Find a Lactation Consultant Near Me in Akron, OH

I am the owner and Primary Certified Professional Midwife and Doula of N.E.A.R To You Midwifery & Doula Services ltd. I am the mother of 4 and Granmmie to 5 precious grandchildren. I am passionate about providing a holistic approach to your health and well being at all stages of your reproductive cycle. Birth is a normal and natural process. It is vital that we respect the normal physiology of childbirth. Every birthing family deserves evidence based care in a compassionate environment. Your desires and wishes for a joyous and empowering birth experience must be respected. Birth is a life transforming experience. It is an honor and privilege to be welcomed into your lives.

Hello! I'm Kara, owner and certified doula, childbirth educator and postpartum doula behind Smile Doula, LLC. I am a lover of Jesus, my husband, my 4 kids and all things birth! My work in serving and supporting the Akron area as a childbirth professional began over 15 years ago. I have a passion for developing relationships, working through fears, educating, helping families to know their options and supporting the entire team. I love to teach and also host group childbirth education classes and mentor local doulas. I 100% believe being a doula is a calling over my life, and I don’t take for granted the gifts God has allowed and doors He has opened.

Angel is the Owner and Founder of Fruit of the Womb Perinatal Services. She is a Certified Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, Certified Lactation Counselor, and a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator. Angel is very passionate about having healing births when previous births were traumatic and assisting in creating a present pregnancy and birth that a mother can feel good about.

Hi, I'm Emily Drotleff, and I'm a certified labor doula located in New Castle, PA. I am passionate about helping families during pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period. I offer birth doula support, postpartum doula support, and lactation support. I know birth can be such a beautiful, and intimate experience and I'm always honored to be welcomed into someone's birth space. I aim to treat everyone with respect and offer non judgemental support regardless of how or where you choose to give birth. I am an animal lover, gardener, sourdough bread maker, and mom to one. Before following my calling into birthwork I worked as a veterinary technician and also fostered orphaned, neonatal kittens. I look forward to speaking with you!

We are a wife-and-wife doula team in Pittsburgh, PA supporting families since 2014. We offer support during pregnancy (childbirth classes, lactation education), birth (birth doula support), and postpartum (lactation consults, gentle sleep consults, and postpartum doula support). We are committed to running an inclusive, trauma-informed practice. Working with a diverse clientele, we love supporting families along the journey of welcoming a new baby!

I’m a certified Doula, Yoga Instructor, and Lactation Consultant based in Pittsburgh, with experience supporting clients who speak Swahili, Spanish, Portuguese, Pashto, Russian, and Dari. I specialize in using natural comfort measures to help make labor faster, more comfortable, and empowering. I support all types of births—unmedicated, medicated, and C-sections—as well as pregnancy loss as a bereavement doula. As a mother of two, my journey began in 2015 after a traumatic birth experience and the loss of my son. That experience inspired my mission to redefine the birth experience and ensure every mother feels heard, supported, and empowered throughout pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. My role is to uplift you, honor your choices, and provide compassionate, nonjudgmental care every step of the way.

Hello there! Thanks for stopping by. 💕 Let me take a moment to introduce myself! My name is Callie Kraft. I am a Registered Nurse in Postpartum and an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant). I am also mom to an amazing 2.5 year old boy and expecting baby brother this December! 💙💙 My passion for breastfeeding started almost 3 years ago when I began my own breastfeeding journey. Breastfeeding has so many amazing and wonderful and beautiful moments but it also has moments where you just need help and support! I want to be that help and support for you. My purpose here is to help you meet your breastfeeding goals - whatever that may be, however long that may take! I am currently located in the Columbus, OH area for in-home visits but also, I am available for virtual/telehealth consults. Happy breastfeeding!

***MESSAGE ME AT 614-974-2211, NOT VIA BORNBIR *** Meet Kellie, a dedicated speech pathologist and lactation consultant specializing in infant feeding. Passionate about supporting families, she provides expert lactation consulting and feeding therapy tailored to each family's unique needs. With a focus on bottle feeding and refusal, oral motor development, and supporting latching skills, Kellie helps babies feed effectively and comfortably. Using an empathetic approach, she empowers families to nourish their babies with confidence. By combining her deep understanding of infant feeding and speech pathology, she guides families through challenges, ensuring a strong foundation for healthy growth and development.

Hello! I’m Stacy! I’m a RN and Lactation Consultant! I specialize in helping moms and babies who are struggling with breastfeeding and pumping. I’m also an educator and have several Mommy and Me classes on my website! Check it out www.babysbestbeginning.com Would love for you to be a part of my community!

Navigating maternity care can be so daunting! I walk this path with families, helping them find the best personalized experience for them, and helping them make informed, empowered choices along the way.

Hi friend! I am one of the co-founders of The Village Doulas, a group of birth work and child care experts. We aim to create a village around all parents to help them thrive. My background is in Pediatric Nursing and special education, ranging from wellness pediatric care to a specialized ventilator unit, I have seen a lot! I have known for a long time it is my calling and blessing to help others raise their babies. I believe all of my experiences led me to be doing that as a doula today! I can't wait to get to know you!

Hi, I’m Bethany and I would love to be your doula. I honor the cycle of life by walking beside those stepping through its most sacred threshold: birth

🦆 Meet Jessica Y. Parham, BSN-RN, CBD, CPD The Ducking Doula™ | Perinatal Nurse | Nurse Coach | DNP Student ✨ Your birth experience should feel safe, Spirit-led, and unforgettable. I’m Jessica, a retired Air Force OB nurse, certified doula, trauma-informed coach, and founder of Our Place Doula Services—a bold, Kingdom-centered haven for mamas who need more than medical care. I’ve supported women through every phase of pregnancy, loss, labor, and postpartum for over 14 years—and I’m currently earning my Doctor of Nursing Practice degree to take maternal care to the next level. 💛 What I Offer: 💬 Private nurse coaching for emotional healing, birth readiness & postpartum recovery 🤰🏽 Birth & postpartum doula care with a licensed nurse’s touch. Overnight care and sleep assistance 🍼 Lactation support, nutrition coaching, and herbal postpartum care 📞 24/7 triage line for when “I don’t know who to call” hits 🛑 Transformational packages designed to restore your power—not just manage symptoms 🦆 Signature Ducking Doula™ Vibes — every mama I serve gets ducked (Jeep ducked, that is 🐤) 👑 Why Mamas Book Me: Because I’m not just showing up to support your birth—I’m showing up to facilitate change in your life. I believe in helping women heal deeply and walk into motherhood whole, confident, and fully equipped. That means giving you the tools, truth, and transformation you need to one day say: “I don’t need a doula—I became one for myself.” 📍Serving Columbus, OH +, Pittsburgh PA, surrounding areas, and virtual 🌐 doulaservicescolumbus.com 📞 614-687-4755 📩 ourplacedoulaservices@gmail.com 👉 Spots fill FAST. Book your free 15-minute consult and let’s talk about your next chapter.

Hi there Mama! My name is Faith and I’m a labor and delivery nurse and certified doula, passionate about helping women have empowering and informed births. I pride myself on being a knowledgeable, approachable and accessible presence during such a transformative time in a woman’s life. My goal is to empower women, educate them about their options, and help them feel supported every step of the way. I’m exceptional at listening to the specific needs of each family and tailoring my care to meet their unique requests. As a doula, I provide emotional and physical support before, during, and after birth. I’m skilled at creating a calming environment, offering comfort measures like massage and relaxation techniques, and being an advocate for the birthing person’s wishes. I also assist with breastfeeding, guide families through postpartum recovery, and help partners feel confident in their roles. With certifications in NRP, ACLS, BLS, EFM, breastfeeding, and more, I bring both clinical expertise and compassionate care to my work. Whether it’s through antepartum support during high-risk pregnancies, encouragement during labor, or postpartum reassurance, I’m here to ensure the family’s journey is as smooth, personalized, and empowering as possible.

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.

Hi Everyone, my name is Shatara Wilson and I am a Certified Full Circle Doula, and Nanny located in Midtown Detroit, MI. All the facets of bringing forth, and nurturing life from their first breath outside of the womb is an unexplainable joyful experience, and yet I am always eager to learn more. Coming from a background in Clinical Office Assistant, and Home Health Care, I know that one’s birthing journey can be peaceful, calm, very sacred and spiritual when we set the right positive atmosphere tone. Dream Catcher Doulas creates a nonjudgmental atmosphere for every parent in need of inspiration, informational, mental, physical, and emotional support. In my free time, I enjoy spending quality time with my five adult children, three grandchildren, as well as with many family and friends. I love reading, dancing, learning, movies, fishing, cooking, and more.

I am a Birth and Postpartum Doula and I received my training in Ann Arbor Michigan. I love to help young women and their newborns get through the difficult period of after the baby is born. I can help with household chores, baby needs, mom needs.

Hello and hola! I’m Lazarie, a birth doula servicing the Metro Detroit area(but if you’re not in that area still feel free to reach out!) I’m also a student midwife. You have come to the right place if you’re seeking high-quality support and guidance throughout your pregnancy journey! I’m excited to meet you and your precious blessing soon!

As a Certified Labor Doula working in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area since 2020, I offer personalized birthing, lactation, and postpartum support as well as childbirth & postpartum education. My goal is to give you and your family the attention and knowledge you need to make informed decisions about pregnancy, delivery, feeding, and parenting. ​ I am inspired by women's strength and the miracle of birth. This inspiration is why I became a Certified Labor Doula through Maternity Wise and am proud to serve women and families throughout South Western Pennsylvania. I first became interested in becoming a doula in 2017 when I became inspired by a supportive doula I hired for my second and third pregnancies. I was later encouraged to become a doula by a close friend, who then was the first mother I could serve as an educator and doula. ​ I have three little boys of my own, and have had a hospital OBGYN, midwife center, and homebirth experience. I know what it is like to give birth and navigate both within and outside the industrial birth complex. I have personal experience with low-risk and high-risk pregnancies and what it is like to be concerned about the unknowns on the other side of delivery. In addition, I have experienced the benefits and relief of having a doula present to guide me through the portal of birth into the role of motherhood. ​ Every woman deserves to have someone there to guide and assist them in making educated choices about their pregnancy, delivery, and parenting. It is good to have someone to remind them that they can persevere during this time of newness. I'm here to provide evidence-based education, and emotional, physical, and personalized support, along with advocacy for your rights. ​ Mothers and couples who work with me will find I highly value their maintained autonomy, including mother-led labor and delivery. I recognize birth as a non-medical event that occasionally needs medical attention. High-risk pregnancies need significantly more care than healthy pregnancies- but that high-risk model of care should not be used to care for all expectant mothers. In this vein, I acknowledge that women do not need to be empowered to give birth well or ecstatically. Instead, their autonomy, human rights, and dignity must be protected and remain intact. Under these aforementioned parameters, birth will naturally lead toward positive and non-traumatic perspectives of its' outcome. ​ Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, as a Christian, I am confident there is much truth to be ascertained in the metaphor of birth used throughout the Bible.

Hi, my name is Jyssica Honey. I’ve been a certified full-spectrum doula since 2020, and I’m also a lactation counselor, herbalist, and mama of two. I’m deeply passionate about helping women feel supported, seen, and empowered as they move through the sacred journey from pregnancy into motherhood. Whether it’s birth, postpartum, abortion, or loss. I offer care that’s rooted in love, ancestral wisdom, and gentle guidance. My work blends practical support with herbal healing and a whole lot of heart, because I believe every woman deserves to feel held, heard, and honored every step of the way.