Find a Lactation Consultant Near Me in Erie, PA

Chrissy is the owner of Northwest PA Doulas, LLC, where she works as a Family Care Coordinator, Labor & Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, and Certified Childbirth Educator. As a childbirth and newborn expert, Chrissy provides around-the-clock support to growing families. She begins during pregnancy, continues into the labor and delivery room, and then joins families in their home during the postpartum period. Chrissy began her career volunteering as an accredited La Leche League Leader, where she has been actively encouraging breastfeeding families in Erie since 2014. She previously served the community as Secretary of the Lake Erie Breastfeeding Coalition where she joined other lactation professionals to shine a positive light on breastfeeding. She offers her enthusiasm and passion for "all things birth and baby" to help families achieve their goals with confidence. Valuing mental health advocacy, she has co-coordinated Erie's annual Climb Out of the Darkness 5k event since 2018. This event raises funds and awareness for Maternal Mental Illnesses including postpartum depression and anxiety. Proceeds from this event have provided postpartum doula services to several local families: compassionate support so parents can heal and bond with their babies without neglecting their own needs. Chrissy enjoys attending conferences and workshops year round to keep up-to-date with the most current, evidence-based information available. She resides in Harborcreek with her loving husband and their two sons where she enjoys hiking, biking, attending concerts, and singing.

I am a Certified Professional Midwife based out of Ashtabula County Ohio. I serve clients within an hour (give or take) and do exclusively home visits. I follow the midwives model or care and support physiologic home births. I am a low volume practice to ensure I am able to build strong relationships with clients and their families.

I love God, my family, my pup Boo, everything birth, and empowering families through education because knowledge is power! I love teaching birth doula workshops through DONA and have been a doula for 27 years, a Trainer for 17 years, and a CLC. Join my 3-day workshop from anywhere as I teach mostly virtually through Zoom.us and you'll receive 3 certificates, all of which are the first steps in becoming certified through DONA International. Now is the time to become a doula! Many States are getting on board with Medicaid paying a Doula for their services!

Hi, I’m Courtney, the owner of Simply Nurture Lactation + Support LLC. I’m a Certified Lactation Specialist (CLS) and Certified Educator of Infant Massage (CEIM), and I’m passionate about supporting families through pregnancy, postpartum, and every stage of their feeding journey. I work with families in the Warren, Ohio area and offer both in-home and virtual support, creating a calm, judgment-free space where you can feel heard, supported, and confident in your choices. My focus includes latch and positioning, milk supply, prenatal education, and helping parents build a strong, connected bond with their baby through infant massage. As a mom myself, I truly understand how overwhelming this season can feel at times. My goal is to meet you exactly where you are, offer guidance that feels doable, and support you in a way that aligns with your goals. When I’m not working with families, you can usually find me spending time with my own, camping, fishing, or in my garden—those simple moments are what keep me grounded and inspired in the work I do.

Hi! My name is Lexi, I am a postpartum doula, and soon to be birth doula! (April 2024!!!). I come from a community with very limited resources for pregnancy, birth and postpartum. My goal is to help that. I myself want to be a resource for you, to allow you to have the birth and postpartum journey that you want. I aim to provide families with resources, confidence and peace. I focus mainly on breastfeeding support, nutrition and meal prepping, postpartum prep, and most of all, just being a listening, non judgmental, supportive ear or shoulder. In my spare time I love to spend time with my 3 year old daughter, go for walks and practice yoga. Let’s make your postpartum journey peaceful, cozy, and most importantly let’s make it what you want!

Doula & IBCLC

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!

I am experienced as a Maternal Child Registered Nurse, IBCLC and Certified Professional Life Coach. My area of expertise is helping new moms learn, adjust and succeed in their breastfeeding efforts. My skills come from 25 years working in Maternal/Child, Full Term Nursery and NICU in a hospital., as well as clinic and in-home settings. Contact me at 716-512-3654 or cathylang716@gmail. com to set up your one on one coaching session.

Hi, I’m Amy! I’m a full-spectrum doula based in London, Ontario, a proud mom of three I bring both lived experience and deep compassion to the families I support. I support individuals and families through life’s biggest transitions — my role is to provide steady, nonjudgmental support no matter where you are on that journey. My approach is rooted in advocacy, compassion, and community. I meet you where you are, ensure you feel safe and seen, and walk beside you through the joy, the challenges, and everything in between. I’m here to hold space, uplift you, and make sure you have the support you deserve.

Angie Stenback is a woman deeply inspired by nature, passionate about all she undertakes, and dedicated to inspiring others. She channels this passion into her work at The WOMB™, collaborating with an exceptional team of experts in pregnancy, birth, and the postnatal period. Angie's mission is to cultivate an environment that is healing, loving, and supportive, fostering a shared desire among team members to make a positive impact on families during these pivotal life stages. Angie works with a team that are trained to: - Ease emotional distress - Assist a birthing person to discover their own strengths and coping mechanisms - Ease physical pain and discomfort - Encourage ideal fetal positioning - Encourage smoother, easier and more joyful birth experiences - Reduce the rate of medical interventions - Facilitate communication between birthing person and medical staff - Assist partners in advocating for the birthing person’s wishes and preferences - Teach partners how to support their loved one through the birthing process

My name is Kristen. I am an IBCLC (Lactation Consultant), Certified Pediatric Sleep Specialist & Lactation Educator. I offer in-home breastfeeding and bottle feeding support in Halton, Hamilton, Oakville and surrounding area. I believe feeding is not one size fits all. I help families customize a plan and reach their individual feeding goals. I look forward to supporting you and your little one!

My name is Elizabeth. I am a mom of eight. I am all about empowering and supporting expected moms on and during their birthing journey. My mission is to provide a calm and empowering birth experience. I also aim to remove the fear that most mother’s have about childbirth by ensuring you have the birthing experience that you will cherish.

Hi my name is Symone. I am a birth doula and soon-to-be photographer. I am the face of Cozy Nest Doula Services in Tonawanda New York and I would be honored to work with you.

Certified birth and postpartum doula. certified in lactation support, cpr. I will help you create your ideal birth plan, teach you pregnancy exercises and labor positions. I will prepare you for your baby by teaching you and your partner diaper changing, swaddling, bathing baby wearing and more. Mother of three so I have an understanding and the experience of the whole birthing journey but just recently certified officially as a doula. I had no doula during my births and I know I want to be there for women the way I needed that support during the most beautiful and fulfilling journey. Please contact me for any further information or to chat about how I can be a part of your journey!

Welcome! I’m here to help you feel calm and confident during your birth, avoid birth trauma, and navigate mental health, breastfeeding (IBCLC Candidate) & sleep to ensure those first weeks are as joyful and smooth as possible. With a Health Science degree from the University of Waterloo, I combine evidence-based knowledge with compassionate care. I’ve helped over 100 parents have positive experiences through birth and postpartum, always honoured to be invited back for second births. My services are recognized by insurance providers like SunLife and Carrot (plus HSAs and wellness spending accounts). Let’s connect—I’d love to help you find calm and confidence on your journey!

Hello! My name is De'Ann C. and I'm a certified Postpartum Doula. I have over 2 years of doula experience and have supported dozens of mommy's in their fourth trimester. With over 7 + years of childcare experience, I am dedicated to creating a safe and comforting environment for your baby and you. At The Afterglow Co., we believe in the quiet power of postpartum. Founded with first-time and all time mothers in mind, we provide nurturing support and education in the early weeks after birth. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, under-supported, or just craving someone who gets it, we're here to help you rest, rise, and find your glow again. Through postpartum doula care and gentle guidance, we hold space for your healing, your softness, your strength. In my free time I enjoy reading, traveling, spending time with friends and family, and experiencing new things!

Angel Wauthier is a Perinatal Health & Wellness Professional who helps women prepare for a better birth, a stronger start to breastfeeding, and a healthier pregnancy through holistic education, natural therapies, and compassionate coaching rooted in a naturopathic approach with a focus on preventing and reducing complications naturally. Her expertise includes high-risk low intervention vaginal births, VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean), and neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) support as well as Lactation Support. Angel has supported over 100 families and attended more than 35 births as a birth doula. Her educational background includes a Certificate in Health & Wellness from Arizona State University, a Certificate in Community Health Work from The Ohio State University, and a Certificate in Women’s Entrepreneurship from Cornell University. She is a Certified Lactation Counselor, Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, and Certified Birth Doula. She holds credentials as a Certified Body Ready Method® Pro, Microbirth Approved Provider, Registered Kangaroula, Spinning Babies® Certified Parent Educator, and Certified Community Health Worker. She is BLS and NRP certified, trained in Perinatal Mental Health, and trained as a postpartum doula through DONA International. Currently she is pursuing advanced training as a Midwife Assistant, Craniosacral Therapist, Clinical Herbalist, Clinical Aromatherapist, and Traditional Naturopathic Doctor. Angel Wauthier host the podcast The Birth Rebel Podcast

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.

I am a full-spectrum doula, lactation consultant, herbalist, and sacred birth worker devoted to supporting families through one of life’s most transformative journeys — pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. My work is rooted in both clinical knowledge and ancestral wisdom. With a background in massage therapy, plant-based living for over 20 years, and deep training in herbal care, I provide nurturing, holistic support that honors the body, the spirit, and the entire family unit. I don’t just support births — I hold space for transformation.

Hey everyone! My name is Chantell, and I am a Certifying Birth and Postpartum Doula located in Brampton, ON, Canada. I love all things about bringing new life into the world and the early years! With over 15 years of experience supporting children, youth, and families, my journey into doula work is rooted in a lifelong calling to nurture and uplift others. From babysitting, daycare assistant, children and youth mentorship to foster care, autism therapist and intervention support worker, I’ve always found purpose in creating safe, loving spaces for growth and transformation. As a sister, godmother, and dog mom, I bring a unique, empathetic lens to every family I serve—meeting you right where you are, without judgment or expectation. I’m deeply passionate about helping families feel safe, seen, and supported during the sacred transitions of birth and postpartum. I specialize in nurturing peaceful environments where your voice and choices are honoured. Whether you're preparing for your first birth or growing your family, I offer hands-on support, informed guidance, and a steady, affirming presence every step of the way. My goal is to ensure you feel empowered, confident, and truly cared for—because you deserve a birth and postpartum experience that is peaceful, supported, and everything you desire it to be.