How Much Does a Lactation Consultant or IBCLC Cost in Decatur, IL?

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Median package price

$800

Typical range $200–$1,550

Median hourly rate

$45/hr

Typical range $45–$55/hr

Near Decatur Illinois United States
Median package $800 $400 $250
Typical package range $200โ€“$1,550 $200โ€“$1,400 $135โ€“$1,200
Median hourly rate $45/hr $45/hr $50/hr

Based on 72 package prices from 22 providers listed on Bornbir within 150 miles of Decatur, IL. Updated July 2026.

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The cost of a lactation consultant in Decatur, IL can be influenced by several factors:

  • Type of Certification

    International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) typically charge more than Certified Lactation Counselors (CLCs) due to their advanced training and ability to handle complex breastfeeding issues.

  • Visit Type

    In-home visits generally cost more than office visits or virtual consultations. Many consultants in Decatur offer telehealth options at reduced rates.

  • Insurance Coverage

    Whether insurance will cover the cost of a lactation consultant in Decatur, IL, depends on your specific insurance plan. Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), many insurance plans are required to cover breastfeeding support, including consultations with a lactation consultant, without cost-sharing. However, coverage can vary based on your provider network, the consultantโ€™s credentials, and whether the consultant is considered in-network. Itโ€™s best to contact your insurance provider to confirm your coverage details and ensure the lactation consultant you choose is covered under your plan.

  • Number of Sessions

    Some consultants offer package deals for multiple sessions, which can be more cost-effective than paying per visit, especially for ongoing breastfeeding challenges.

  • HSA and FSA Eligibility

    Lactation consulting is an IRS-eligible medical expense, meaning you can use HSA or FSA funds to cover the cost without paying taxes on those dollars.

  • Experience and Specialization

    Consultants with specialized expertise in areas like tongue ties, premature infant feeding, or relactation may charge higher rates.

When looking for a lactation consultant in Decatur, IL, it's a good idea to check with your insurance provider first, as many plans cover lactation services. Interview several consultants to find one who fits your needs and budget, and ask about their specific credentials, experience, and what each session includes.

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Found 41 Lactation Consultants in Decatur, IL

Kayla Lashay

Whitestown, Indiana

5.0 (4 reviews)

Kayla Lashay

Packages from $900 ยท $30/hr

Hello, my name is Kayla, and I am a full-time doula proudly serving families throughout Indiana and surrounding communities. Born and raised in Indianapolis, I am also a mother of four beautiful children who have inspired my passion for birth work and maternal support. My journey to becoming a doula was deeply personal. After experiencing trauma during three of my own births, I realized how important compassionate, informed, and empowering support truly is during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. I chose to turn my pain into purpose by helping other mothers feel seen, heard, educated, and supported throughout their birthing journey. As a doula, my mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, and empowering experience for every family I serve. I believe every mother deserves respectful care, emotional support, and an advocate by her side. Through my work, I strive to transform trauma into healing and blessings by giving back to the community and supporting families during one of lifeโ€™s most meaningful moments.

Recent review

Having kayla as my doula has truly been one of the best decisions during my pregnancy journey. She has been incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, supportive, and caring every single step of the way. During such an emotional and important time in my life, she has made me feel genuinely cared for, heard, and at peace. One thing I appreciate most is how she never tries to overshadow my wants or opinions. She always makes my choices, comfort, and birth preferences the priority while still guiding and educating me with so much patience and compassion. That balance is so important when choosing a doula, and she does it beautifully. Kayla presence alone brings reassurance, comfort, and confidence, and I truly cannot imagine going through this journey without her support. I would recommend her to any expecting mother looking for someone who will advocate for them, support them, and truly care from the heart. ๐Ÿ’•

- Danielle J.

Jacquelyne Livengood

De Soto, Missouri

5.0 (15 reviews)

Jacquelyne Livengood

3 years of experience
Accepts insurance

Hello! Iโ€™m Jacquelyne Livengood, a Certified Birth + Postpartum Doula and a student Midwife, Owner & Founding Doula of Wild Roots Birth Collective Wild Roots Birth Collective is heart-led, deeply rooted in integrity and mama focused, Doula Agency. We offer a wide range of care and support for our clients, with pregnancy, labor, birth and postpartum being our main focus, we offer so much more! Birth Photography and Fresh 48's, to BabyWearing, Lactation and Breastfeeding help, we have our own IBCLC on our team, as well as a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor. I personally have over 7200 of deeply caring postpartum support hours completed in the past 3 years. Many of our families come to us for pregnancy & birth support, and continue on through their postpartum healing, due the deeply rooted, holistic care we provide our families. We'd love for you to check out the reviews left on Google and our website! We come highly recommended.... our past clients can and have testified to just that. ๐Ÿฅฐ If you are considering Birth support or postpartum care, look no further. I have a lot of references, myself and my doulas are professional, trained, upstanding individuals, with background checks. Each person is vetted by myself personally. We offer the very best care for our families. We look forward to serving you. ๐—Ÿ๐—ผ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—ถ๐—ป ๐——๐—ฒ๐—ฆ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ผ, ๐— ๐—ข ~ ๐—ฃ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฑ๐—น๐˜† ๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ฆ๐˜. ๐—Ÿ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ถ๐˜€ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐˜€๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ป๐—ฑ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐˜€, ๐—๐—ฒ๐—ณ๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ผ๐—ป, ๐— ๐—ฎ๐—ฑ๐—ถ๐˜€๐—ผ๐—ป, ๐—ฆ๐˜. ๐—™๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—ถ๐˜€, ๐—™๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ธ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ป, ๐—ช๐—ฎ๐˜€๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด๐˜๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—œ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—–๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ป๐˜๐—ถes.

Recent review

I met Jacquelyne and Sarah when I was 34 weeks pregnant with my son. Even though I was so far along, it felt like I had know them my whole pregnancy. We connected so well and they both made me feel like family. When i tell you they would do anything for their girls, i mean they would do ANYTHING for their girls. Even if it means coming over to massage you several times just because they know your body is aching and they want to help you rest better without you even having to ask them! They are so kind, gentle, honest, and generous with their time. They are so passionate about mommas and babies and it is so evident in every area of their lives. My birth didnโ€™t go as planned, but they both comforted me and made me feel like I could do anything. even in the face of a mountain of fear. I couldnโ€™t have done it without them. I am forever grateful for these beautiful women. I want them to be there for all of my babies!!! Also, RUN DO NOT WALK to having Sarah as your photographer!!! She is AMAZING! Every picture captures so much emotion and her editing is phenomenal!

- Jayden Rodgers

Mariama Bah

Indianapolis, Indiana

Mariama Bah

5 years of experience

Hi! My name is Mariama, thanks for visiting Rahma Maternal Services. As a Doula, I launched Rahma Maternal Services because Iโ€™m passionate and dedicated to supporting families during one of the most transformative experiences of their lives. With specialized training (attained certification from DONA International) and a deep commitment to women, I offer personalized care and support to expectant mothers and their partners as they prepare for birth and beyond. Itโ€™s with pride and joy that I make sure no woman is left behind. I wholeheartedly believe every birthing person deserves a Doula. Additionally: coming from a multicultural background gave me the opportunity to connect and build relationships with people from all walks of life. I speak 4 Languages - French, Arabic, Fulani, and English. I live in Indy with my husband and a Hoosier at heart ( I'm a proud IU-Bloomington Graduate). Finally: I have experience working with VBACk moms, First-time mamas, natural unmedicated birth, medicated birth, and all in between. Letโ€™s work together to create a plan that meets your unique needs for childbirth and beyond. I provide services in Indianapolis and the greater area. Iโ€™m also available to provide services virtually. I would love to hear from you and work with you. See my social media pages for client reviews! :) Message me to book a FREE consultation. I look forward to connecting with you! You can reach me at: 317-804-1523

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