Lactation Consultants & IBCLCs Near Me in Gwynn Oak, MD

Hi! I am a Certified Professional Midwife, Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Lactation Counselor, and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, specializing in community birth and lactation support. I have an abiding commitment to the field of maternal and infant health and have served expectant and postpartum families for over twenty-five years. I am dedicated to providing respectful, compassionate and individualized care.

Pump with Purpose® is a global lactation and postpartum private practice servicing the postpartum community across the world and was started due to a recognized lack of resources and assistance in lactation for people that want to include pumping in their journey, either exclusively or in addition to nursing or supplementing with donor milk or formula. Dr. Dianna Dixon, DPA, IBCLC, ALC CLC,CBS, PCD(DONA), PMH-C, C.L.C., M.C.L.C. is a Doctor of Public Administration, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Advanced Lactation Consultant, Certified Lactation Counselor, and Certified Breastfeeding Specialist, Postpartum Certified Doula, Perinatal Mental Health Certified, Certified Life Coach, Master Certified Life Coach. We have a sincere interest in helping you to be seen, heard, valued, valued, and validated on your postpartum journey. We want to be an additional resource on your breastfeeding journey to assist with incorporating pumping in a way that works for you and your family as well as assisting in all aspects of your postpartum journey. We have assisted over 3,500 postpartum clients since 2021. To date, we have over 300 pumping products in our inventory list that we can assist you with pumping education during a consult.

Hello! I am an IBCLC and Speech-Language Pathologist located in the Baltimore area. Ive worked in NICUs and well-baby nurseries for the past 20+ years and have loved every second of it. I am now meeting parents and babies in their homes to provide in home lactation and overall feeding help.

Now Accepting Maryland Medicaid! Hi there! I’m Gabriell (Gabby) Garner, a certified birth and postpartum doula, childbirth educator, and pediatric sleep consultant. I’m also the owner of Flourishing Mama Co., a doula practice supporting growing families throughout the Washington, DC and Baltimore metro areas. Our team includes certified birth and postpartum doulas, Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs), certified pediatric sleep consultants, and newborn care experts. Together, we provide personalized support throughout pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and the early months of parenthood. Whether you’re preparing for birth, looking for hands-on postpartum support, navigating feeding, or simply wanting an experienced and reassuring person in your corner, our goal is to help you feel informed, supported, and confident along the way. We offer both in-person and virtual support and are currently accepting Maryland Medicaid, select commercial insurance plans, employer-sponsored benefits, and private-pay clients. We’d love to learn more about your growing family and how we can support you! www.flourishingmamaco.com

Birth coach labor doula 23 years and 646 births ..... still counting. This includes attendance for a C-Sections (90). I attend births in most metropolitan hospitals only in Maryland. Travel expenses over 50 miles are additional and not covered by Medicaid. Please complete on my website "Schedule to Meet Dale" also, send a picture of your "insurance card". Complete these steps your due date will be saved to my calendar. Once I received your information I will call you to introduce myself...and proceed to meet via either Zoom call, FaceTime....possibly in person. I am a doula provider for all "MEDICAID" managed care providers, in Maryland. As of January 1st 2026, BCBS will also be accepting doula coverage via all employer benefits....each plan offers services and verification is a necessity. Visit: www.birthcoachcooladoula.com Please review my testimonials. Please provide a working cellphone number. I have recently partnered with Gabriel Gardner Flourishing Mama Co. agency. If your claim is denied payment for services are expected.

Carolina Pimenta, RN, BSN, IBCLC, is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant with over 16 years of experience in maternal-child health and nursing. She is the Founder of Raiz Materna Lactation and provides in-home and virtual lactation consultations for breastfeeding, pumping, and combination-feeding families. Carolina has worked in leading healthcare organizations including Johns Hopkins Hospital, George Washington University Hospital, Sinai Hospital, and Chase Brexton Health Services. She specializes in prenatal education, newborn feeding support, complex lactation challenges, postpartum care, and family-centered feeding plans. Carolina is fluent in English and Portuguese and also provides support in Spanish. Her mission is to empower families through compassionate, evidence-based care and individualized feeding support.

Tamika Harris believes in every family's right to make an informed decision about their infant feeding choice. She is a board-certified Lactation Consultant and earned a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology. Tamika is a human milk donor and has provided lactation support to families in home, hospital and community settings. As a WIC counselor, she focused on leading peer-to-peer lactation support groups. Tamika is also an instructor for Lactation Education Resources. She was elected to the Executive Committee of the D.C. Breastfeeding Coalition and the Board of Directors for Breastfeeding USA. Tamika has visited congress members on Capitol Hill with the United States Breastfeeding Committee to advocate for policies focused on supporting lactating families and was selected to a special advisory committee for the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners.

Hi! Welcome here. My name is Abbie Bridges, and I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), and mom of 2 with experience in assisting breastfeeding in all stages, from pregnancy to introducing solids to weaning. I graduated in 2021 from the University of Maryland with my Masters in Public Health and have been working ever since to advance community health through education, advocacy, and client support. Prior to opening my practice, I provided lactation care with a local pediatric practice and nonprofit aimed at addressing health disparities and supporting underserved communities. I currently live in Gaithersburg with my husband, 2 daughters, 2 cats, and 4 chickens! When I’m not with clients you can find me outside with my girls, baking a decadent chocolate dessert, or reading. I am very passionate about helping families succeed in an infant feeding relationship that is mutually beneficial, enjoyable, and meaningful for everyone involved. If you would like to learn more about my approach, you can read more here: www.bridgeslactation.com/my-approach. Please feel free to contact me here if you would like to chat for a few minutes before scheduling to see if we are a good fit, or book a visit here: bridgeslactation.as.me.

I am a Registered Nurse and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. I have experience in the hospital post-partum and NICU units, out-patient and home settings and providing prenatal breast feeding education. I am passionate about helping families feel supported, overcome challenges and achieve their individual breast feeding goals.

Bianca Flokstra is the founder and owner of Holistic Infant Feeding and is an experienced International Board Certified Lactation Consultant serving families all over the DC, MD and VA area. Having breastfed her own three children through working full time, international travel, and let's not forget the pandemic, she started Holistic Infant Feeding to provide individualized, non-judgmental care in baby feeding choices.

Hello. My name is Shanaée Walker, proud owner of Rooted in Birth located in the DMV area. I’m a certified birth and postpartum doula with specialized experience supporting twin pregnancies and families welcoming premature infants. I’m also a certified placenta encapsulation specialist and a trained newborn care specialist, offering comprehensive, evidence-based support during pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. As a military spouse and a mom of three, I understand the importance of adaptability, compassion, and strong support systems. My passion is walking alongside families during one of life’s most transformative seasons, providing calm, informed, and nurturing care every step of the way.

Alison Levy is a registered nurse and an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant. Alison has always been fascinated by the everyday miracles of birth, babies and breast milk. She has devoted her 22+ year nursing career to childbearing families and has been a certified lactation consultant – her true calling – for the last 15 years. She finds it incredibly rewarding to make breastfeeding easier and more successful for families. Alison currently practices both in the hospital and home settings.

I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, RN, and Advanced Practice Nurse. With 30+ years of experience in maternal child healthcare, I bring a well-rounded approach to lactation support. My professional journey includes extensive experience as a NICU nurse, where I provided comprehensive care, including assisting breastfeeding mothers. More recently, I've focused on providing skilled lactation support across different stages - from prenatal preparation through postpartum care, in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Hello! My name is Dalaney Young. I am an Internatiomnal Board Cerified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). My goal is to help moms meet their breastfeeding goals whether the goal is for 3 weeks, 3 months or 3 years, breastfeeding is a journey and I am happy to help you tackle any bumps along the way! I believe that parenting is not a cookie cutter one size fits all endeavor, it requires thinking outside of the box and realizing what works best for you. While you may hear and read things that work for some, it may not always work for you and your family. Allow me to help develop a tailored solution for you! As a mother of five I can relate to the ups and downs of breastfeeding and parenting, every baby is unique which makes every dyad relationship different. I look forward to sharing my knowledge and education to make a plan that is right for you! I have a Bachelor's degree in Maternal and Child Health with a focus on Human Milk and Lactation Consulting. Thanks to my education and hands-on clinical experience, I was able to sit for the board exam and become an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). I’ve also served as the Co-Chair of the Virginia Breastfeeding Coalition, which has been a rewarding way to give back to the profession I’m passionate about. In addition to my IBCLC certification, I hold a Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification, along with an infant-specific add-on certification. I’ve also completed an IBCLC Master Class focused on oral habilitation for breastfeeding, which includes in-depth training in tethered oral tissues (TOTs). For over 10 years, I’ve had the privilege of helping thousands of mamas and babies navigate breastfeeding challenges. I truly love working with families to help them feel confident in their feeding choices so they can enjoy every day with their little ones!

Hi, my name is Natalia Cardona, and I am the proud owner of Inner Serenity Doula Care. My passion lies in supporting and empowering women throughout their pregnancy journey. As a dedicated labor and delivery doula, I am committed to providing compassionate care and guidance during one of the most transformative times in a woman's life. Currently, I am furthering my education to become a full-spectrum doula, which will allow me to offer an even broader range of services and support to families. My goal is to create a nurturing and serene environment where every mother feels confident and cared for. Please visit my website to learn more about the services I offer and how I can assist you on your journey to motherhood. I look forward to being a part of your beautiful experience.

Hi!!! My name is Megan Weimer and I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and the founder of Love & Leche Lactation, serving families in southern Chester County, PA and the surrounding tri-state area. I support families through prenatal and postpartum feeding with a calm, practical, and evidence-based approach. With a background in Industrial Engineering, I bring a problem-solving mindset to lactation care, helping parents understand not just what is happening with feeding, but why. As both an IBCLC and a parent of two whom I breastfed, I understand how personal and emotional feeding can be. My goal is to meet families where they are, honor their feeding goals, and provide supportive, judgment-free care that helps parents feel informed and confident.

Hi! I’m Carolyn Hose, IBCLC, and I have over 20 years experience working with new families in both the hospital and private practice settings to help families find breastfeeding/lactation to be the nurturing, enjoyable and abundantly healthy way of feeding and caring for babies. I bring compassion, expert care and lots of wisdom and experience to help families reach their feeding goals in how that works best for them. I believe in bringing personalized care through listening and learning about what works best for a family and use my abundant knowledge and resources to personalize an effective care plan tailored to the needs of the families I serve.

Hi, I'm Corinne Daut. I'm a Family Nurse Practitioner and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. I have a decade of experience helping families with breastfeeding. I worked as a nurse in pediatrics before pursuing a career as a Nurse Practitioner and IBCLC. My own personal experiences breastfeeding my three children led me to want to support other families in meeting their breastfeeding goals and overcoming challenges. My focus as a nurse practitioner is treating infants, children, and women for lactation and beyond.

Welcome! I’m a dedicated doula and mother of 6, I provide compassionate, personalized support for expectant families through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum journey. My goal is to empower you with knowledge, encouragement, and hands-on care so you feel confident, supported, and deeply nurtured every step of the way. Whether this is your first baby or your last, I’m here to help create a birth experience that aligns with your values and brings peace of mind to you and your family. I am a certified doula in PA and I do accept insurance.

We are a team of Perinatal Professionals (Doulas, Childbirth Educators, Yoga Instructors, Mental Health Therapists, Lactation Consultants, Sleep Specialists, Placenta Encapsulation Specialists, etc.) supporting families in great transition that is parenthood. Located in Baltimore, MD, we serve families locally, and around the globe - online! www.wombroom.mom