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Found 79 Lactation Consultants that Accept Meritain Health

Christina Johnson

Madison Heights, Michigan

5.0 (7 reviews)

Christina Johnson

8 years of experience
Accepts insurance

Christina Johnson BSPH, CBD, CPD, CCLS, CLC, IBCLC. I am a mother of two. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Public Health from Wayne State University in 2018. I became a Certified Lactation Counselor in 2018, completed the Clinical and Communication Lactation Specialist training in 2021, and then passed the International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant exam in 2023. I'm certified as a birth and postpartum doula by Lifespan Doulas. Love for my own family and my community has led me to focus on health education, promoting awareness of human lactation, and assisting in extending breastfeeding duration and exclusivity for the families I serve. I am passionate about accessible lactation care and enthusiastic about health and wellness promotion and youth development. My goal is simply to aid others in being healthy and keeping their family healthy. My expertise is in maternal and child health, emphasizing a positive breastfeeding experience and an active family lifestyle. I love to support parents in reaching their breastfeeding goals and guiding them when life circumstances limit their breastfeeding goals. The combination of these values led me to launch Lactation Lighthouse.

Recent review

Christina was amazing! I was feeling so discouraged with my breastfeeding journey after having mastitis a few times and she was able to help me pinpoint what the causes might be. After meeting with her and following her suggestions i have been mastitis free and truly enjoying my breastfeeding journey. Christina is so knowledgeable, personable, and caring. She took her time with me and baby and made sure all my questions/concerns were addressed. I immediately felt comfortable with her and would use her services again! I highly recommend her!!

- Haley R.

Emma O'Brien

Oak View, California

5.0 (3 reviews)

Emma O'Brien

3 years of experience
Accepts insurance

My name is Emma and I am a Registered Nurse and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and mom of two serving Ventura County and located in the Ojai Valley, CA. I am here to walk by your side and support you as you plan for and navigate your infant feeding journey and to help you find what works best for you and your baby. I completed my lactation education through a rigorous training through UC San Diego through the Lactation Pathway 2 educational certificate program. I spent hundreds of hours of clinical training under the guidance of longtime IBCLC’s/lactation consultants at Kaiser Santa Rosa in their pediatric clinic providing hands on care to families with newborns and infants. I can help you navigate and customize plans based on your individual needs and infant feeding goals with issues such as: improving baby’s latch, breastfeeding positions, questions/concerns on infant weight gain or milk transfer, supply issues, nipple or breast pain, clogged ducts or mastitis, combination feeding and supplementation, pumping, back to work plans, introducing solids, night weaning, pregnancy and breastfeeding, tandem feeds, food allergies and breastfeeding, medication use in breastfeeding, or weaning. I have personal experience navigating infant food allergies while breastfeeding as well as navigating caring for a medically complex child. I approach caring for my clients in a respectful, nonjudgmental, holistic, and comprehensive manner. I welcome all families and parenting adults to my practice!

Recent review

As a first-time mom, meeting with Emma was such a wonderful experience. She is incredibly kind, gentle, and understanding. She really takes the time to figure out what both you and your baby need. I felt so supported and comfortable the entire time. She’s very hands-on, responsive, and truly cares. I’m so grateful for her help.

- vanessa juarez

Brianne Taggart

Kaysville, Utah

5.0 (2 reviews)

Brianne Taggart

14 years of experience
Accepts insurance

At Breezy Babies, we believe that feeding your baby should feel empowering, not overwhelming. Our team of International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) brings years of expertise and a deep passion for supporting families through every stage of feeding — from those first newborn days to returning to work and beyond. We provide in-home and telehealth consultations, so you can get personalized, evidence-based guidance right where you feel most comfortable. Whether you’re navigating latching challenges, pumping schedules, milk supply concerns, or simply want reassurance that you’re on the right track, we’re here to help you meet your goals with confidence. We believe in meeting families where they are, offering compassionate, judgment-free care, and equipping you with the tools you need to make informed decisions. Every family’s journey is unique, so we take the time to listen, understand your priorities, and create a plan that works for you and your baby. With Breezy Babies, you get more than expert lactation care — you get a trusted partner in your feeding journey, helping you and your baby thrive.

Recent review

Bri is a phenomenal lactation consultant and leader in the field. I’m grateful to be part of the amazing Breezy Babies team. It’s truly the best one I’ve ever worked with. Our team is made up of dedicated, compassionate professionals who go above and beyond to support families with the highest level of care. We strive to ensure every family feels supported, encouraged, and confident in their feeding journey.

- Holly H.

Sarah Oriolo

Littleton, Colorado

5.0 (2 reviews)

Sarah Oriolo

18 years of experience
Accepts insurance

Like the Juniper tree, resilient, adaptable and evergreen, your feeding journey deserves steady, natural support. At Juniper Lactation, a highly skilled, board-certified lactation specialist is here to help families find confidence and calm through personalized lactation care. Sarah has 17 years of experience as a speech-language pathologist and is certified by the American Speech-Hearing Association, licensed in the state of Colorado and an internationally board-certified lactation specialist with specific training in complex infant feeding and tethered oral tissues. Sarah also experienced a difficult feeding journey as a mother with her own son’s tethered oral tissues.

Recent review

Our daughter was a NICU baby with a complicated history who came home on a feeding tube. I had always planned on breastfeeding her, but once we were home, it felt like the problems kept piling up (oral aversion, thrush, tongue tie, severe reflux, and more), and that goal began to seem out of reach. Despite my own training as an IBCLC, I was anxious and overwhelmed, and my main objective shifted to getting her off the feeding tube by whatever means necessary. We were incredibly fortunate to find Sarah in the thick of it all. She has extensive experience with medically complex infants and with both breast and bottle feeding. She was confident she could help us, and her support never wavered. Step by step, we peeled back the layers of why feeding our baby was so complicated, and we slowly began to make progress. One day, our daughter woke up and began taking full bottles, almost out of the blue. We were overjoyed and in disbelief. What followed felt truly miraculous. About 12 hours after her first full bottle in two months, she breastfed like she had been doing it all her life. From that moment on, she was exclusively breastfed, and we never looked back. When I returned to work a few months later, she had no trouble taking a bottle, and she continues to breastfeed at 16 months old. I truly believe that without Sarah’s expertise, our daughter would have required a long-term feeding tube and breastfeeding would never have been attainable. We will always be grateful for her support during one of the hardest times of our lives.

- Caty R.

Celebrate Birth Lakeland

Lakeland, Florida

5.0 (1 review)

Celebrate Birth Lakeland

31 years of experience
Accepts insurance

Celebrate Birth is an independent midwifery practice with the only birth center in Polk County, FL. Our staff is honored to serve women in pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. We offer women a variety of options for prenatal care, all designed to best meet their needs and preferences while maintaining the health and safety of their baby. Our clients can feel empowered through being an active participant in their pregnancy and childbirth experience. We are so honored to be a part of this beautiful season of a woman’s life! Lactation support at Celebrate Birth is available to everyone in our community, regardless of where they have chosen to receive prenatal care or deliver their baby. We are proud to staff International Board Certified Lactation Consultants who have undergone advanced training in oral function, restrictions, and habilitation of the newborn baby. Our caring IBCLCs are ready to listen, assess, and create a unique feeding plan that best fits both you and your baby’s needs. Whether your goal is to breastfeed for 1 week, 1 month, 1 year, or beyond, you have our support! Please reach out by phone (863-680-2229) or direct email (celebratebirth@live.com) to chat more about your options with our practice. We look forward to getting to know you!

Recent review

I have had three experiences through Celebrate Birth! A birth center, home birth and prenatal only (due to a low lying placenta). They have been truly the most amazing care providers I could have dreamt of! They feel like family and I look forward to every time I get to use them! Knowledgeable, family like, care for everyone and pour into our family. They truly care about you and your growing family.

- Devon K.

Kristin Ramirez

Houston, Texas

Kristin Ramirez

11 years of experience
Accepts insurance

Hey there, I'm Kristin Ramirez, IBCLC RLC, here to support and empower you on your breastfeeding journey. With a sprinkle of warmth, a dash of expertise, and a whole lot of passion, I'm dedicated to helping families in Tomball, Spring, and Cypress thrive. My path to becoming an IBCLC was paved by my own experiences breastfeeding my children. Five years as an IBCLC and three years prior as a CLC have given me a deep understanding of the joys and challenges that come with nurturing little ones. I believe in taking a holistic approach to lactation support, seeing the breastfeeding dyad as more than just the baby. By addressing the physical, emotional, and environmental factors at play, I'm able to provide comprehensive support tailored to your unique needs and preferences. I firmly believe that family members play a vital role in the breastfeeding journey. Where there's support from partners, grandparents, and other family members, successful breastfeeding flourishes. Comfort is key in my book! I'm all about getting cozy during feedings and practicing skin-to-skin contact to enhance communication between you and your little one. It's not just about optimizing latch and effectiveness – it's about strengthening the bond between parent and child. What fuels my fire? It's the incredible feeling of helping families reach their infant feeding goals and supporting them every step of the way. When I'm not in my professional role, you'll likely find me in the kitchen, whipping up delicious meals and experimenting with new recipes – cooking is my happy place! So, if you're ready to embark on a journey of breastfeeding success, I'm here to guide and cheer you on every step of the way. Let's make your breastfeeding goals a reality – together!

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