Lactation Consultants & IBCLCs Near Me in Santa Maria, CA

My name is Lisa and I’m a Certified Postpartum Doula (DONA), Certified Lactation Educator Specialist (CLES), and Certified Prenatal Yoga Teacher serving the Los Angeles South Bay, Westside and surrounding areas. I provide nurturing, informed care, assistance, and resources to you, your baby and family as you navigate the postpartum period. As your postpartum doula, my goal is to provide physical and emotional support through what is undoubtedly one of the most profoundly transformational and magical periods of your life. I want you to feel nourished, confident, and empowered to tune in to your own intuition and trust your instincts.

I’m a mom of 3 girls and got into lactation consulting after having difficulty nursing my first. I do office, home, and telehealth appointments and work with many insurance plans so that visits are fully or mainly covered.

My name is Tanya Colligan, and I am a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator with over 20 years of experience teaching childbirth classes. I am also an IBCLC Lactation Consultant. Supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding is my passion, and I am dedicated to providing education and compassionate guidance as they navigate this transformative time.

👋🏽 I'm a board-certified lactation consultant (IBCLC), certified perinatal mental health provider (PMH-C), and native Angeleno. I'm also a mom of two. I'm passionate about providing thoughtful, comprehensive infant feeding education and clinical care to new and expecting parents. From practical prenatal guidance to gentle weaning strategies, and everything in between. My approach to lactation care is culturally responsive and holistic, with a focus on co-regulation, bodywork, and mental health. I offer in-home lactation support in LA or virtual visits. I'm in-network with most Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, HealthNet and United Healthcare plans. 📍Serving: Baldwin Hills, Culver City, El Segundo, Gardena, Hermosa Beach, Inglewood, Ladera Heights, Lawndale, Manhattan Beach, Marina Del Rey, Mar Vista, Playa Del Rey, Playa Vista, Santa Monica, Torrance, Venice, View Park, Westchester, West Adams... 📣 Reach out for more info, to verify insurance coverage, or discuss self-pay options.

Birth & Postpartum Doula I have been supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum since long before I had the language for it formally serving as a doula since 2021, but showing up for birthing people in my community for years before that. Birth work found me through my own pregnancies (c-section) unmedicated V back and unmedicated water birth vbac mama my background in education. As a former preschool and kindergarten teacher, I’ve always been drawn to caring for the whole child and family. Each of my births deepened my commitment to this work, and I’m passionate about supporting women who look like me in spaces where we are often the only ones. I’m a super big supporter of Vbacs They are my favorite. I currently work with Kindred Space LA, Frontline Doulas, and the Irth App, supporting families through birth, postpartum, belly binding, and babywearing. An avid breastfeeder myself nursing each of my children for 3 years I bring lived experience and practical support to feeding journeys. My practice centers education, cultural affirmation, and hands on care.

As an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant), CLC, and Certified Postpartum Doula, my passion lies in educating, supporting, and holding space for all parents of newborn(s), especially around feeding. My trainings and experience provide me the opportunity to teach prenatal classes for expecting parents, of which I usually do privately in-home, and counsel families 1:1 with lactation support. Some of my specialities and services revolve around my knowledge of how to build a lactation foundation in the early weeks, care for a newborn, support the parent(s) based on their individual needs, and create infant routines. I currently work as an educator teaching lactation foundation and newborn care prenatal classes, as a lactation consultant, and as a nighttime postpartum doula, and I love every second of it!

Claire Tata is a birth & postpartum doula, newborn care specialist (NCS), lactation education specialist (LES), a Mom, and a new parent educator with a special focus on infant sleep. She offers individualized, non-medical support to new and expecting parents in the Los Angeles area. Claire provides emotional, informational, and practical support throughout pregnancy, birth and postpartum in direct service of the family's goals. She is enthusiastic and knowledgeable company on the journey to welcoming your new baby.

I'm a Los Angeles birth/postpartum doula, Certified lactation counselor and a belly binding specialist. I believe that birth is sacred making it one of the most vulnerable times in our life, my duty is to protect that. I'm the birth coach guiding you, helping you understand the physiological process of birth, your birth rights and helping you through postpartum. Being a mom of two helps me understand deeper what someone may need during these times. My philosophy is "hold the mother so she can then hold her baby".

I'm Gina Becerra, a Certified Newborn Care Specialist, Postpartum Doula, Sleep Trainer, and Lactation Educator with over 23 years of experience supporting newborns and their families. Caring for babies has always been more than a career to me-its something I truly love. My philosophy is to provide calm, nurturing, and knowledgeable support while respecting each family's individual parenting style. I specialize in overnight newborn care and establishing healthy, age appropriate sleep routines while parents feel rested, confident, and supported during those precious first months. I treat every baby with patience, gentleness, and the same level of care I would want for my own family. Wonderful references available upon request.

Rachel Meakins is a doula, lactation counselor, childbirth educator, newborn care specialist, and maternal health advocate based in Los Angeles. Through her practice, Zenbari, she supports women and families through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and the transition into modern motherhood with a calm, highly personalized approach. With a background spanning pre-med studies, psychology, public relations, maternal health coaching, and perinatal education, Rachel brings both emotional depth and practical systems-thinking into her work. She is known for helping families feel informed, steady, and genuinely supported — not only during birth, but throughout the massive physical, relational, and identity shifts that come with becoming a parent. Her care combines evidence-based education with intuitive, real-life support. Clients often work with Rachel for guidance around birth preparation, feeding, newborn care, postpartum recovery, household dynamics, partner communication, and creating sustainable systems that allow mothers to feel more resourced and less overwhelmed during the early months. In addition to her private client work, Rachel works in maternal health education and community advocacy, serves as a Fair Play facilitator, and is a health coach focused on the vaginal microbiome and women’s health across fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum. Her philosophy is that mothers deserve thoughtful, coordinated care that considers the full picture — not just the baby, but the woman, her relationships, her recovery, her nervous system, and the life she is returning to afterward.

Hello everyone, my name is Nashali located in California. I'm a passionate and experienced birth doula dedicated to supporting you on your journey to parenthood. With a compassionate approach, I aim to empower and guide you through the transformative experience of childbirth, ensuring you feel informed, confident, and surrounded by unwavering support. Your unique birthing preferences and needs are my top priority as we work together to create a positive and memorable birth experience.

I have been working with new and expecting parents since 2006. I am a Certified Postpartum Doula, Lactation Educator Counselor, and Perinatal Massage Therapist. Welcoming a baby into your life is exciting yet often overwhelming for new parents! Whether this is your first or fifth baby, I can help create a personalized (and practical!) postpartum plan that will enable you to confidently transition to your new family structure. There is no one-size-fits-all in postpartum care. This is your journey, and I would be honored to start it with you. Please reach out to schedule a complimentary zoom session and explore the ways My Doula Support can help your growing family.

I am certified by DONA International and have worked with many families using carrot benefits so I’m familiar with the process. Aside from being a birth and postpartum doula I am also a lactation and parent educator. I can provide guidance and help with breastfeeding, pumping, storing milk and if needed supplementing with formula. My approach is to meet each family needs, to offer the education and provide different options and let family decide what works best and go from there. There’s no right or wrong way to do things.

I am a dedicated lactation consultant with 14 years of experience in women's health. My passion lies in supporting new moms and their babies, offering guidance that is both nurturing and evidence-based. I take a holistic approach to care, understanding that every family’s journey is unique, and I am committed to providing compassionate, personalized support to help mothers and babies thrive. In my free time, I love exploring the world through travel with my best friend and our two little fiercely independent girls!

Pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum season profoundly changed me. During my own journey, the steady presence of midwives, doulas, and compassionate birth workers made all the difference—helping me feel held, informed, and empowered during moments of deep vulnerability and growth. That experience is what guides my work today. I now offer calm, thoughtful support to birthing people and their families as they navigate pregnancy, birth, and the early weeks of parenthood. As a full-spectrum doula (birth and postpartum) and Certified Lactation Specialist, my role is to walk alongside you—listening closely, honoring your choices, and helping you feel confident and supported every step of the way. Together, we’ll create a care plan that feels aligned with you. My approach is holistic and trauma-informed, and may include birth preparation and processing, emotional and physical postpartum support, infant feeding and lactation guidance, nourishment, herbal care, and gentle self-care practices for both body and mind. Whether you’re seeking hands-on support, reassurance, education, or simply a grounding presence, I’m here to meet you where you are. It is truly a privilege to support families during this tender and transformative time, and I would be grateful to be part of your journey.

Hello! I'm Donna and I am a Mother-Baby Registered Nurse and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. I am excited you’re here! I have worked with new moms and babies for the fourteen years and I am also a mother myself. I use my expertise, knowledge and passion to provide a holistic and professional service where you and your baby can gain the tools you need to connect in a calm and relaxed environment. I look forward to meeting you and your little one!

As a compassionate and experienced maternal health nurse, I bring a strong foundation of clinical knowledge along with a nurturing, intuitive approach that makes me a natural fit for postpartum doula work. I’ve spent years supporting new mothers and families through the delicate transition of the fourth trimester, offering not just medical insight but emotional reassurance, practical education, and culturally sensitive care. My background includes virtual and in home visits, helping families feel safe, seen, and empowered from the comfort of their own space. My philosophy is rooted in a holistic view of healing by honoring the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the mother and family. I believe in creating a calm, supportive environment where new parents can rest, bond, and recover while receiving personalized guidance on infant care, feeding, and postpartum wellness. I value intuitive listening, evidence informed practices, and community connection, and I’m deeply committed to walking alongside families with warmth, respect, and nonjudgmental support.

Hello! My Name is Maria Jennifer Lines, and I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) serving families in the South Bay area of Southern California. With 26 years of perinatal experience in labor and delivery and postpartum care, I have had the privilege of supporting families through some of the most meaningful moments of their lives. As a mother of three wonderful boys, I also understand that every family's feeding journey is unique. I am passionate about helping parents feel confident and supported as they navigate feeding their babies. I believe every parent deserves to feel heard, respected, and empowered to make the best feeding decisions for themselves and their little ones, without judgment or pressure. I founded Vía Láctea Lactation with the goal of creating a safe, welcoming space where families feel listened to, prepared, and supported throughout their feeding journey. My hope is to provide compassionate, evidence-based guidance that helps parents feel confident, knowing they do not have to navigate this journey alone.

Hi, I’m Chloe, a trained birth doula & proud mama to my 4-year-old son. Becoming a mother awakened a deep desire for supporting moms through such a sacred season of their life, whether it’s your first baby or your fifth. I trained under Dr. Robin Elise Weiss, a deeply respected leader in the birth world and former president of Lamaze International and The Birth Care Network. My approach blends evidence-based knowledge with something that can't be taught: genuine presence, deep intuition and an unwavering commitment to you. I’ll always honor your wishes & advocate for what feels right to you. You deserve to feel truly seen, heard & cared for every step of the way. Informed, confident, and at ease because you were made for this.

As a lactation consultant at UCLA Health and Providence Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, I provide evidence-based, non-judgmental, and individualized support to mothers and families in the NICU and outpatient settings. I have over 17 years of experience as an IBCLC, certified by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners® (IBLCE®), and a background in women's and child health. My passion is to help parents discover the joy and fulfillment of parenthood through breastfeeding, especially in challenging situations such as prematurity, tongue tie, low milk production, and other complex feeding issues. I collaborate with pediatricians and other specialty providers in the area and participate in performance and quality improvement activities and outcomes projects. I also educate staff and the community on basic and advanced breastfeeding management. I strive to create a culture of empathy, curiosity, and vulnerability that enables us to do our best work.