Lactation Consultants & IBCLCs Near Me in Cerritos, CA

I’m a community-based birth worker and maternal health advocate with a deep commitment to supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum journey with care that is informed, calm, and centered on dignity. My work is rooted in both lived experience and years of supporting families through community initiatives focused on maternal wellness and emotional support. I also lead a maternal mental health initiative that brings mothers together in meaningful ways which build connection, healing, and shared knowledge across generations. I am especially passionate about improving birth outcomes and ensuring families feel informed, respected, and supported in every decision they make. My approach to birth is grounded in trust in the body, education, and advocacy which help parents feel safe, seen, and empowered no matter how their birth unfolds. I bring strong skills in emotional support, birth preparation education, and continuity of care, along with experience working in community settings that center Black maternal health and holistic, culturally responsive care. My goal is always to hold space where families feel both protected and empowered as they step into parenthood. Outside of birth work, I bring a warm, down-to-earth energy and love finding joy in the small things, whether that’s roller skating, music that sets the mood, or laughter that makes a hard day feel lighter. I believe joy is part of healing too, and I try to carry that into every space I’m in.

I am an experienced International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and have supported thousands of families in meeting their lactation goals with a judgment free and inclusive approach. I am also certified in Perinatal Mental Health and prioritize your emotional well-being as you navigate the rollercoaster of parenthood.

I am a mother to seven children , I understand every stage of a mama to be , it’s a honor to be a womens doula! You are my Queen before during & after baby’s arrival !

Hello! I am a Postpartum RN and board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC) with a passion for supporting families during the early days of life with a newborn. My over 25 years of experience in maternal-infant care has given me the clinical knowledge to guide parents through recovery from birth, newborn care, and feeding challenges. I provide compassionate and personalized care in the comfort of your own home. My goal is to empower each family with confidence, practical skills, and reassurance so you may feel supported, informed and connected during the adjustment to parenthood. When appropriate, I will collaborate with or contact your pediatrician, OB, or other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care and to support safe, comprehensive care.

I’m Alyssa – a wife, mom of two, crafter, world traveler, lover of animals, and your Parent Coach and Certified Lactation Counselor. My passion is providing families with practical, evidence-based education and support in parenting and breast/chest feeding. I believe everyone should have access to the information that can help them along their journey.

Hi. My name is Linda Goodman, and I am a birth and postpartum doula, California certified massage therapist, and IBCLC Lactation Consultant. I’ve been helping babies and their parents for over 20 years. As a mom of 5, I know firsthand the challenges parenting and breastfeeding often bring. Currently taking Kaiser and Health Net as a doula.

I am a registered nurse with over 12 years of hands-on experience caring for pediatric patients in a range of clinical settings—including the NICU and nursery at Miller Children’s Hospital— I bring both a strong clinical background and a deep passion for nurturing newborns during their earliest stages of life. Beyond my qualifications, I genuinely love supporting families as they navigate the early stages of parenthood. I understand the importance of rest for new parents and take pride in creating a calm, reassuring environment overnight. I aim not only to care for infants with the highest level of professionalism and compassion but also to give parents the peace of mind they deserve.

Hey hey! I'm Dairian — an occupational therapist (OT) since 2013, IBCLC since 2021, and trained postpartum doula. I believe maternal and infant health are intricately linked, and my work reflects that. I specialize in lactation, infant feeding, and infant development, with a focus on concerns like tongue ties and bottle refusal. I also offer hands-on manual therapy, including craniosacral therapy and myofascial release, to support the whole feeding relationship.

Hi! My name is Hannah and I would love to care for you and your family! My main priority is to bring a compassionate and loving peaceful environment into your home, encouraging and empowering you as you go through the changes of growing your family. I have a Bachelors in Science in Nursing which allows me to provide you evidence based care. My goal is to cater to your families needs, caring for you and your family, uplifting you, and being there to answer any of your questions. I have 5 years of professional experience in home care services as well as 15 years of experience working with children in home as well as in a professional classroom. Along with caring for families and their babies, I am a mother as well! I want to be able to collaborate with you so that you can experience the joy of your new baby. I am inclusive of all family dynamics. It would be a joy for me to serve your family and work with you!

Birth Photographer, Doula, Postpartum Doula, Lactation Counselor, Childbirth Educator, and Car Seat Technician with over a decade of experience in Southern California. Supporting families of all types at hospitals, birth centers, and home births.

Hello my name is Terri and I'm a South Bay native looking to help families in their lacation journey. Let's brainstorm and approach the best way to feed your baby.

Hello! I'm Danielle, a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist located in Huntington Beach, California. I have over six years of experience supporting mothers and families through every stage of their feeding journey. With a foundation in Early Childhood Development, I understand the emotional and developmental needs of both babies and parents, which allows me to offer practical, compassionate care tailored to each family. I’ve worked with moms facing everything from first-time nursing challenges to complex feeding plans, and I believe that every parent deserves respectful, evidence-based support without pressure or judgment. My goal is to help you feel confident, supported, and seen—whether you're breastfeeding, pumping, combination feeding, starting solids, or just trying to figure it all out day by day. When I’m not working with families, I enjoy hiking, cooking, working out, paddle boarding, kayaking, and getting lost in a good book!

hi! i was birthed into a mother 9 years ago and had an exceptional experience with a midwife & doula at a birthing center. it changed my life forever. after that, i became super passionate with educating women on their options for prenatal, labor, and postpartum. i created a guidebook for each and took a doula certification course during covid, so it was a weekend course and virtual. i still have my books to this day! i’m from a small town in south carolina where doula wasn’t widely known. i’ve helped friends along the way and am seeking to fulfill my passions in this realm here in orange county! i am a freelance artist as well specializing in many mediums. i’m so excited to meet you and provide all that i have to offer! 👩‍🍼🤰

Camillia Villate is a Board Certified Lactation Consultant with over a decade of experience helping families nourish their babies and feel supported and connected in motherhood. She’s worked at UCLA Hospital’s, community clinics, and in-home services, with extensive experience helping diverse families across a broad range of health conditions and needs. Her warm laid back approach to breastfeeding guidance is to go with the flow (literally) she loves meeting families where they’re at and help them maintain sustainable feeding goals.

Denise Curtis offers compassionate birth and postpartum doula services throughout Los Angeles, plus new-parent education classes in person and online. I provide continuous labor support, evidence-based guidance, and a calming presence for hospital, birth center, and home births. Services include birth doula support, postpartum doula care, childbirth & parent education classes, HypnoBirthing, baby feeding & lactation support, and gentle infant sleep coaching. Whether you're a first-time parent or growing your family, I'm here to help you feel informed, empowered, and supported every step of the way. Contact me to schedule a free consultation.

I am certified by DONA International and have worked with many families using carrot benefits so I’m familiar with the process. Aside from being a birth and postpartum doula I am also a lactation and parent educator. I can provide guidance and help with breastfeeding, pumping, storing milk and if needed supplementing with formula. My approach is to meet each family needs, to offer the education and provide different options and let family decide what works best and go from there. There’s no right or wrong way to do things.

My name is Sarah Tunney, and I am a home birth midwife with 11+ years of professional birth experience, have attended 600+ births, and am now serving LA and OC along the coast. I have a background as an herbalist; most of my midwifery training was done with the Amish in Pennsylvania and in low-resource settings outside of the US (you can find my full bio on my website). I provide midwifery care now matter where you plan to birth — prenatal care, postpartum care, newborn care, lab work, family planning counseling, breastfeeding & lactation support. And I mostly attend home births/water births for my clients including VBACs, I offer support in your home, or you can come to one of my offices (Solana Beach or Costa Mesa). I offer natural induction support and help get babies into an optimal position for birth, and lactation/ breastfeeding support. I offer all of the newborn screenings offered at the hospital (newborn hearing screening, CCHD, newborn screening "heel poke") and all other newborn assessments; I am not able to offer circumcision or vaccinations. i accept Medi-Cal, Health Share Co-ops and most PPO insurance. I offer military/veteran discounts and cash pay prices for those without insurance, with TriCare/CHAMP and HMOs. I offer packages for postpartum care only, comprehensive pregnancy care and home births, and offer individual visits. Reach out if you want to discuss options, pricing, insurance, etc. -Sarah Tunney, LM, CPM, PhD (ABD)

I’m Anneke Valles, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and a La Leche League Leader with over a decade of experience supporting families in their breastfeeding journeys. I hold a bachelor’s degrees in communication and Spanish, graduating summa cum laude from Andrews University with B.A. in Communication and Spanish. I also earned a master’s degree in Secondary Education from Grand Canyon University, also graduating summa cum laude. My passion for lactation support began with the birth of my child in 2014, when I faced my own challenges adjusting to motherhood and breastfeeding. With the support I received during that time and in the years that followed, I successfully breastfed all three of my children—now ages 6, 8, and 11—and have discovered along the way my deep commitment to helping other families navigate similar experiences. Today, I combine my personal journey, professional training, and compassionate approach to provide evidence-based, empathetic lactation support to parents and caregivers. I have additional training in post-partum mental health, low milk supply, and mastitis.

As a lactation consultant at UCLA Health and Providence Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, I provide evidence-based, non-judgmental, and individualized support to mothers and families in the NICU and outpatient settings. I have over 17 years of experience as an IBCLC, certified by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners® (IBLCE®), and a background in women's and child health. My passion is to help parents discover the joy and fulfillment of parenthood through breastfeeding, especially in challenging situations such as prematurity, tongue tie, low milk production, and other complex feeding issues. I collaborate with pediatricians and other specialty providers in the area and participate in performance and quality improvement activities and outcomes projects. I also educate staff and the community on basic and advanced breastfeeding management. I strive to create a culture of empathy, curiosity, and vulnerability that enables us to do our best work.

I am LICENSED POSTPARTUM DOULA / NCS working with all INSURANCES , I’m reliable, caring, mature , patient and trustworthy person Passionate and dedicated postpartum doula who offers support to families as they adjust to the arrival of their new baby. With many years of experience providing compassionate care to families I understand the unique challenges and joys that come with welcoming a new little one into your life. My mission is to ensure that you feel empowered, nurtured, and confident as you navigate the early days and weeks with your newborn. As a postpartum doula, I offer a wide range of services tailored to meet your individual needs