Lactation Consultants & IBCLCs Near Me in East Lansing, MI

Long before becoming a doula, I understood the importance of supporting mothers because I had experienced motherhood myself. Today, as both a mother and grandmother, I've had the privilege of watching motherhood unfold across generations. Those experiences have given me a deep appreciation for just how significant birth is. Every mother is different. Every baby is different. And every birth story is different. That's why I believe good doula care begins with listening. I was drawn to doula work because I wanted to provide women with the kind of steady, compassionate support that can be so meaningful during labor and birth. My approach is especially centered around comfort care and birth coaching. I help mothers explore different labor positions, movement, relaxation and comfort techniques while also providing the emotional encouragement that can be just as important during labor. I don't believe my role is to take over your birth experience. I'm there to walk beside you. To encourage you when labor becomes difficult. To help you find another position when something isn't working. To remind you of your strength when you're tired. To listen to what you need. And, when desired, to pray with you and bring the comfort of our shared Christian faith into the birth space.

Choosing a doula is about finding someone you feel safe with, supported by, and truly listened to. I believe every family deserves to feel respected, informed, and cared for during pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. My goal is to create a calm, steady presence so parents can focus on welcoming their baby with confidence. I am a DONA Certified birth and postpartum doula, a Lactation Specialist, and VBAC certified. I also have training in techniques such as Spinning Babies, the Miles Circuit, and a variety of labor positions and comfort measures that can help support progress and reduce discomfort during labor. My role during birth is to help create a calm environment, offer practical comfort techniques, and support both the birthing person and their partner so they feel informed and empowered throughout the experience. After birth, my focus shifts to helping families rest, recover, and adjust to life with their new baby. Postpartum support can include newborn care guidance, feeding support, emotional encouragement, and helping parents find their rhythm during those early weeks. Every family is different, and I meet people where they are and support them in the ways that feel most helpful to them. I proudly accept Medicaid as well as private pay so that more families can access doula support during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Supporting families during this time is truly meaningful work to me, and I feel honored to be invited into such an important moment in people’s lives. When I am not working with families, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, traveling, and visiting the beach where I love collecting rocks along the shore.

Hi there! I'm Jill, and I'm an IBCLC and a holistic sleep specialist. I work with families to get to the root of their feeding and/or sleep challenges. I accept several insurance plans and offer sliding scale pricing for out of network clients. Unique from other IBCLCs and sleep consultants, I work with families to help understand & address the root cause of their baby's night wakings without ANY form of separation-based sleep training. My approach centers attachment and is informed by neuroscience & infant brain development, as well as biological feeding norms. Because I specialized training in lactation care, oral function, and nutrition, I have helped hundreds of families identify missed (or dismissed) issues affecting sleep and improve their child's health & well-being for life.

Hey everyone, my name is Liyah Brown I am a certified Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, and Lactation consultant located in Saginaw, Michigan. I am a first time mom so I am learning little by little as well with my potential clients. From the moment you find out you're pregnant to the moment you deliver are very vulnerable times and every woman deserves a beautiful birth to remember. As a doula all I want is to be there for you and treat you with the care you deserve. I became a doula because every woman deserves to be heard and treated with the upmost respect during laboring. Every mother should have a calm and peaceful experience.

Hi! My names Kyran and I am a certified holistic birth doula. My philosophy behind birth is that no birth is going to be perfect, however by preparing your body, gaining knowledge & understanding and creating boundaries (a.k.a birth plan) we can together create a beautiful and positive birth!

Hey there! I'm Katelyn Dabelstein. I provide expert doula and lactation support to expecting mothers and families. I'm a certified doula, lactation counselor, childbirth educator, and fellow mother passionate about empowering families with evidence-based information and compassionate care throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Schedule your FREE 30-minute introductory call today to see if we are a good fit to work together :)

Hello! I’m a certified postpartum doula, trained Newborn Care Specialist, early childhood educator, and mother of two with over 10 years of experience supporting infants, young children, and families. I hold an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education and Art, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. My background includes extensive professional training in infant development, newborn care, safe sleep, breastfeeding, and family-centered support. I believe every family deserves compassionate, individualized, judgment-free care. My services focus on postpartum recovery, newborn care, breastfeeding and pumping support, infant feeding education, gentle newborn sleep guidance, and personalized routines. I have a special passion for supporting single parents, young mothers, families with multiples, NICU families, and those navigating unexpected or difficult birth experiences. My goal is to help parents feel confident, informed, supported, and empowered throughout their postpartum journey.

Hello! I'm a certified birth doula, certified birth photographer, placenta encapsulation specialist, certified lactation counselor, and birth justice advocate serving families in Michigan, including near Flint, metro Detroit, Ann Arbor, Lansing, Saginaw, West Bloomfield, Royal Oak, and more. With over a decade of experience, I look forward to the possibility of supporting your journey!

I am a mother to have 5 children who all have had unique challenges breastfeeding. As a IBCLC my goal is to help you accomplish your breastfeeding goals. I will help address your concerns and develop a sustainable plan to get you to your goal

IBCLC of 6 years working collaboratively with my local community advocates to help mothers with all breastfeeding challenges in a safe loving environment.

Hi I am Maria, and I came to doula work after working in childcare for 8 years. After spending time with parents who had relatively no postpartum care or support, I soon started my training to bridge that gap. I believe that the postpartum period is one of the most crucial stages of pregnancy. Many parents experience feelings of loneliness, confusion, and exhaustion and it is Maria’s top priority to help parents feel their best during your fourth trimester. Maria believes that every family who wants a doula should have one. Promoting a judgement free zone, she happily works with families and individuals of any age, race, & gender. Instilling confidence and nurturing a new family is what makes Maria excited to go to work every day. Maria has been trained as an EMT, birth and postpartum doula, IBCLC.

I am a birth doula, breastfeeding specialist, and childbirth educator who believes women have the right to feel heard and empowered during their birth. I take the time to thoroughly educate women and their partners so that they head to their birth confident and prepared. I take my role as a doula seriously, taking the time to receive training in Spinning Babies, Rebozo Techniques, Grief and Loss, and Trauma-Informed Care. Simultaneously, I seek to feel like a friend to the families I work with, knowing that they are trusting me with one of the most memorable days of their lives! Birth is sacred and you deserve a doula who is experienced, passionate, educated, and caring to walk you through it!

I am a board certified lactation consultant and also a registered nurse. I have been practicing as a lactation consultant for almost 20 years. I have experience in the hospital and clinic settings as well out in the community. I love being with families and assisting during such an incredible event in their lives.

Hello everyone, my name is Brittany Hope and I am a mother of three currently continuing my education in postpartum doula support and lactation. My experiences through motherhood inspired me to pursue doula work because I understand how important support, reassurance, and compassionate care can be during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery. I am passionate about helping families feel heard, informed, emotionally supported, and confident during such an important transition in life. I strive to create a calm, judgment-free space where mothers and families feel comfortable asking questions, receiving support, and adjusting to life with a new baby. In my free time, I enjoy family-centered activities, homeschooling, wellness, creative projects, and continuing to grow within the maternal wellness field.

I am a mother I have breastfed all my babies I have firsthand experience and knowledge in the whole process of adjusting to parenting. I am very resourceful, I have lived in the Grand Rapids area my whole life, so, I am pretty familiar with a lot of things in the city. My Mission as your Postpartum Doula is to help you transition into your role as a new parent. My goal is to make this transition as easy as possible, and to provide you with the necessary resources to ensure your new families, continued health and well-being.