Find a Lactation Consultant Near Me in Wilson, NC

Latch Makers was created out of love for moms and breastfeeding. We want to walk alongside moms for all stages of breastfeeding to support and empower them to comfortably and confidently feed their babies in whatever method they choose. We believe that all moms should have access to affordable lactation services.

I was blessed to attend my first birth at 18 and loved being a support for my friend. At that time in life, I didn’t know what a doula was or even that this was a career. After that experience, I was blessed to attend several births including c-sections, and have helped several people with lactation right after birth. No matter what stage of pregnancy, I am a safe space for you. From 2018-2023 I had the opportunity to nurture and love babies from 0 to 24m in foster care. I brought several babies home from the hospital and was blessed to help them through their first few months, showing them what it means to be heard, supported, and loved. I am passionate about supporting families during the pre and post-birth processes, regardless of the outcome. I feel called to this line of work and am excited to connect with you. I am excited to serve be serving, Wake, Johnston, & Wayne County with education and support during one of the biggest experiences of your life.

Briana Smith is an Certified Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and Placenta Encapsulation Specialist. Her advanced training and certifications include When Survivors Give Birth, Rebozo Use in Labor, Postpartum Belly Binding Professional, Systemic Racism & Implicit Bias in Perinatal Health, and Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness. Briana received her BS in Public Health from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where her passion for maternal and reproductive health sparked. She went on to receive her MPH from East Carolina University. She has experience supporting couples, single parents, advanced maternal age, VBAC/VBA2C, sexual trauma and assault survivors, high and low risk births, cesarean births, and families who have experienced or are expecting a loss. Briana has extensive experience working as a doula and an educator in all of our local area hospitals, birth centers, and in home. She is passionate about providing evidence based, unbiased education and helping her clients to make their own informed decisions. Briana's open, direct, and honest communication style paired with her empathic, compassionate personality allows her to be the best advocate and support for families before, during, and after birth. Briana currently lives in Eastern Wake County (though she'll always be a northerner at heart!) She loves the beach, but also loves snuggling up in a blanket with hot chocolate in a log cabin in the winter time (ah, there's her New Englander side!)

Hello! I help babies overcome feeding challenges (breast, bottle & solids) and master essential developmental milestones such as tummy time, rolling, crawling, and walking—so they can grow, play, and thrive! As the regions' only lactation consultant AND occupational therapist (OT, IBCLC), I provide complete and holistic infant care services starting with prenatal education, getting started with breastfeeding, pumping, bottle feeding, eating solid foods, as well as treating torticollis, tummy time challenges and other developmental delays. All services are provided in the comfort of your home.

Courtney Miller, RN, BSN, IBCLC, is a dedicated lactation consultant and registered nurse passionate about empowering new mothers on their breastfeeding journeys. With years of experience in both hospital and community settings, Courtney has a deep understanding of the challenges that new parents face and is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based support. Her approach is rooted in patience, education, and a personalized touch, helping mothers feel confident and capable as they navigate the nuances of breastfeeding. As a mother herself, Courtney knows firsthand the importance of nurturing not only the baby but also the well-being of the mother, offering holistic guidance that addresses both physical and emotional aspects of breastfeeding. The Better Boob Lactation is Courtney's platform to provide inclusive, comprehensive breastfeeding support for mothers in Raleigh, Rocky Mount, NC, and Louisville, KY. The Better Boob Lactation offers a range of services—including in-home, in-office, and virtual consultations—tailored to each family's unique needs. Whether addressing latching issues, milk supply concerns, or simply offering reassurance, The Better Boob Lactation is built on a foundation of trust, expertise, and a genuine desire to help mothers thrive. By partnering with major insurance networks and offering a flexible range of consultations, The Better Boob Lactation ensures that all mothers have access to high-quality lactation support, empowering them to embrace the breastfeeding journey with confidence.

Hi, I'm Karen! I'm a Certified Professional Birth and Postpartum Doula in the Raleigh area of beautiful North Carolina. I'd be honored to have the opportunity to get to know you and hear about your birth goals and desires. I became a doula so that I could support and empower both expecting and postpartum families to have better birthing experiences, to have the experience they not only desire but ultimately deserve to have. I received my doula certifications through the Madriella doula network in 2022. I'd be honored to have the opportunity to get to know you and hear about your birth goals and desires.

Hello! I am Kristen Smith. I have 7 years of NICU/Special Care Nursery/Mother Baby unit nursing experience. I have 3 years of experience as an IBCLC. Whether you need a SOS call after delivery, help with sore nipples, going from triple feeding to infant back to the breast solely, pumping help, or flange fitting, I am here to help!

Hi! My name is Heather Carreon. I am a Registered Nurse and IBCLC. I have over 10 years experience with postpartum mothers and infants. I live in Clayton, NC with my husband 3 children. Although I had knowledge as a lactation consultant and postpartum nurse, my personal breastfeeding experience as a new mother was definitely an educational process. I struggled in various ways with my own infants and sought help from colleagues. My personal journey has given me a new and relatable perspective about the breastfeeding challenges mothers face. Without tailored guidance in the early weeks, breastfeeding can be very frustrating. My aim is to provide you with compassionate support and education to help families reach their breastfeeding goals.

I have over 20 years experience helping new families, 13 of that as an IBCLC. I have practiced in multiple settings, and especially enjoy helping families in welcoming multiples after my own experience with twins.

Amanda Linderman is an experienced registered nurse, beginning her career in 2010 working in pediatrics, where her specialty was the Pediatric ICU for 7 years. In 2019, she transitioned to supporting postpartum mothers. Her passion for this field and her personal experience as a new Mother, led her to attain her IBCLC certification in the same year. Amanda's current role involves assisting new mothers during the initial three days post-birth and providing specialized care for NICU infants in the hospital setting.

I am a Certified Physician Assistant practicing in Women’s Health, Certified Lactation Counselor, and mother of two! It is my goal to reach expectant and current mamas who want to breastfeed with knowledge and confidence. Moreover, it is my goal to provide resources to accomplish this in an accessible and affordable way. Getting the breastfeeding education you want and need should not be only for those privileged enough to have a Lactation Consultant at their pediatrician office or the money to pay for a private consult. That’s why I offer a lot of free breastfeeding information on my Instagram page @MadeToMotherLactation, and this is why my e-book “Breastfeeding Foundations” is an instant download on my website (or available on Kindle), and was priced with affordability in mind. I sincerely hope Made to Mother Lactation is a source of encouragement, knowledge, and support for you. What a privilege it is to be trusted by you to walk alongside you in this beautiful stage of motherhood!

Hi everyone! I am Amy with Moving Mama Lactation and Mama truly is at the center of everything we do. I work to empower mothers to achieve their individual breastfeeding goals through personalized lactation care and support. With personal and professional expertise in pumping, back to work support and a passion for lactation education, I look forward to helping you move confidently through your breastfeeding journey and this special phase of motherhood. P.S. I am pumped to help you pump!

Hi, I’m Kayla! I am a nurse, wife, and mother of two. I have nursing experience in labor and delivery, pediatric primary care, and school nursing. I have experience in lactation with NICU babies, tongue ties, bottle refusal, exclusive pumping, poor latch, PPD, and reflux issues. I enjoy helping moms develop a plan to feed their baby based on what works for mom and baby, not based on what a textbook might say. I truly enjoy teaching moms, cheering them on, and celebrating all of their victories and milestones.

I'm an experienced IBCLC who has a passion for finding -and working to resolve- root causes. I love "lactation detective work" for complex cases and I love grounding myself in the biological norm as a blueprint for breastfeeding. I work hard to be inclusive in my practice in every way possible. I have especially deep dived into issues surrounding tongue tie and low milk supply. I have 4 kids who have helped me understand, more than anything, that there is more than one "right" way to parent. I believe in the instincts of the parents I work with and always honor their place as the primary member(s) of the infant feeding team.