Find a Lactation Consultant or IBCLC Near Me in Pennsylvania

Answer a few questions, and get quick responses from certified lactation consultants and IBCLCs near you in Pennsylvania - all in 30 seconds, and it's entirely free!

Save time

No more endless searching online

Save money

Compare your options and pricing

Global movement

Both in-person and virtual support available

How Bornbir works

Bornbir makes finding the right support simple during pregnancy and postpartum.

Get matched

Tell us about your needs to connect with highly-rated doulas, midwives, and lactation consultants near you

Extensive provider network

Begin matching with our network of 8,000+ providers, including doulas, midwives and lactation consultants, and easily message those who fit your needs.

Discover providers near you

Real parent reviews

Gain insight from reviews by fellow parents to make a well-informed decision.

Found 54 Lactation Consultants in Pennsylvania

Mary Carroll

Bellevue, Pennsylvania 16 years of experience

5.0 (97 reviews)

Mary Carroll Popular: among the most-viewed lactation consultants in Pennsylvania, last 60 days

Responds within an hour Accepts insurance

I've been supporting families in the prenatal, birth and postpartum period for over 15 years. I currently work primarily as a lactation consultant, but I'm also a Registered Nurse, Certified Doula- Postpartum and Infant Care and Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator. I do lactation home visits and postpartum doula support in the Pittsburgh area. I specialize in supporting families from diverse backgrounds, including LGBTQIA+ families, international families and families of all configurations and backgrounds. I love learning about languages and cultures as well as helping families learn to understand their babies' language and development. I also support families with sleep questions via Holistic Sleep Coaching methods.

Recent review

Wow, where to even start!! We worked with Lisa as our doula to support us through our first pregnancy & birth of our son. I knew as soon as I got pregnant that I wanted to hire a doula, and after our chat with Lisa, we knew immediately that she was the one. Her depth of knowledge and passion for her career was apparent as soon as we started talking to her. Not only that, but she is incredibly kind and caring - I immediately felt safe and supported by her. Throughout my pregnancy I asked her lots of random questions and she never batted an eye & always provided clear answers and resources. She even said to me “don’t google anything, I’m your Google” and I REALLY appreciated that because I had a tendency to google everything and freak myself out!! But where Lisa really blew us away was during my labor & delivery. I had a hard and long labor that ended in a c section, and I am SO grateful Lisa was there to support my husband and I throughout the process. She helped me get into comfortable positions after my epidural, gave me an incredible massage to help me relax, and kept me & my husband informed about what was going on throughout labor. When I found out I needed to have a c section, she asked my providers all the right questions and comforted me before / during my procedure. She took photos of my husband and I meeting our baby for the first time, and held our baby up to my face for skin to skin when my husband needed to leave the room to move our things to recovery. Having her there to support us through the twists and turns of labor and delivery was TRULY a game changer, especially when things got stressful. She kept us both grounded and calm when we needed it most. I could keep going on and on about how amazing Lisa is, but I’ll finish by saying: hire her !!! she was worth every penny - truly the best investment we made, and I’ll remember her kindness and support forever. If we have another kid, she’ll be one of our first calls. We love Lisa!!! 💗💗💗

- Lily O'Neill

Chrissy Dougan

Erie, Pennsylvania 10 years of experience

5.0 (44 reviews)

Chrissy Dougan

Chrissy is the owner of Northwest PA Doulas, LLC, where she works as a Family Care Coordinator, Labor & Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, and Certified Childbirth Educator. As a childbirth and newborn expert, Chrissy provides around-the-clock support to growing families. She begins during pregnancy, continues into the labor and delivery room, and then joins families in their home during the postpartum period. Chrissy began her career volunteering as an accredited La Leche League Leader, where she has been actively encouraging breastfeeding families in Erie since 2014. She previously served the community as Secretary of the Lake Erie Breastfeeding Coalition where she joined other lactation professionals to shine a positive light on breastfeeding. She offers her enthusiasm and passion for "all things birth and baby" to help families achieve their goals with confidence. Valuing mental health advocacy, she has co-coordinated Erie's annual Climb Out of the Darkness 5k event since 2018. This event raises funds and awareness for Maternal Mental Illnesses including postpartum depression and anxiety. Proceeds from this event have provided postpartum doula services to several local families: compassionate support so parents can heal and bond with their babies without neglecting their own needs. Chrissy enjoys attending conferences and workshops year round to keep up-to-date with the most current, evidence-based information available. She resides in Harborcreek with her loving husband and their two sons where she enjoys hiking, biking, attending concerts, and singing.

Recent review

When I first met with my doula team, I felt an instant connection with Colleen. I felt so supported throughout my pregnancy and Colleen was always responsive, remembering my appointments and asking how they went. It always felt like she enjoyed chatting and keeping up, and she was also pregnant so we could relate! The morning I went into labor, Colleen was the doula on call, and she came around 6 am when my contractions were picking up. She set out some beautiful affirmations for me as I rocked on the ball, and she also suggested some snack ideas so I could get some food in. She remembered my birth plan and that I wanted to get to the hospital with a little bit more time than my last, and calmly used her expertise to notice cues that my labor was progressing and suggested that we head in. She supported me through contractions at the hospital with back pressure, affirmations, and encouragement. It was so helpful to just know someone else was there who knew my plan and desires and supported it all along the way so my husband could focus on my needs in the moment. When it was time for the baby to come, Colleen offered to take photos and let my mom step in and be right up front in the action. I’ll treasure the footage she got forever. I also appreciate that she supported after the birth for a few hours and helped refill my water, take photos, etc. Her follow up after was a bright spot in the postpartum period. Two years later I’ve moved away, and we still check in here and there and keep up with each other. I would absolutely recommend working with Colleen and the entire Northwest PA Doulas team.

- Madeline Barrett

Madhumitha Rajakittu

Lancaster, Pennsylvania 5 years of experience

5.0 (18 reviews)

Madhumitha Rajakittu

I am a certified birth and postpartum doula, certified Childbirth Educator, Certified Lactation educator and Certified Hypnobirthing educator serving Lancaster, York and Harrisburg areas in Pennsylvania. To me, Birth is the most sacred event in nature. And my goal is to empower every birthing person have the birth they desire. I am here to provide emotional, physical and informational support but I am also here to coach the birthing person to see the value and strength they have to do it their intended way. I see it as my utmost privilege to serve the birthing community.

Recent review

We are so thankful to have found Madhu going into my second pregnancy. I was looking for support and encouragement as I prepared mentally for VBAC, and I really felt aligned with how Madhu presented her methods. Leading up to delivery, Madhu instructed me on very specific exercises, movement, stretches, and breath work to optimize my posture and calm my nervous system. We met in-person and practiced these moves together to better prepare my husband and I for labor and delivery. As my due date approached, Madhu kept in touch and maintained such a supportive presence, reminding me that things will happen naturally, and to give my body the time and space it needed for spontaneous labor. I found that her simple and steady communication at this point in my pregnancy had the most value. Her support kept me from doubting myself and allowed me to establish the right mindset. Because I had a C-section with my first pregnancy, I didn’t know what to expect with labor pains or even the onset of spontaneous labor as I was previously induced with pitocin and felt quick intense pain. This time around, my water spontaneously broke (at 40 weeks + 5 days) and contractions started soon after. Madhu met my husband and I at the hospital and immediately went into action by helping me work through positions to manage the discomfort. Keeping an open mind and knowing my experience could still result in another C-section, I really felt comfortable having my support systems in place which ultimately helped my mindset along the way. I truly believe I was able to consequently push through some difficult labor pains. Ultimately I ended up having the birth that I wished for, and I’m so thankful for taking each contraction as a moment to work through! Thank you Madhu!

- Jessica Schmitt

Kristen Hunter

Coatesville, Pennsylvania 10 years of experience

5.0 (10 reviews)

Kristen Hunter

Responds within a day

My name is Kristen. I am an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and pediatric Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with over 10 years of experience in hospitals, NICUs, community programs, early intervention, feeding therapy, WIC, and private practice. I currently spend time working in feeding/nutrition therapy for kiddos birth through 3 years old, then see clients for lactation education & support in home and virtual visits through my private practice, The Lactation Mentor. I have a strong clinical background and practice evidence-based care, but in a way that prioritizes your family’s unique needs. As a dietitian, I have had the absolute privilege of walking alongside families through every possible feeding scenario, and I believe this has shaped how I practice as a lactation consultant. I know and deeply believe that every feeding journey is unique, and there is no wrong way to feed your baby if you are given the tools and information to make informed decisions that work for your family. I have an empathetic and therapeutic counseling style, but I’m also a total goofball with a little touch of sarcasm. I never take life (or myself) too seriously, because life is too short to not be laughing! When we work together, you’ll find me making complex topics easy and fun by giving you relatable examples using a teaching style that meets you where you are. I am a fierce advocate and want you to have all the tools you need to be able to advocate for yourself. I know that, for you to be successful at this, you need to make a plan that works for you. I want to empower you to have the confidence to navigate the ups and downs of lactation even long after we’re done working together. I believe you have the right to make informed decisions in a medical system where the odds are unfortunately often stacked against you meeting your lactation goals. That’s where I come in! You’ve got this, and I’ve got you. Outside of my day to day, I am an avid reader, yogi, and artist, and enjoy exploring new coffee shops and breweries with my husband and our dog, where we live outside of Philadelphia, PA.

Recent review

I cannot recommend Kristen and the Lactation Mentor enough! I struggled so much with my first baby (only made it 4 months breastfeeding - so many clogged ducts/almost mastitis even with 2 local lactation specialists) and was highly recommended by a mom friend to connect with Kristen before I had my baby. Kristen was the BEST resource and investment for our family and I cannot thank her enough. My husband and I truly believe we have a healthier baby/mom/family because she walked with me to prepare for the hardest season of motherhood postpartum. Her program gave me the tools I needed to prepare before my baby came, but her heart was what walked with me every step. She is the most genuine, passionate, human being, and I am truly honored to know her. Preparation brings peace, and Kristen prepared me to the point where I knew what to do. My goal was 6 months breastfeeding. I am now 15 months and counting breastfeeding my little one! She helped me build my confidence as a mom and became the first in my family to breastfeed (I came from a formula only family). I have a healthy baby and am much healtheir mom, and truly think she’s making a huge difference for so many mamas and babies (alongside Taylor - I was so happy they created a program and wish this was a standard for every mom!) Thank you Kristen! ❤️😭

- Sang R.

Megan Weimer

Oxford, Pennsylvania

5.0 (7 reviews)

Megan Weimer

NPI verified Responds within an hour Accepts insurance

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.

Recent review

Megan has been a tremendous help throughout my breastfeeding and pumping journey. She is friendly, down-to-earth, and incredibly knowledgeable, and I felt comfortable with her right away. She has helped me with so many things I simply didn’t know about, including proper flange fitting, getting the most output from my pump, breastfeeding positions, improving my daughter’s latch, and navigating a breastfeeding journey that works best for my family. I really appreciate that her guidance is practical and individualized to what works for us. After every session, I leave with a clear plan and helpful resources. I only wish I had found Megan sooner and scheduled with her before my baby arrived. She has been an incredible resource, and I would highly recommend her to any new or expecting mom!

- Janean Ciancia

Melanie Hutton

Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania 16 years of experience

5.0 (1 review)

Melanie Hutton

NPI verified Accepts insurance

A new baby brings so many questions—even before they arrive. I’m Melanie Hutton, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), founder of Restored Rhythm Lactation, and a mom of three. I combine personal breastfeeding experience with specialized clinical knowledge and more than 15 years of experience in lactation and maternal-child health. I offer practical, compassionate support for a range of feeding needs, including but not limited to preparing to breastfeed, positioning, latch, milk supply concerns, and weaning. Your questions deserve thoughtful, personalized support. Serving the Poconos, PA, and Northern NJ. Parent-Led • Baby-Guided • Clinician-Supported

Recent review

I can’t recommend Melanie enough as a lactation consultant. During my postpartum period, when I felt at my most vulnerable, Melanie helped me regain confidence in myself and my abilities as a mother. She shared her knowledge in a way that was easy to understand, but what stood out to me most was the kindness, compassion, and care she showed me when I didn’t even realize how much I needed it. Melanie took the time to truly listen to every single one of my concerns. She never made me feel judged, dismissed, or as though my worries were insignificant, no matter how small they might have seemed. Looking back, I realize how important it was to have someone who made me feel heard, understood, and supported during such a vulnerable time in my life. It’s clear that Melanie is not only incredibly knowledgeable in her field, but also genuinely passionate about what she does and deeply cares about the families she works with. Her support made a meaningful difference in my postpartum journey, and I’m so grateful to have had her guidance. If you’re looking for breastfeeding support from someone who combines expertise with genuine compassion, I wholeheartedly recommend Melanie. You couldn’t be in better hands.

- Wendy W.

FAQs

What is a lactation consultant?

How can lactation consultants help struggling mamas?

What to do before seeing lactation consultant?

Is it worth seeing a lactation consultant while pregnant?

Can you pay for a lactation consultant with HSA or FSA funds?

Are lactation consultants covered by insurance?

What's the difference between a lactation consultant and a lactation counselor?

How much does it cost to use Bornbir?

Trusted by thousands of parents across the US and Canada

parents seeking support per month
3,000+
IBCLCs ready to support you
1,400+
positive reviews posted by parents
14,000+
birth and postpartum providers
8,000+

What parents are saying...

“I wish I knew about Bornbir sooner, as it's so important to surround yourself with experts who understand during those overwhelming moments and share evidence-based information.”

Kristen P.
San Francisco, CA

“I found my birth doula on Bornbir. After submitting my needs, I was able to connect with several awesome doulas that are within a local distance from me.”

Fiona G.
Austin, TX

“Bornbir is a powerful network. It makes connecting with maternal providers so much easier. It means supporting one another through this parenthood journey, no matter what stage you are in.”

Alice W.
Orlando, FL

Find a Lactation Consultant Near Me in Pennsylvania

Illustration of a parent matched with a provider on care topics like breastfeeding and baby sleep

On the fence, or have questions? Contact Us

We do not sell your data for a profit. We do not share user data with any third party.

Providers by location

Find care providers in Pennsylvania