Lactation Consultants & IBCLCs Near Me in Florence, SC

Hello everyone, my name is Maria and I’m an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant with over ten years of experience supporting families through every stage of their feeding journey. My approach is rooted in patience, respect, and a no pressure philosophy, because I believe care should feel empowering, never overwhelming. I’ve worked across virtual, bedside, and outpatient settings, and I’ve had the privilege of teaching RNs and MDs about lactation support in hospital environments. I also lead community outreach efforts, including prenatal breastfeeding classes that center warmth, clarity, and cultural sensitivity. Currently, I’m accepting new clients and proudly partnering with Wildflower and The Lactation Network to expand access to compassionate, evidence-based care. Whether it’s your first baby or your fifth, I’m here to support you with calm, judgment-free guidance tailored to your needs.

Hi there! I'm Ashley Garrison, and I've been a lactation consultant for 13 years and an RN for 17 years. I provide in-home and virtual lactation consulting services in Pittsboro, NC and the surrounding areas within the Triangle. I specialize in difficult latches and sucks, low milk supply, exclusive pumping, tongue ties, NICU infants, premature, late preterm, and small for gestational age infants. I have worked in a variety of healthcare settings, such as hospitals and a pediatric clinic. I have a practical approach and customize my families' plans of care based on their needs and goals. I can't wait to meet you where you're at!

Hello Dearest! I am multi-passionate and dual-certified as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and Licensed in Massage and Bodywork Therapy. I have combined my passions to provide holistically integrated care to the parent-baby bond, and ultimately the family unit. My curiosity keeps me learning and I value authenticity which keeps me moving from the heart, providing quality care you deserve. I have a heart for service as an Air Force veteran and I continue to serve my community through my "heart work". I am honored to experience "a journey like no other" courtesy of the four beautiful souls that made me mommy.

Hi everyone! I am Amy with Moving Mama Lactation and Mama truly is at the center of everything we do. I work to empower mothers to achieve their individual breastfeeding goals through personalized lactation care and support. With personal and professional expertise in pumping, back to work support and a passion for lactation education, I look forward to helping you move confidently through your breastfeeding journey and this special phase of motherhood. P.S. I am pumped to help you pump!

Hi! I’m Sara - Physician Assistant, Certified Lactation Counselor, and founder of Made to Mother Lactation PLLC. Our team of IBCLCs offer home, office, and virtual visits for prenatal breastfeeding prep and postpartum breastfeeding supporting including nursing, pumping, bottle feeding, low supply, tongue tie, and more. We accept most insurance including BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Medcost, and Tricare. It would be an honor to support you and your little one! Call/text 910-916-8180 or go online https://www.madetomotherlactation.com/appointments to book an appt

We provide personalized in-home lactation support and education. We also offer telehealth care. Work with Aetna privately and also many other insurance companies through a third-party verifier, The Lactation Network.

Greetings!! It's such a pleasure to support families both locally and globally as a Global Maternal & Infant Health Specialist. As a Naturopath and Learning Midwife, I use my experience to support families with various needs (primarily virtual). I am available to provide virtual Holistic Childbirth Education to families, Maternal Health Education workshops, Newborn education and Perinatal Emotional Support.

Briana Smith is an Certified Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and Placenta Encapsulation Specialist. Her advanced training and certifications include When Survivors Give Birth, Rebozo Use in Labor, Postpartum Belly Binding Professional, Systemic Racism & Implicit Bias in Perinatal Health, and Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness. Briana received her BS in Public Health from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where her passion for maternal and reproductive health sparked. She went on to receive her MPH from East Carolina University. She has experience supporting couples, single parents, advanced maternal age, VBAC/VBA2C, sexual trauma and assault survivors, high and low risk births, cesarean births, and families who have experienced or are expecting a loss. Briana has extensive experience working as a doula and an educator in all of our local area hospitals, birth centers, and in home. She is passionate about providing evidence based, unbiased education and helping her clients to make their own informed decisions. Briana's open, direct, and honest communication style paired with her empathic, compassionate personality allows her to be the best advocate and support for families before, during, and after birth. Briana currently lives in Eastern Wake County (though she'll always be a northerner at heart!) She loves the beach, but also loves snuggling up in a blanket with hot chocolate in a log cabin in the winter time (ah, there's her New Englander side!)

Amanda Linderman is an experienced registered nurse, beginning her career in 2010 working in pediatrics, where her specialty was the Pediatric ICU for 7 years. In 2019, she transitioned to supporting postpartum mothers. Her passion for this field and her personal experience as a new Mother, led her to attain her IBCLC certification in the same year. Amanda's current role involves assisting new mothers during the initial three days post-birth and providing specialized care for NICU infants in the hospital setting.

Hi! My name is Heather Carreon. I am a Registered Nurse and IBCLC. I have over 10 years experience with postpartum mothers and infants. I live in Clayton, NC with my husband 3 children. Although I had knowledge as a lactation consultant and postpartum nurse, my personal breastfeeding experience as a new mother was definitely an educational process. I struggled in various ways with my own infants and sought help from colleagues. My personal journey has given me a new and relatable perspective about the breastfeeding challenges mothers face. Without tailored guidance in the early weeks, breastfeeding can be very frustrating. My aim is to provide you with compassionate support and education to help families reach their breastfeeding goals.

Monica Bentley is a Certified Holistic Doula (2014), DONA-trained Doula (2025), and Certified Birth Assistant dedicated to creating safe, empowered, and culturally-rooted birth experiences. As the founder of Sacred Womb Haven LLC, she blends ancestral wisdom, traditional healing, and evidence-based care to support families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Her mission is to honor the sacredness of birth while advocating for birth justice and autonomy.

Courtney Miller, RN, BSN, IBCLC, is a dedicated lactation consultant and registered nurse passionate about empowering new mothers on their breastfeeding journeys. With years of experience in both hospital and community settings, Courtney has a deep understanding of the challenges that new parents face and is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based support. Her approach is rooted in patience, education, and a personalized touch, helping mothers feel confident and capable as they navigate the nuances of breastfeeding. As a mother herself, Courtney knows firsthand the importance of nurturing not only the baby but also the well-being of the mother, offering holistic guidance that addresses both physical and emotional aspects of breastfeeding. The Better Boob Lactation is Courtney's platform to provide inclusive, comprehensive breastfeeding support for mothers in Raleigh, Rocky Mount, NC, and Louisville, KY. The Better Boob Lactation offers a range of services—including in-home, in-office, and virtual consultations—tailored to each family's unique needs. Whether addressing latching issues, milk supply concerns, or simply offering reassurance, The Better Boob Lactation is built on a foundation of trust, expertise, and a genuine desire to help mothers thrive. By partnering with major insurance networks and offering a flexible range of consultations, The Better Boob Lactation ensures that all mothers have access to high-quality lactation support, empowering them to embrace the breastfeeding journey with confidence.

Hello, Everyone, I’m Netta, founder/CEO of Doula Dynasty. I’m a birth and postpartum doula, certified breastfeeding and childbirth educator, and a veteran homeschool mommy of five. I’ve spent over 30 years supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, bringing both professional expertise and lived experience to every family I serve. I hold a Master’s in Healthcare Information and certifications including CNA, Infant/Child CPR, AED, First Aid, Birth and Postpartum Doula, and Breastfeeding Educator. I’m passionate about creating a holistic, calm, and enjoyable birth experience, tailored to each family’s unique needs. I believe that when the environment is relaxing and supportive, birth can be empowering, memorable, and even joyful. Outside of doula work, I love to meditate, write, read, spend time with my family, and sip green tea. I have a lifelong love of the beach and seafood boils, which keeps me grounded and connected to my roots. Doula Dynasty is about empowerment, connection, and generational impact. I provide compassionate, holistic, evidence-based care in a nurturing environment, honoring your choices and helping families feel confident, seen, and celebrated. My goal is to leave families not only with a positive birth experience but also with a renewed sense of strength, resilience, and joy.

My mission is to provide comprehensive and compassionate support to expectant parents as they embark on their journey from pregnancy to parenthood. I offer a range of services, including birth and postpartum doula support, childbirth classes, placenta encapsulation and lactation consulting, to empower and guide families through the transformative experience of childbirth and early parenthood. I am committed to creating a nurturing and trusting environment, offering continuous emotional, physical, and informational support during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. I believe in the power of personalized care, tailoring my services to meet the unique needs and desires of each family I serve.

Hi there! I’m Jess, a birth and postpartum doula in Raleigh NC and the surrounding areas! I own Oak + Valley Doula Co, and I also work at Wakemed as an education and infant specialist. I’ve been a birthworker for 20 years and truly love connnecting with families and supporting them through pregnancy, birth, and in postpartum. I have two kids, and my outside of work I love travel and volunteering in a local shelter!

I have over 20 years experience helping new families, 13 of that as an IBCLC. I have practiced in multiple settings, and especially enjoy helping families in welcoming multiples after my own experience with twins.

Throughout my 10 years of nursing and 7 years of lactation consulting experience, my work has spanned various U.S. regions, NICU and well-baby units, and included extensive home visits, allowing me to effectively support mothers from diverse backgrounds. ​ ALBA intentionally focuses on fostering equity and understanding across different family backgrounds. We work with community organizations, enabling tailored support and resources to meet the diverse needs of breastfeeding mothers.

Hi! I am Kristin Frohne, a certified birth doula and certified VBAC doula and lactation consultant. I am a wife and a mom to 3 little kids. I decided to get into birth work because after three very different births( c-section, VBAC induction, and VBAC spontaneous labor), I finally got the birth I dreamed of. I want to help moms and partners feel informed and supported through their pregnancy and birth. Birth is beautiful regardless of how any parent chooses or ends up having a baby, I think that it is the most spectacular thing that could ever happen.

I'm an international Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC.) I have over 20 years of experience working with families and their infant feeding needs. I'm fluent in English and Spanish. I do home visits as well as virtual consultations. Continue support, good resources, and up-to-date research are essential to the new parents, or new baby for a seasoned family, so reach out to get all this and more! My specialties are oral structure and function assessments, oral restrictions and rehabilitation, low/over milk supply, breast therapy, back to work, flange fitting, exclusive pumping, bottle refusal/aversion, induced lactation/relactation, feeding twins/multiples, tamden nursing, and weaning.

Latch Makers was created out of love for moms and breastfeeding. We want to walk alongside moms for all stages of breastfeeding to support and empower them to comfortably and confidently feed their babies in whatever method they choose. We believe that all moms should have access to affordable lactation services.