Lactation Consultants & IBCLCs Near Me in Plainfield, NJ

Hi! I’m Jen and I pride myself on my gentle treatment of parents and babies, which is how I came up with my practice name: Jentle Lactation. With nearly 20 years of experience, I offer warm, caring, personalized support for all kinds of feeding concerns — including latch and positioning, milk supply, infant weight gain, sore nipples or breasts, pumping, tongue tie, returning to work, and so much more. I’m a mom of three and faced some significant challenges while breastfeeding my babies, but also learned first hand how rewarding the breastfeeding experience can be. I live on Long Island with my family and our tabby cat, and enjoy podcasts, fantasy novels, and yoga.

Hello! My name is LaToya Southwell born in the beautiful Island of Antigua. I am a wife, a mother of 4 amazing children, a doula, Reiki practitioner, as well as CPR certified (pediatrics), trained in lactation as well as have years of experience with breastfeeding my children and I reside in Nyack, NY. Being a doula is not a job, it is a calling and a blessing to be apart of such a beautiful journey. I am here to support, help where needed as well as educate. I am blessed to be a blessing!

At Voulez-vou a Doula and More , we believe that a healthy family begins with the well-being of both mother and child. Our mission is to support and empower mothers, children, and families through every stage of the journey—from pregnancy to postpartum. With a compassionate, experienced team and a holistic approach to care, we provide personalized services designed to meet your family’s unique needs. Whether you're preparing for birth, navigating early parenthood, or seeking expert guidance along the way, we’re here to ensure you feel supported, informed, and confident at every step.

Hi, my name is Priya, and I am a Holistic Pediatric Sleep Consultant, Ayurvedic Doula, Nutritionist, and the founder of Ashwariya Ayurveda. As a mother of three and a former Wall Street professional, I deeply understand the challenges of balancing a demanding career with the responsibilities of parenthood. While navigating life with a newborn and a young child, I discovered the importance of prioritizing my children’s rest, nourishment, and emotional well-being—while also taking care of myself as a mother. This transformative journey led me to pursue a career as a Holistic Pediatric Sleep Consultant, Ayurvedic Doula, and Nutritionist, enabling me to guide other families in finding harmony during the beautiful yet demanding seasons of parenthood. My Expertise Includes: - Cultivating healthy sleep habits for children. - Supporting mothers in their pre- and postpartum recovery through Ayurvedic techniques, such as lactation support, belly binding, and self-care. - Providing empathetic care during the Sacred Window (the 4th trimester), helping mothers heal and families bond during this special time. - Offering nourishing meal plans to restore energy and balance for the entire family. I am passionate about empowering families to thrive by fostering strong emotional bonds and guiding parents to nurture themselves and their little ones with love and intention. Together, we can transform your parenting journey into one filled with rest, balance, and joy. I am here to support your unique parenting style wholeheartedly, help you realize your vision for your family, and empower moms to achieve their own potential and aspirations. To schedule a complimentary consultation, kindly send an email to : sweetsleepalchemy@gmail.com Certification(s): - Member of American Academy of Drugless Practitioners - Sleep Consultant - Newborn Sleep - Potty Training Consultant - Special Needs - Baby Sign Language Educator

I’ve spent the past five years supporting families as a postpartum doula, walking alongside parents during one of life’s most tender and transformative seasons. As a DONA-certified postpartum doula, I believe it’s essential to care for families with compassion, patience, and understanding, helping them feel supported and confident in their new roles. I’m also an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), guiding parents through feeding challenges while fostering connection and trust with their babies. With a certificate in pre- and postnatal nutrition health coaching and a Master’s in Nutrition from NUNM in Portland, Oregon, I blend personalized nutrition, lactation, and postpartum care to support families in body, mind, and heart. My goal is to create a safe, nurturing space where families feel seen, supported, and empowered through their postpartum journey. When I am not working you can find me traveling, hiking, paddling with friends and on rainy days you can find me curled up with a good book and my favorite tea.

Hello! My name is Mariel. I am an IBCLC with specialized training in oral function and oral tethered tissues (tongue- and lip-ties). As a former dentist, I have a deep knowledge of the mouth, proper sucking skills, and their impact on optimal feeding. As a mother of two breastfed kids, I have personal experience with the ups and downs of bringing up babies to their full potential. I offer my experience and expertise to new parents. I am here to support your feeding goals with flexibility and compassion.

Hello, my name is Joy. I always wanted to be a nurse and lactation consultant because that’s what my mom did. Being 1 of thirteen children I watched my mom breastfeed and help breastfeeding mothers. I am very passionate about breast feeding/breastmilk feeding. I have been a NICU nurse for 26 years and a lactation consultant for 20 years. I work both in the hospital and well as private practice.

As a Registered Nurse and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) with experience as both a hospital based and private practice IBCLC, I’ve helped a countless number of moms reach their infant feeding goals! From the first few days after birth, to home visits with weighted feeds, pumping / bottle feeding support, weaning and more, I promise to provide you with the best care possible — Whatever your individual breastfeeding goals may be! For client testimonials check out my Google reviews!

Julie was born and raised on Long Island and has always loved children which lead her to becoming a performer at Disney World while she was in high school. She later became a stunt woman in film and television until she met her wife and settled back on the Island to start their family. After having their son she realized that life had a new plan in store. She was so inspired by her doula that she trained with the Long Island Doula Association while pregnant with her daughter. She believes that having a birth doula can look different for each family to support their unique journey and so excited to be a birth doula, and can’t wait to be by your side.

Hi there, my name is Jennifer and I am a birth and postpartum doula located in Bethlehem Pennsylvania. Having three children of my own, I have been passionate about supporting parents along all facets of the journey. It has been a great honor to walk alongside families in one of the most vulnerable times of their lives. I lend years of professional and personal knowledge to my work. In my free time, I love being in the outdoors, I can most of our own food and love getting into nature with my kids.

Hello my name is Katie Freedman and I am an IBCLC. I provide in home lactation or telehealth support in Bucks and Montgomery County. I am in network with most major insurance companies.

Stephanie Cleary is passionate about helping families. She is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) providing virtual and home visits to families in Greenwich, CT , parts of Fairfield County CT and Westchester County NY. She finds great joy in providing breastfeeding support to mothers and their babies.

I'm Nicole, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) with a special focus on oral restrictions. Inspired by the special bond I formed with my daughter during our breastfeeding journey, I am passionate about helping other mothers navigate their own breastfeeding experiences. I've undertaken 95 hours of intensive lactation education through LER, complemented by 500 mentoring hours at a prominent lactation center. This rigorous training equips me to provide evidence-based care and informed choices tailored to your specific needs. My philosophy is simple yet powerful: I offer unwavering support, free from judgment, no matter your chosen feeding method. Whether you choose to breastfeed, pump, or opt for formula, your choices are respected and celebrated. Away from my practice, I'm a Disney enthusiast, finding magic in every adventure. As a self-professed homebody, there's nothing I love more than getting into my comfiest pajamas and indulging in a good TV show. And of course, I'm a proud mom to a beautiful daughter and two adorable pugs, each adding their own touch of joy and chaos to my life. At Rooted Maternal Wellness, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized care to each family. Whether you're dealing with oral restrictions, latch issues, or any other breastfeeding concerns, I am here to support and empower you throughout your breastfeeding journey. Thank you for considering me to be a part of your unique journey. I'm here to offer the support and guidance you deserve.

I’m an RN and IBCLC who believes mothers deserve better information, better support, and better outcomes. My work centers on helping women understand their bodies—especially during pregnancy, postpartum, and breastfeeding—so they can make confident, informed decisions about their health and their babies. I specialize in complex feeding challenges like painful latch, low milk supply, and tongue tie, but my approach goes beyond fixing symptoms. I focus on the physiology, the family system, and the lived experience of motherhood so that care is practical, compassionate, and deeply individualized. Through my lactation practice, education for healthcare providers, and hormone-focused coaching, I help families move from confusion and overwhelm to clarity and confidence. My philosophy is simple: when mothers are given accurate education, skilled support, and respect for their intuition, they become powerful advocates for themselves and their children. My goal is not just to solve problems in the moment—but to equip women with knowledge that serves them for a lifetime. My work exists at the intersection of postpartum, lactation and hormone wellness - I have specialized training in complex feeding challenges including low milk supply, tongue/lip tie assessment and management, and hormone imbalances.

Erica Brown is a Perinatology nurse and now FNP-C who worked in the delivery room for over 20 years, with foundations in maternity, infant and child care. She is certified by the National Nurses Corporation (NCC) in Maternal Newborn Care, and electronic fetal monitoring. She is also an IBCLC, board certified lactation consultant, and a certified childbirth educator. Erica worked closely with the World Health Organization in support of the Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative which protects, supports and promotes breastfeeding worldwide. Most importantly, she is the mother of three young people who wants to share what she has learned both professionally and personally in hopes of empowering you to have the birth and postpartum experience you have imagined. Erica is passionate about helping people make informed decisions for themselves in the healthcare setting and helping people get the quality care they deserve. This is one of the most memorable experiences you will ever have, and she wants to empower you to have the healthiest, safe, and most beautiful experience bringing your baby home.

Hi, my name is Taheerah Cooley. I am a Registered Nurse, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant,  and Newborn Care Specialist. I have had a love and passion for babies since I was young. My passion has led me to launch Love, Latch and Little Ones, LLC, a breastfeeding and newborn care private practice. I am currently only offering in-home breastfeeding and lactation services. My vision and purpose for Love, Latch and Little Ones, LLC is to provide education, support and advocacy for new parents throughout their breastfeeding journey. ​ ​

From the start of my career as a Physician Assistant, I was drawn to pediatrics and the mother-baby dyad. My PA journey kicked off on the pediatric ward at Jamaica Hospital in Queens, NY, where I was completely captivated by caring for children and families. Then, life brought me to Central NJ, where I had the opportunity to work in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, caring for some of the tiniest, most vulnerable patients. I became a board-certified lactation consultant and was thrilled to offer lactation consultations and make a real difference for new parents and babies. Bringing together my neonatal and pediatric medical experience with lactation and breastfeeding medicine has been incredibly rewarding! I’m proud to be board-certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners. But I didn’t stop there—I went on to get a Master's in Healthcare Administration from the University of Maryland, and I’ve continued to push myself to learn and grow in every way possible. I’ve trained in advanced bodywork techniques, including craniosacral therapy (CST) through the Upledger Institute and the Barnes Myofascial Release method. I’ve also attended the Oral Habilitation of the Breastfeeding Dyad course three times! Continuing education is a constant for me because I believe there’s always more to learn when it comes to helping families. I have 2 locations, in Edison and Brick, NJ and have focused on creating a collaborative practice which includes other specialists as well. Whether it’s kayaking, biking, or tending to our organic and medicinal garden, my family and I like finding new ways to stay active and connected with nature.

I'm a warm, supportive lactation consultant helping new families navigate feeding challenges with their new babies. Breastfeeding and chestfeeding can be HARD. And there's lots of contradictory info out there. I'll work with you to create a care plan that helps YOU meet YOUR goals — with lots of follow-up support included.

Hello, my name is Fayfa, and I am a dietitian and birth and postpartum doula dedicated to supporting families through one of life’s most transformative seasons. My work is rooted in compassionate, evidence-based care that honors each family's unique journey, culture, and values. I believe birth and the postpartum period deserve to be met with presence, nourishment, and gentle guidance. I support mothers and families with emotional reassurance, practical care, and holistic nutrition support, helping them feel confident, informed, and deeply cared for. My approach blends modern knowledge with traditional wisdom, creating a nurturing space where families can rest, heal, and reconnect with their strength. It is an honor to walk alongside you during this sacred time.

I’ve been working with childbearing families in northern New Jersey for many years, and I strive to bring the knowledge and experience I’ve gained to each of my clients. My great joy is helping people find their own path, and trying to make it more comfy along the way.