning, tandem nursing, twins, preterm infants, induced lactation, chest surgeries, failure to thrive, weighted feedings, and more! Your insurance may be covered even if not listed above. We also accept HSA/FSA and can provide super bill for reimbursement

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