Lactation Consultants that Accept Anthem Blue Cross in Florida

Hi, I’m Mariela a Certified Birth Doula (DONA), Postpartum Doula, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Newborn Care Specialist, and Childbirth Educator with 19 years of experience supporting mothers, babies, and families. Originally from Argentina and based in Miami, I speak English, Spanish, and Portuguese. My experience includes 10 years working in hospital maternity and NICU settings, which allows me to combine professional knowledge with compassionate, personalized care. Being a doula is more than my profession it is truly who I am. I believe every mother deserves to feel heard, respected, supported, and never judged throughout pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum. My role is to provide evidence-based information, emotional and physical support, and practical guidance while honoring each family’s individual preferences. I want every mother I accompany to feel confident in her decisions, connected to her baby, and supported as she discovers her own strength and intuition. My services include: • Birth doula support • Postpartum and overnight care • Newborn care and parental education • Prenatal and childbirth education • Prenatal breastfeeding preparation • In-home and virtual lactation consultations • Comprehensive mother and baby feeding assessments • Personalized feeding plans and follow-up support As an IBCLC, I am especially passionate about helping mothers and babies build a comfortable and nurturing feeding relationship. I support families with latching difficulties, nipple pain, milk supply concerns, pumping, bottle-feeding, combination feeding, and many other breastfeeding and infant-feeding challenges. Every family’s journey is unique, and my care is always respectful, compassionate, and tailored to your individual needs. I would be honored to accompany you during this beautiful and transformative chapter of your life. We can begin with a complimentary phone call to discuss your needs and explore how I can best support your family. 💕

I am a Christian Midwife, Holistic Practitioner, Doula, Lactation Counselor, Christian Childbirth Educator

Celebrate Birth is an independent midwifery practice with the only birth center in Polk County, FL. Our staff is honored to serve women in pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. We offer women a variety of options for prenatal care, all designed to best meet their needs and preferences while maintaining the health and safety of their baby. Our clients can feel empowered through being an active participant in their pregnancy and childbirth experience. We are so honored to be a part of this beautiful season of a woman’s life! Lactation support at Celebrate Birth is available to everyone in our community, regardless of where they have chosen to receive prenatal care or deliver their baby. We are proud to staff International Board Certified Lactation Consultants who have undergone advanced training in oral function, restrictions, and habilitation of the newborn baby. Our caring IBCLCs are ready to listen, assess, and create a unique feeding plan that best fits both you and your baby’s needs. Whether your goal is to breastfeed for 1 week, 1 month, 1 year, or beyond, you have our support! Please reach out by phone (863-680-2229) or direct email (celebratebirth@live.com) to chat more about your options with our practice. We look forward to getting to know you!

NOTE: Please contact us via phone at 954-507-7686 as we do not have access to reply to messages here. Meet the heart behind Mommy's Own Milk, Neena, a passionate Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and Registered Nurse who’s helped countless moms conquer breastfeeding challenges with confidence and care. She offers insurance covered in-home and virtual lactation consultations Whether you’re preparing to breastfeed before your baby arrives or need support with sleep training, she's got you covered with personalized, professional guidance. Plus, when you book your first lactation consultation, you’ll get complimentary access to www.mommysownmilk.com, an online education platform, packed with tailored content to guide you step by step. Whether you're pregnant, a first-time mom, or a seasoned pro, Neena is here to guide you each step of the way. Want to stress less about feeding or sleep training your child? Book your consultation today and get the support you deserve!

Lakewood Ranch Lactation offers in home, in office and in home visits. We support mothers who want to provide breast milk to their babies. We also take many insurances and offer a sliding scale for those without supportive coverage if needed.

Hello, I’m Kindle Miller, BSN, RN, IBCLC, and I’m passionate about supporting newborns, infants, and their families with compassionate, evidence-based care. With a background in NICU nursing, medically complex infants, and years of Maternal-Child Health experience, I understand that every baby and family has unique needs. My goal is to help families feel confident, informed, and supported—especially during the important transition from hospital to home. Specialized Support for Mom & Baby I provide individualized support for a variety of infant and feeding needs, including: Breastfeeding and latching support Pumping and milk expression Bottle-feeding guidance Induced lactation support Feeding plans tailored to your baby’s needs Support for premature and medically complex infants Newborn and infant care education Guidance during the transition from hospital to home Whether you’re establishing breastfeeding, exclusively pumping, combination feeding, bottle-feeding, or exploring another feeding goal, your feeding journey matters. We’ll work together to develop an approach that supports both you and your baby. In-Home & Virtual Consultations I offer in-home and virtual consultations, making personalized support accessible in the comfort of your own home. Various in-network insurance plans are accepted, helping make professional lactation and infant-feeding support more accessible to families. Education & CPR Classes In addition to clinical care, I offer educational classes for parents and families, including CPR education. As a Red Cross Certified Instructor, I’m proud to provide Red Cross-certified CPR training to help families and caregivers feel prepared and confident in an emergency. Let’s Connect Whether you’re preparing to bring your baby home, navigating feeding challenges, caring for a medically complex infant, or simply looking for guidance and reassurance, I’m here to support you. Caring for Mom. Nurturing Baby. Supporting You Both. Let’s connect and make sure you and your baby feel supported every step of the way.

I have always had a passion for caring for, educating, and supporting families. I began my career over 15 years ago as a pediatric nurse working in home health, the children’s hospital, and as a neonatal intensive care nurse. After years of working with moms, babies, and families, I became more and more passionate about breastfeeding and earned my IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant). Since then, I have spent years helping and empowering breastfeeding mothers and I would love to offer you comfortable support and care!

Hi! I’m Amanda DeWeese, and I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). I am also an accredited La Leche League (LLL) Leader and an experienced nursing mother of 5 (all boys!). I hold a BS in Health and Physical Education with a concentration in Health Promotion and a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree with a concentration in Maternal and Child Health, in addition to being Certified in Public Health (CPH). I guess you could say I love helping families and I’m a lifelong learner! I serve the Tampa Bay area as well as online. My own breastfeeding journey began when my oldest son was born as a preemie in 2010. With the right support, my son and I enjoyed a long and healthy breastfeeding relationship. I would be honored to support your family’s breastfeeding journey by empowering you to achieve your breastfeeding goals. I’d love to inspire confidence in your ability to make informed parenting choices and encourage the healthy and happy development of your growing family through evidence-based, clinical lactation support and education! xo, Your Breastfeeding Sidekick

Hi there! I’m Sarah an IBCLC and former NICU RN. I help families learn about breastfeeding, latch their babies and make milk confidently. My goal is for you to feel fully supported on your breastfeeding journey. I look forward to talking with you.

Hi! I'm Amgie Gutierrez, an IBCLC Lactation Consultant based in Florida. I help mothers navigate breastfeeding, weaning, milk storage, and infant sleep with a warm, respectful, and evidence-based approach. I offer virtual and in-person consultations in English and Spanish, and I specialize in: – Pain-free breastfeeding – Gentle weaning plans – Building a home milk bank – Sleep and breastfeeding support – Emotional transitions during motherhood I'm also a mom of three and I deeply understand the real-life challenges mothers face. My goal is to support you with empathy, clarity, and zero judgment. Let’s work together to make your breastfeeding journey feel lighter and more empowered.

**Hi, I'm Daymay De Francisco, BSN, RN, CCRN, IBCLC, C-NPT, CPST** With over 19 years of experience as a NICU nurse and extensive experience as a Neonatal/Pediatric Transport Nurse, I am passionate about helping families feel confident and prepared throughout pregnancy, birth, and the newborn journey. As the founder of **Your Tiny Starts LLC**, I provide evidence-based education and personalized support to expectant and new parents throughout South Florida. My goal is to empower families with the knowledge and skills they need to care for their babies safely and confidently. My services include: 🤱 Lactation Consultations (Prenatal & Postpartum) 🍼 Breastfeeding Education & Support 🚑 Infant CPR & Choking Classes 👶 Newborn Care & Baby Bootcamp Classes 💤 Safe Sleep Education 🚗 Car Seat Safety Education & Installation 📚 Prenatal Education for Expecting Parents As an **International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)** and certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST), I combine professional expertise with compassionate, family-centered care. I have taught hundreds of parents, healthcare professionals, and caregivers, and have been featured on local television educating families on infant CPR and newborn safety. Whether you are preparing for your baby's arrival, navigating breastfeeding challenges, or simply looking for trusted guidance, I am here to support you every step of the way. **Your Tiny Starts LLC** Helping parents feel prepared, confident, and empowered from pregnancy through parenthood.

I love helping families understand their baby better. My aim is to empower moms and parents through the early days, months and years of breastfeeding. I can help breakdown the mystery of lactation as it relates to milk supply, latch, and most problems associated with breastfeeding. I am here to arm you with knowledge, support, and love💜💜

Hi! I am honored to help you navigate through your individual and unique journey. All parents deserve to have the information needed to make an informed decision and the respect to decide what works best for their family. I've worked with thousands of diverse families to help them achieve their personal feeding goals. My experience started in 1997 as a Mother-Baby nurse where I began working with families who were also learning to feed their babies. I knew I wanted to become a lactation consultant after repeatedly watching parents in tears and feeling defeated as they struggled with feeding their infants regardless of their age, education level, or race. I pursued that education and became an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) in 2005. I breastfed my four children, but not without my own hiccups! Even though I had some experience and knowledge, each baby was doing it for the first time, and we had to learn how to do it together!

Hi, I’m Liz Manoah, BSN, RN, IBCLC, a registered nurse and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant based in Central Florida. I’m passionate about supporting families through every stage of infant feeding, whether they are breastfeeding, pumping, bottle feeding, combo feeding, or simply trying to find a plan that feels sustainable for their family. My background includes years of experience in women’s health, mother-baby care, hospital-based lactation, outpatient lactation support, and family education. I love helping parents feel more confident, informed, and supported during what can be one of the most beautiful, overwhelming, and emotional seasons of life. Through The Breastfeeding Cafe, my goal is to create a warm, judgment-free space where families can receive evidence-based lactation care, practical feeding support, and encouragement that meets them exactly where they are. I believe every family deserves compassionate guidance, realistic options, and care that supports both the baby’s needs and the parent’s well-being.