Lactation Consultants & IBCLCs Near Me in Federal Way, WA

Hi, I’m Shannon! I’m a Registered Nurse, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), co-owner of Thrive Lactation & Wellness in Issaquah, and a mom of four. I help families prepare for feeding before birth and navigate breastfeeding, pumping, bottle feeding, and the early weeks with a newborn. Whether you’re experiencing a painful latch, have questions about milk supply or weight gain, or simply want reassurance, I offer practical guidance and a personalized plan that fits your family. I believe families deserve compassionate, ongoing support as their baby grows and feeding needs change. My goal is to help you feel heard, supported, and confident in your choices—whatever your feeding journey looks like. I offer prenatal and postpartum lactation care in the clinic, in your home, and virtually. I’d love to support you and your growing family!

I am a certified Postpartum Doula serving Seattle and the surrounding areas. I have been working with families for many years as an early childhood nanny and as a doula, and have helping many families through the ups and downs of these early days. I truly love working with a family to help them feel more confident and capable about the choices they are making. I bring a nonjudgmental listening ear and helping hand, and want the whole family to feel brighter every time I'm there. I offer a sliding scale for solo parents, LGBTQIA+ families, BIPOC families, and low income folks - please reach out if you need some assistance!

I am Latha Ram, a DONA trained birth doula, ICEA/Lamaze trained childbirth educator. My path into birth work began after my own birth experience opened my eyes to how modern birth can often feel overwhelming, clinical, and isolating. I found myself asking: when did women and families begin walking this journey without the village that once surrounded them? I created Dhatri to help families navigate pregnancy and birth with both evidence-based knowledge and compassionate support. My approach blends research-backed education with calm, grounded support. Some families want deep dives into research, medical evidence, and decision-making tools. Others want reassurance, emotional support, and someone who helps them slow down and reconnect with their intuition. Most families need both. I meet you where you are. My role is not to make decisions for you, but to provide you with evidence-based information, continuous support, and advocacy so you can make the choices that are right for your family. I support all birth choices - hospital, birth center, or home birth; medicated or unmedicated; vaginal or cesarean. What matters most is that you feel informed, supported, and empowered throughout your journey.

Tired, overwhelmed, or just not sure what's "normal"? I'm here to help. I'm Yelena Lushnikova, a lactation consultant and sleep coach with a medical background, supporting families from birth through age 12. I help parents feel confident with feeding, sleep, and development, with a plan built around your child and your family, not a one-size-fits-all method.

Hi, I'm Samantha Avramovic. I'm a Certified Lactation Support Provider (CLSP) credentialed through GOLD Lactation Academy, and I'm passionate about supporting families through one of the most tender and sometimes challenging chapters of their lives. I'm a mom of three rambunctious kids and former nurslings. I know how beautiful and fulfilling nursing can be, and I also know it can be overwhelming to find help that meets you where you are. I come to you — in your home, on your terms. I believe that good lactation support should feel like a knowledgeable friend sitting beside you on the couch, not a trial that adds more stress to an already full plate. I work with all kinds of families. Whether you're a first-time parent anxious to get it right, someone who had a hard time last time and wants more support, or a parent returning to work and trying to figure out pumping — I'm here for you, without judgment, always.

As a compassionate postpartum doula and newborn care specialist I am dedicated to supporting parents during the crucial postpartum period, offering care and guidance as they adjust to life with a new baby. It is my pleasure to provide nurturing, non-judgmental support, help parents learn new skills, and feel confident in their abilities. From complete baby body care to assisting with newborn sleep, feeding, and infant soothing techniques, I offer practical support so you can rest, recover, and recharge. Let me be there for you, ensuring you have the support and space to enjoy your transition into parenthood. Day or nighttime support is available!

Hi, I'm Jenna, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and pediatric occupational therapist supporting families throughout the greater Seattle area. For the past 11 years I've worked with babies and young children as an OT, and that background shapes how I approach feeding. When latching hurts, a baby struggles to stay on the breast, or bottles and pumping feel like a puzzle, I look at the whole picture: your baby's oral motor skills, tone, reflexes, and body position, along with your comfort, supply, and goals. Feeding is a skill your baby is learning and something you're learning together, and small adjustments often make a big difference. I'm also a mom to a little boy, so I know firsthand how tender and overwhelming those early days can be, and how much it helps to have someone in your corner. I offer unhurried home visits and virtual consults where you can ask every question on your mind. Whether you're preparing before birth, navigating the early weeks, returning to work, or figuring out how to combine breast, bottle, and pump, I'm here to help you find a rhythm that works for your family. There's no single right way to feed a baby, and my goal is to help you feel confident in yours. I'd love to support you. Reach out anytime and let's talk about what you need.

I am so thrilled about your pregnancy and upcoming birth! These are the most precious moments of your life and I pray that you get to enjoy and cherish them! I am a mama to four wonderful children and I have been cherishing my motherhood for 13 years now. A DONA Certified Birth Doula, CAPPA Certified Childbirth Educator, a Postpartum Doula, and a birth-worker with over a decade of experience in Labor and Delivery, NICU and ER. I am passionate about empowering women and supporting them every step of the way in their birth journey. Whether you’re planning a natural, out-of-hospital birth or opting for more traditional hospital-based care, I’m here to provide the guidance, education, and support you need. I’m also committed to helping moms pursuing a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) to achieve their birth goals with confidence." I serve families in the greater Seattle Area.

Hi, I’m Christina! I’m a birth doula, educator, and founder of Big Fat Pregnancy. I provide warm, evidence-informed, nonjudgmental support throughout pregnancy and birth. I specialize in supporting people in larger bodies and navigating weight stigma and anti-fat bias in maternity care. My practice is fat-positive, LGBTQ+ affirming, neurodivergent-affirming, and trauma-informed—and you don’t need to identify as fat to work with me. I believe there’s no one “right” way to give birth. My role is to help you understand your options, advocate for what matters to you, and feel respected and supported as your birth unfolds. I’m a certified full-spectrum doula and Washington State Certified Doula serving families throughout the greater Seattle area.

I help parents take the stress out of infant and toddler sleep. As a member of your team I take a truly holistic approach, considering everything from feeding to family preferences, I will work with you to understand your child's behavior.

Ashley brings personal experience and deep compassion to her role, having navigated both the joys and challenges of motherhood with her two daughters. Her background as a medical assistant at the University of Washington, specializing in cardiology, equips her with vital skills like infant and adult CPR, enhancing her ability to support and advocate for her clients. Her journey through motherhood has given her valuable insights into breastfeeding and postpartum mental health. Driven by a genuine love for helping mothers, Ashley offers comprehensive support—mentally, physically, and emotionally—throughout the transition from pregnancy to postpartum. Ashley believes in building meaningful relationships with her clients, ensuring they feel supported long after their immediate needs have been met. 🌟 With her unwavering support, your journey into parenthood will be beautifully guided. Also offers postpartum chef services

As a nurse for 17 years and a lactation consultant (IBCLC) for 6 years, I want to partner with you in your health and breastfeeding journey wherever that will lead you. When you work with me, you work with someone that gets it, has lived it, and understands the stress and demands of motherhood and being a woman. Mental health is the driving force of my practice and it’s in the forefront of my mind as we tackle together the struggles of breastfeeding because at the end of the day, your mental health matters most and fed is best whatever that looks like for you and your family. I’m here to walk you through this journey.