Nyasia Countee

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Lactation Consultant
Detroit, Michigan
20 years of experience
About me

Nyasia Countee is a passionate IBCLC, childbirth educator, and advocate dedicated to transforming maternal healthcare through culturally competent, evidence-based support. As the founder of Ancient Wisdom Birth Services, she believes every birthing person deserves respect, informed choice, and unwavering support throughout their journey. Rooted in the wisdom of ancestral care and modern science, her philosophy centers on empowering families—especially those in underserved communities—with the knowledge, confidence, and resources they need to thrive. She champions bodily autonomy, equitable access to care, and the normalization of breastfeeding as a biological norm. With a deep commitment to advocacy, education, and mentorship, Nyasia is not just supporting families—she’s shaping the future of perinatal care.

Education

International Board Lactation Consultant (2024)

Certification and training

Birth Doula DONA (2014)

Certfied Perinatal Educator (2022)

Evidence-Based Birth Instructor (2024)

National Black Doula Association Trainer (2025)

Memberships and affiliations

Doulas of North America

National Perinatal Safe Spot

United States Breastfeeding Committee

Evidence-Based Birth Instructor

Michigan Association of Lactation Consultants

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant

National Black Doula Association Trainer

Michigan Doula Advisory Board Member

Credentials
CD (DONA) CHW IBCLC
Specialties
Abnormal Bleeding Abortion Doula Care Adolescent Care Advanced Maternal Age Aromatherapy Birth and Lactation Birth Assistant Birth Doula Birth Support Birth Trauma Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Cesarean Scar Tissue Remedial Massage Childbirth Education Doula Trainer Exclusive Pumping/Bottle Feeding Herbal Postpartum Care High Risk and Low Intervention Obstetrical Care High-Risk Pregnancy Home Birth Hospital Birth Infant Care Labor Doula Lactation Consultation Lactation Home Visits Latch Issues LGBTQ+ Low Milk Supply/Over Supply Midwife Support Natural Childbirth Newborn Care Placenta Encapsulation Postpartum Care Postpartum Doula Care Prenatal Lactation Education Telehealth Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) Vaginal Steam
Languages

English

Accepted insurances
Aetna Aetna Better Health Blue Choice Health Plan Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Carrot Cigna HAP (Health Alliance Plan) HAP Midwest Health Plan McLaren Health Plan Medicaid Meridian Health Plan Priority Health Tricare
Service introduction

At Ancient Wisdom Birth Services, I provide personalized lactation support, childbirth education, and doula services to help families feel confident and empowered. Whether you need assistance with breastfeeding challenges, a custom back-to-work pumping plan, or hands-on childbirth guidance, I offer compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to your needs. I accept insurance through The Lactation Network (BCBS, Anthem, Cigna, HAP, Multiplan, UnitedHealthcare) and offer cash, credit, or FSA/HSA payment options.

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