Lactation Consultants & IBCLCs Near Me in Holly Springs, NC

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 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!

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.

I am former maternal child NICU hospital RN and experienced home care newborn baby nurse newborn care specialist who retired from hospital neonatal/nursery/ postpartum/maternal child/newborn/pediatric nursing. Current availability Winter & Spring 2026 for newborn overnights. As the sole proprietor of Blissful Baby, LLC. I bring over 35 years of professional newborn & infant care experience into the homes of working parents. I am fully vaccinated TDap, Covid, Flu, BLS CPR certified, Breastfeeding lactation nurse,, preemies & multiples, breast or bottle feeding issues,, sleep training, infant milestones & developmental play experienced. Baby laundry, bottles, tidying up & organizer, caring, loving, kind & energetic. I am available for "welcome home", newborn overnights/daytime baby nurse,, short term or long term. Glowing references available upon request.

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.

Hey, I’m Chelsea from Healthy Latch! I work with parents in Harnett county as well as some parts of Cumberland, Moore, and Wake counties. I believe all feeding journeys are unique and equally important, which means each case deserves dedicated and personalized support. I’d love to help you meet your feeding goals!

I'm an experienced IBCLC who has a passion for finding -and working to resolve- root causes. I love "lactation detective work" for complex cases and I love grounding myself in the biological norm as a blueprint for breastfeeding. I work hard to be inclusive in my practice in every way possible. I have especially deep dived into issues surrounding tongue tie and low milk supply. I have 4 kids who have helped me understand, more than anything, that there is more than one "right" way to parent. I believe in the instincts of the parents I work with and always honor their place as the primary member(s) of the infant feeding team.

Maternal–infant health professional with extensive experience supporting families across the prenatal, perinatal, and postpartum continuum of care. I bring a service-oriented, patient-centered approach grounded in evidence-based lactation care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and culturally responsive support. I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and Interdisciplinary Doula with hands-on experience in inpatient hospital settings, community-based programs, and private practice. My work has included high-acuity inpatient lactation support, home-based maternal–infant care coordination, peer counseling, and program development serving diverse and Medicaid-insured populations. Throughout my career, I have partnered closely with nurses, midwives, physicians, and community organizations to improve breastfeeding outcomes, strengthen continuity of care, and expand access to maternal health resources. I am highly skilled in client education, crisis-sensitive communication, documentation, data tracking, and managing complex caseloads while maintaining compassion and accuracy. In addition to direct care, I have experience in advocacy and systems-level work, including Medicaid reform initiatives, doula workforce development, volunteer training, and curriculum creation. I am comfortable operating in both clinical and non-clinical environments and bring strong organizational, technical, and communication skills to every role. I am currently pursuing my Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN, RN) while continuing to advance my work in maternal–infant health. I am passionate about improving care delivery, strengthening health equity, and supporting families during one of the most critical periods of their lives.

Hi, I’m Rae, and I am a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) and postpartum doula in Durham, NC! I am thrilled to have the opportunity to support you and your family during this transformative time. As your postpartum doula, I am here to offer a listening ear, provide evidence-based information, and assist you with practical tasks. From helping with newborn care and breastfeeding support to assisting with household chores, my aim is to alleviate any stress and ensure that you feel supported and confident in your parenting journey. I believe in the importance of tailoring my services to meet the unique needs and preferences of each family. By working closely with you, I will create a personalized care plan that addresses your specific goals and challenges, fostering an environment of trust, respect, and open communication.

I am a mother of 5 who knew what her calling was upon the birth of my first baby30 years ago. I started out in 1997 as a Birth and Postpartum Doula and later on in my career I was a Traditional Midwife. I am now serving as a Birth Doula, lactation specialist and I also offer Montrice services. Pregnancy and Birth the foundation for the next generation. I believe in the sanctity of pregnancy, birth and the childbearing year as it is one of the most impactful times of a woman’s life.

Hi, I'm Toni! I am a postpartum doula and experienced infant care provider with years of hands-on experience caring for babies and supporting families. I am also the mother of six children and the proud grandmother of a little girl, so nurturing babies has been a meaningful part of both my personal and professional life. I own and operate a licensed 5-star childcare program, where infant care has always been the area I enjoy most.. My approach is calm, nurturing and dependable. I have experience with feeding and bottle preparation, diapering, soothing, safe sleep practices, infant routines and supporting parents as they adjust to life with their baby. I am now expanding my professional focus into newborn and postpartum care throughout the coast, with the goal of specializing in the first months of a baby's life. I am especially interested in providing daytime (weekends only), evening and overnight support that allows parents to rest while knowing their baby is being cared for with patience and attention. I believe every family deserves support during the postpartum period, and I would love to learn more about your family's needs.

Hello! My name is Alexis, and I believe birth is one of life's most sacred transitions. As a Black woman, everything I do is rooted in advocacy, compassion, and a commitment to helping keep mothers and babies safe. I understand the importance of making every birthing person feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout pregnancy, labor, birth, and the postpartum journey. As a healthcare professional, mother of five, and founder of Black Motherhood Collective, I have witnessed how transformative compassionate, informed support can be. My goal is to provide evidence-based education, emotional encouragement, physical comfort, and practical postpartum care while honoring each family's unique values, culture, and birth preferences. I believe every parent deserves to feel seen, listened to, and supported. Whether I'm offering comfort measures during labor, advocating for informed decision-making, supporting breastfeeding and newborn care, or helping create space for rest and recovery, I strive to be a calm, reassuring presence during one of the most important moments in a family's life. It is truly an honor to walk alongside families as they welcome new life into the world. My mission is simple: to help parents feel safe, confident, and empowered while ensuring every mother and every baby receives the compassionate care they deserve.

hello my name is Hena and I am 26 years old. I will be a nurturing presence in the tender days after birth-someone who holds space for your healing, eases your worries, and gently guides you as you find your rhythm as a parent in a holistic manner. with five years of nursing experience, I blend clinical knowledge with heartfelt care, offering not just support, but true relief, reassurance, and understanding when you need it most. My passion is helping you feel seen, confident, and deeply supported every step of the way. I am passionate about nutrition, focusing on whole, high-quality foods and the importance of exercise. I enjoy reading, lifting weights, hiking, skiing and traveling.

Hi, I’m Kayla! I am a nurse, wife, and mother of two. I have nursing experience in labor and delivery, pediatric primary care, and school nursing. I have experience in lactation with NICU babies, tongue ties, bottle refusal, exclusive pumping, poor latch, PPD, and reflux issues. I enjoy helping moms develop a plan to feed their baby based on what works for mom and baby, not based on what a textbook might say. I truly enjoy teaching moms, cheering them on, and celebrating all of their victories and milestones.

Hi my name is Jerilyn Free but I go by “Jeri”. I am from the Triad are and am definitely a unicorn in this field. I am an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) and a Certified Birth Doula. I have been working as a Birth Doula since 2016. I have assisted in vaginal births, c-sections, vbacs, water births, virtual doula work, and have supported families that have dealt with a loss. My experience is wide! Currently, I work in a hospital as a Lactation Consultant. My special touch is assisting families in the early days of learning your baby. Working with teens/young adults. These times are very important. Many times birthing parents may not get that special attention. So as a doula and an LC, I am can be there at the birth and can assisting you with your feeding needs. I am one of the Community Directors for Mahogany Milk as well as the Coordinator and Lead for Mahogany Milk Drops at the YWCA in Greensboro. I am a mother of 3 girls, each who I breastfed. I find myself unique because my Bachelor’s Degree is in Animal Science and a Master’s in Agriculture Education. I would love to be part of your birth story.