Lactation Consultants & IBCLCs Near Me in Lake Elsinore, CA

Birth. Strength. Motherhood. I believe every woman deserves to feel strong, informed, and deeply connected to her body before, during, and after birth. My role is to help her build that foundation so she can move through motherhood with confidence, resilience, and trust in herself.

Registered Nurse, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Board Certified Lactation Consultant. I have worked in the area of mother/baby providing direct nursing care and breastfeeding support for over 25 years. I have been an RN, IBCLC in a busy hospital setting (in patient and out patient) for the last 12 years and have been providing private in-home visits for the last 9 years. To keep my knowledge current, I regularly attend conferences and workshops so I can continue to provide excellent evidence based care. My goal is to help moms and babies overcome problems & avoid common pitfalls to have a great breastfeeding journey. I have helped hundreds, if not thousands, of families achieve breastfeeding success over the span of my career. I can help you achieve your breastfeeding goals!

As a birth doula, I strongly believe that every woman should have the birth she envisions. I am committed to providing you with unconditional support and advocacy throughout this miraculous journey. I support all families in all environments from home births to cesareans thru nurture, empowerment, and education. My goal is to show all women and their families the beauty and ease as you transition to motherhood. I am blessed to help families greet labor with knowledge, trust, and love.

As a postpartum doula, I am part of your village! I am a mom too!I know how overwhelmed I felt at the idea of bringing a newborn home, recovering from birth, and trying to breastfeed. Since the birth of my daughter, I have worked with many families, helping them thrive during the early postpartum period.

I provide tailor made nanny, NCS and doula services. I am also approved by Carrot registry so I could help carrot beneficiary go through Carrot reimbursement. I have been in this business for 13 years. I am a DONA International Certified Postpartum Doula and Certified Birth Doula for 7 years, provided services to different American families. I am also a Certified Lactation Counselor with 13 years experiences, provided services to more than 1000 families, helping them solve their breast and lactation problems, and achieve all kinds of breastfeeding goals. I am also a California Certified massage therapist so I could provide lactation services with massage which could solve problems that counseling won’t achieve. I could also give excellent postpartum recovery massage services, helping postpartum moms heal faster; and infant massage services to help newborns sleep better, relieve gas better and burp better, which could provide in-depth services through my extended services. In a word, I could make both mom and baby live a much better life. If you are interested please call me by 1-626-295-3727

Hello! My name is Dorene. I’m seeking a position as a night nanny or postpartum doula. My background is as a mother/baby/pediatric/lactation consultant and lower acuity NICU nurse for the last 20 years. I’m currently enrolled in a postpartum doula certification program and am very excited to use my education and experience in this new role. Services include: lactation support, light housekeeping, post surgical or vaginal recovery care, meal prep, late night/ overnight baby care, basic newborn care education and assistance with siblings. My goal is to leave your family feeling confident , well rested and on a positive breastfeeding journey while minimizing potential complications. I prefer night shifts but am flexible to your family’s needs. Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to the privilege of helping you grow your family. Dorene Sokolik RN, IBCLC, NRP, BLS

Becoming a doula is deeply personal to me. As a single mom, I understand how important it is to feel supported, heard, and cared for during life's most vulnerable moments. My goal is to provide compassionate, wholehearted care so every mother feels empowered, safe, and never alone throughout her pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journey. In my work as a licensed esthetician, I've spent years helping women feel confident and cared for, and I bring that same calm, nurturing presence to every family I serve. When I'm not supporting clients, you'll find me spending time with my son, practicing yoga, hiking, camping, baking, or volunteering in my church and local community. I believe every family deserves personalized support, encouragement, and someone who truly believes in them from beginning to end.

Hi, I’m Susy, founder of Baby N Doula Care. I’m a certified postpartum doula and lactation educator, with specialized training in newborn care and NICU support. With over 18 years of experience, I provide thoughtful, evidence-based care to help families feel confident, supported, and well-rested during the early weeks at home. My approach is calm, respectful, and tailored to each family’s unique needs, offering both practical guidance and emotional support throughout the postpartum journey.

My name is Julie and I am an RN and a certified lactation consultant (IBCLC). I have been a Labor & Delivery/ postpartum RN for 15 years and I currently work for UCLA medical center. I am able to provide service of prenatal lactation consultation and postpartum breastfeeding support.

Izzy is available for in home or virtual lactation consultations. Many PPO insurance plans cover these consultations. Please see The Lactation Network (TLN) for more information. She is an international board-certified lactation consultant (IBCLC) with extensive training in the area of tongue and lip ties. Always staying current on evidence-based information, Izzy considers herself to be a lifetime student, and is always seeking new educational opportunities. She became a lactation consultant in 2011. Izzy developed a deep love and passion for breastfeeding after having her first child, so she pursued her IBCLC through UC San Diego. Her private practice served the California Central Valley for over 10 years before relocating to the Nashville, TN area in 2021. She enjoys supporting postpartum families in many unique situations. Helping families who are breastfeeding, bottle feeding, and combo feeding, she loves supporting and educating mothers and families during their postpartum journey. Going back to her roots, Izzy is back in California. Now serving Oceanside and the greater north county San Diego area.

I am a mother to seven children , I understand every stage of a mama to be , it’s a honor to be a womens doula! You are my Queen before during & after baby’s arrival !

I believe with every conviction that mothers hold innate wisdom to birth their babies. , I honor your intuition through holistic care and embodied practice—supporting you through pregnancy, birth, and the sacred postpartum transition. As your Sister in Christ, I offer faith-based birth support for those wanting so. We approach your labor as an act of worship—leaning on prayer and rejoicing to reveal God's strength and love for you. I am a community-first birthworker, passionate about making holistic wellness, coaching, and education accessible to women in my community. My work blends embodied childbirth education and hands-on support across pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. As a Birthing From Within–trained mentor, I offer education that goes far beyond information—our work honors the inner journey, emotional landscape, and transformation that birth invites. Alongside this, I provide holistic, nurturing care including herbal remedies, gentle bodywork, mindful movement, breathwork, and food as medicine—supporting the body’s natural physiology while tending to the nervous system and spirit. My Philosophy: Honoring the MotherBaby Dyad I intimately understand and uphold the crucial MotherBaby bond and believe in family-oriented care that follows natural instincts. This belief shapes every facet of my postpartum support and education: Attachment Parenting: I educate and support families in honoring bonding practices such as exclusive breastfeeding, safe bed-sharing/co-sleeping, elimination communication, and babywearing. Holistic Recovery: I offer nourishing, restorative care in the first 40 days, drawing from my training as a Postpartum Practitioner mentored by Pilar Chandler, Doctor of Ayurveda for Women’s Health. Lactation Philosophy: The Power of Human Milk I am deeply committed to the evidence supporting human milk as the optimal standard for infant nutrition. While I support all feeding choices with heart, my philosophy is rooted in the conviction that exclusive breastfeeding provides unparalleled protection and nourishment. This is not just "good"; scientific consensus confirms that breast is best for both maternal and infant health outcomes.

I’m a community-based birth worker and maternal health advocate with a deep commitment to supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum journey with care that is informed, calm, and centered on dignity. My work is rooted in both lived experience and years of supporting families through community initiatives focused on maternal wellness and emotional support. I also lead a maternal mental health initiative that brings mothers together in meaningful ways which build connection, healing, and shared knowledge across generations. I am especially passionate about improving birth outcomes and ensuring families feel informed, respected, and supported in every decision they make. My approach to birth is grounded in trust in the body, education, and advocacy which help parents feel safe, seen, and empowered no matter how their birth unfolds. I bring strong skills in emotional support, birth preparation education, and continuity of care, along with experience working in community settings that center Black maternal health and holistic, culturally responsive care. My goal is always to hold space where families feel both protected and empowered as they step into parenthood. Outside of birth work, I bring a warm, down-to-earth energy and love finding joy in the small things, whether that’s roller skating, music that sets the mood, or laughter that makes a hard day feel lighter. I believe joy is part of healing too, and I try to carry that into every space I’m in.

With years of experience as a midwife and birth professional, I support families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with a holistic, grounded approach that honors both physiology and personal choice. Whether you are planning a home birth, hospital birth, birth center delivery, medicated or unmedicated experience, my role is to help you feel fully prepared — physically, emotionally, and mentally — for the birth you desire. My pregnancy bodywork sessions are designed to support optimal fetal positioning, pelvic balance, and nervous system regulation. When the body is aligned and tension patterns are released, babies can settle into ideal positions and labor often unfolds more smoothly. A regulated nervous system allows you to feel safer, more present, and more empowered — which can significantly impact both birth and postpartum recovery. In addition to hands-on bodywork, I offer comprehensive childbirth education that prepares you for the realities of labor, informed decision-making, partner support, and postpartum recovery. My goal is not to push a specific birth path, but to equip you with knowledge, confidence, and tools so you can navigate your experience feeling supported and in control. I bring both clinical insight and steady presence. I understand the nuances of hospital systems and home birth environments, and I help families advocate for themselves while staying connected to their intuition. Birth is a rite of passage — and preparation matters. When your body is balanced, your nervous system is regulated, and your mind is informed, you enter birth grounded and ready. It is an honor to walk alongside families as they prepare to welcome their babies and step into parenthood with confidence.

As your doula, my role is to support you and your family in the way that best helps you feel calm, confident, and present throughout labor. That might look like hands-on support to help you labor more comfortably at home, guiding your partner in how to do the same, offering gentle coaching as you breathe through contractions, or even quietly capturing photos and keeping loved ones updated. Every birth is unique, and I’m flexible to your goals and desires—even if they shift as labor unfolds. While some people picture doulas as very “woo-woo” or mystical, my style is more grounded and pragmatic. I believe in giving you practical tools, evidence-based guidance, and steady encouragement so you can navigate the challenges of labor with clarity and confidence. I love preparing families by educating them about what to expect and how to respond intentionally, rather than react impulsively in the moment. My professional background is in leadership, mentorship, and professional development, and I bring that same skillset into my doula work—helping you tap into your own strength, stay relaxed, and move through labor as smoothly as your body allows. My ultimate goal is to help you experience the fastest, easiest birth your body is capable of, while holding space for you to feel calm, supported, and fully present in the process.

Hello families! My name is Mariah, and I am a dedicated postpartum doula specializing in supporting families through the beautiful, and sometimes overwhelming transition into life with a new baby. I am also currently working towards becoming a nurse with the end goal of being a Certified Nurse Midwife and Women's Health Nurse Practitioner. My goal is to provide physical, emotional, and informational support that parents and their little ones need during this precious time, helping mothers recover, rest, and bond deeply with their new bundle of joy. My approach is nurturing, nonjudgmental, and rooted in the belief that with the right support, parents can thrive during the postpartum period. Whether it’s helping overnight so you can get restorative sleep, supporting daytime routines, or simply being a calm presence to talk to, I am passionate about making this transition a little easier and a lot more joyful. I look forward to being a part of your journey and supporting you during one of the most special times of your life!

I have extensive experience in trauma informed care. It is my greatest joy to support folks through the sacred portals of pregnancy ,childbirth, and the fourth trimester.

Hello! My name is Sabrina Powers. I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Postpartum Doula, and Certified Educator of Infant Massage (CEIM), as well as a mom of three. I provide compassionate, nonjudgmental support to help you meet your individual feeding goals—whether that includes breastfeeding, pumping, bottle feeding, or a combination. During in-home lactation consultations, I bring a medical-grade infant scale so we can complete a weighted feed when appropriate to assess milk transfer. I can also help with latch and positioning, pumping concerns, flange sizing and fitting, milk supply concerns, paced bottle feeding, and more. As a Certified Educator of Infant Massage, I can also teach parents gentle, parent-led infant massage techniques to support bonding and connection with their baby. Every family and feeding journey is different, and my goal is to help you feel supported, informed, and confident in the choices that work best for you and your baby. Message me to learn more or to see if I can verify your insurance coverage.

Comprehensive prenatal and postpartum consultation services. Home visits, telehealth, and office appointments are available. Latch problems, tongue tie, low milk supply, multiples, back-to-work pumping appointments. Accepts some insurances and can provide superbills.

i am an experienced Nurse and IBCLC for over 20 years. I strive to provide supportive holistic support. I believe in an evidenced based approach and tailor my services to individual specific care. I would love to support you on your journey. Please reach out anytime. Thank you.