Lactation Consultants & IBCLCs Near Me in Phenix City, AL

Hi there! I'm Destiny, your new favorite birth professional in the Chattahoochee River Valley. The River has thrown nature, herbalism, and community further into the forefront of my work and passions. I have been on a deeper, and more meaningful, journey of holistic care and can't wait to show you what that can look like for you and your family! I am a full-spectrum doula-holding patients & their families in life AND death-and a multi-certified lactation pro. I trained with SisterWeb (a culturally-competent doula organization), StillBirthday (an abortion, death, and loss doula care organization) and The Hospital Friendly Doula alongside Sutter Health in order to show up for my clients on all the paths birth (& death) take us on. I show up as an advocate, friend, and confidant in the spaces I am invited in and take my role extremely serious because your trust and desires take priority! As a lactation consultant, counselor, and specialist I have extensive knowledge in: exclusive chest/breast feeding, pumping, combo feeding, and a myriad of other circumstance-specific feeding methods, including formula feeding. My philosophy is "Fed is best" and I aim to give you the feeding journey of your dreams; whatever that is.

With 22 years of experience in women’s health and over 12 years as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), I have had the privilege of supporting mothers and families through pregnancy, birth, postpartum recovery, and breastfeeding. I would love the opportunity to support you during your postpartum journey and provide personalized guidance, encouragement, and evidence-based breastfeeding support. My goal is to help you feel confident, informed, and supported as you navigate this special season with your baby.

Angela Orenczak is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Registered Lactation Consultant (RLC), Certified Postpartum Doula (CPD), Baby Steps Childbirth Educator (CBE), Retired La Leche League Leader (LLLL), and an experienced nursing mother of 5. Angela is a graduate of The Florida State University with her bachelor's degree in Information Studies. She passed the IBLCE exam and became an IBCLC in 2011. She recertified in 2021! Angela was an avid La Leche League Leader providing support through meetings, phone support and home visits from 2007 until 2021. IBCLC is the highest credential for a health care professional providing clinical lactation care. IBCLCs are certified by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners, Inc. (IBLCE). Angela is certified through Childbirth International as a Certified Postpartum Doula (CPD). She is eager to support families in their early postpartum phases of life - mothering the mother. Angela is so excited to be a part of the Baby Steps Childbirth Education family! She took her Baby Steps Educator Training in September 2016 and offers group and private classes using the awesome Baby Steps Curriculum. It is Angela's goal to help a mother reach her own defined breastfeeding success, be it for a day or many years. Every Ounce Counts!

River Region Lactation serves central Alabama with 4 IBCLC certified lactation consultants with over 20yrs combined experience! We offer prenatal consults, breastfeeding help, guidance on going back to work, starting solids, weaning and anything in between! We offer in-home, office, telehealth, and phone consultations.

Babies have always been my passion! Like Tisha said, I always knew my career would be working with babies. I applied to nursing school knowing I was going to work in OB and that's exactly what I did. After having my first child in 2014 I realized the need for more lactation consultants. I struggled a lot with him and had no one to turn to for answers, so I began doing my own research. I was determined to make this work. And that is how my lactation career started! I started my lactation training not even knowing if I would be able to get a job doing what I had become so passionate about. My family and I made some life changes and everything fell right into place. Tisha and I always casually talked about starting a business but never in my wildest dreams did I think it would actually happen. But here we are! I absolutely love my job and could talk about breastfeeding all day long. I strive to do everything I can to help each mom meet their personal breastfeeding goals. I am very passionate about tongue ties and food allergies in breastfeeding since I personally experienced that with my 2 nursing journeys. Breastfeeding does not come naturally for everyone and it definitely isn't as easy as some think. That's why I have made it my life mission to educate every mom and give them all the tools and support needed to be successful!

Hello my name is Shaniqua (Kay) Powell. I am a Social Worker in the area and I own a brand new faith-aligned Maternal Health Agency. I have a RN Clinical Director that supervises our Maternal Health Specialists (doulas) and they provide several services. We also have postpartum case management services starting at 6 weeks postpartum. Our agency perks include free dietician, fitness and massage therapy services. Join our agency and receive top tier maternal health and wellness services.

At Lactating Essentials, I provide services to help parents with all their breastfeeding and postpartum needs. Breastfeeding is natural, but not always easy. I hope to make this new chapter in your life as easy and stress free as possible. I am an IBCLC, International board-certified lactation consultant. I am very passionate about helping others reach their breastfeeding goals because of the struggles I have faced with my own children. I have two little girls, and ever since I had my first, I became very interested in protecting their health the best I can. I love discussing the benefits of breastfeeding for babies and parents so feel free to ask me anything. I would love to help you with your journey.

As a wife and mother, I have a deep appreciation for the bond that breastfeeding can create between mother and child. As an experienced nurse and lactation consultant, I have seen the many benefits that breastfeeding can provide for both mother and baby. Having breastfed my own daughter and worked with countless mothers over the years, I have developed a deep understanding of the challenges that can arise during the breastfeeding journey and have honed my skills to provide mothers with the support and guidance they need to overcome these challenges. After obtaining my IBCLC, I knew that I wanted to provide personalized and evidence-based support to help moms nourish their babies and find fulfillment in their breastfeeding experience. Whether you are a first-time mother or have breastfed before, I am here to help you achieve your breastfeeding goals with compassion, expertise, and dedication.

Hi, I’m Atalya Rajahn, MPH, IBCLC! I’m a lactation consultant and founder of LGS Perinatal Services in Atlanta, GA. I help families feel supported and confident in their feeding journeys—whether that means navigating latching challenges, building milk supply, or finding a rhythm that works for your unique family. My background in maternal and child health and my own experiences as a mom fuel my passion for providing practical, judgment-free support. I believe every parent deserves to feel nourished, supported, and celebrated in their breastfeeding journey.

Hello, I’m Melissa, Blissful Births's proud owner and founder. As an Afro-Indigenous Traditional Midwife, Women's Health Activist and Holistic Wellness and Spiritual Practitioner. I’m dedicated to providing compassionate and holistic care to mothers and families throughout the profound journeys of birth and end-of-life transitions. With a strong foundation as a maternal educator, breastfeeding and lactation consultant, and birthkeeper, I offer various services designed to support every aspect of maternal care. My approach is deeply rooted in the eight pillars of wellness, ensuring that every client receives physically nurturing and emotionally and spiritually enriching care. At Blissful Births, we provide luxury personalised prenatal, postpartum, and postnatal care and end-of-life support. My commitment is to empower families, helping them navigate these significant life moments with confidence and grace. I’m passionate about educating others, and as a mental health educator, I strive to foster environments where holistic health and well-being are prioritised. My services are tailored to embrace the natural rhythms of life, honouring traditional practices and herbal wisdom, reflecting my love for herbology and organic living. Gardening and growing spiritually in nature are central to my life. These passions inspire my work, where I blend ancient wisdom with modern care techniques, offering a unique and comprehensive approach to maternal and end-of-life services. Through Blissful Births, I aim to help families discover the beauty and strength within themselves, in alignment with the natural world and the divine. We do not accept insurance as a Midwife, but we accept Blue Cross, Blue Shield GA insurance for birthkeeper (Doula) services. We offer payment plans and options.

I have been a Registered Nurse for over 20 years. I've been a teen mom, NICU mom, single mom, working mom, and a married mom. My experience as a mother is helpful as I provide you with support. I have been an IBCLC for 6 years helping hundreds of families meet their breastfeeding goals. In 2018 I was awarded the March of Dimes Nurse of the Year Award for my work with Amerigroup leading their lactation program. I am dedicated to supporting all women but have a special interest in the underserved community. I recently founded a non profit Ready Set Push with the goal of increasing access to quality childbirth education in the community.

Hello! My name is Crystal, and I’m an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. I find joy in cooking, traveling, learning new things, and spending quality time with my family. I believe that compassionate, evidence-based lactation support empowers parents to reach their personal feeding goals—whatever they may be. I’m passionate about educating prenatal families and assisting postpartum clients by assessing feeding challenges, affirming their instincts, and guiding them toward confident, informed choices. My practice is rooted in respect, accessibility, and the belief that every family deserves care that meets them where they are.

My name is Diana, and I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) in the McDonough, GA area. I have a passion for helping families with breastfeeding. I understand that every family has its own dynamics and goals. My approach is to provide personalized guidance that respects and supports your unique parenting vision, ensuring you and your baby's needs are met with care and expertise. I look forward to working together to achieve your feeding goals.

As a Certified Birth Professional and Lactation Consultant Provider, I am privileged to offer my expertise to women and families in the Atlanta, Savannah, and South Carolina regions. My approach to childbirth is holistic, encompassing physical support before, during, and after labor, while also advocating for the birth woman and her family. Outside of my professional endeavors, I cherish spending quality time with my family and indulging in leisurely walks with my fur baby, Diamond.

As a qualified and master-level practitioner in the Birth and Newborn Care Specialist industry, I remain a dedicated student by continually learning in the field and in the classroom. Second, I am passionate about helping and championing the health and welfare of a child by teaching parents how to embrace their greatness through motivational lessons and actionable training. Whether for first-time parents or helping siblings adapt to the new baby, I can easily adapt to most desired styles and wishes facilitating the development of the new family dynamic. And finally, as a Birth and Postpartum Doula with skills across Sleep Training; Lactation Support; and Premature, Multiples, and Special Need Support, I understand that every family can face unique challenges and it is my duty and pleasure to provide specific support and education to these individual situations. I am deeply dedicated to the care and nurturing of infants and newborns. My passion remains rooted with the families I work with and by providing well-rounded, respectful, intentional, and loving care. My greatest reward is seeing my impact on the life of a child by creating nurturing environments where families can grow and thrive.

Hello, my name is Leslie and I am an RN, IBCLC based in the West GA and Atlanta area. I own and operates Mother Nurture Maternity, a private lactation practice where I provides breastfeeding education and support from the prenatal period all the way through weaning! I have supported pregnant and postpartum families for over 12 years in the perinatal space and my passion for birth and lactation began with my own personal experiences, birthing and breastfeeding three children, including twins. I committed to providing accessible, skilled, and compassionate breastfeeding and perinatal services. It is a great honor and privilege to provide customized support as an advocate, facilitator, and clinician in GA and beyond. Both in person and virtual support available and I accept many insurance plans.

Hello! I am a certified Full Spectrum Doula whose work is shaped by lived experience across the full spectrum of life. I have naturally delivered eight babies and breastfed each for 22 months, breast to cup. I care for a family farm, homeschool my last two children, and live a faith-based life rooted in holistic health. I have supported my mother and grandmother during their end-of-life transitions and walked beside my daughter through an unassisted miscarriage at 16 weeks, 4 days. These experiences inform my commitment to gentle, informed, and deeply present care for mothers and families through birth, bereavement, and beyond. In my free time I enjoy furthering my education with classes and online learning. I also enjoy traveling, music, farming, cooking and just being with family.

Ashley Strickland is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and a Marquette Method Teacher for Natural Family Planning located at: Women’s Health Physicians& Surgeons 901 Leighton Ave Suite 103 Anniston, AL 256-405-0161 Since 2015, she has been dedicated to women’s healthcare, providing the highest quality breastfeeding support and education to prenatal and postpartum mothers in Northeast Alabama. As a mother of two, Ashley understands the challenges of breastfeeding firsthand and has experienced the profound joy, connection, and lasting benefits it offers to both mother and child. She is passionate about helping women achieve their feeding goals, experience the ease of successful breastfeeding, and receive the personalized support they need throughout their journey.

Hello, I offer birth, postpartum and lactation doula services. I am DONA trained, and I also possess a Master of Public Health and Psychology. I provide support before, during and after the baby is born. Contact me for further information.

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