Lactation Consultants & IBCLCs Near Me in St. Thomas, ON

Hello, I’m Mandisa L’Bert-Kaalima, RN-BSN, IBCLC, proudly serving families in Summit County. I bring over 14 years of experience in healthcare, having worked in local hospitals throughout Akron and most recently within a Community-Based Organization. These experiences have given me valuable insight into the challenges and barriers many mothers face when working toward their breastfeeding and infant feeding goals. For more than 8 years, I have supported mothers on their breastfeeding journeys—beginning as a NICU staff nurse and Certified Breastfeeding Counselor, and later as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). My IBCLC work has spanned postpartum, labor and delivery, special care nurseries, and now the community setting. As a mother of three who experienced my own breastfeeding challenges, I understand firsthand how difficult this journey can be—especially without education and support. At Nurtured by Mandisa, we offer a range of services designed to meet families where they are, including prenatal education, interactive breastfeeding workshops, private in-home visits, virtual consultations, monthly support groups, and personalized one-on-one sessions. My goal is to support you with compassion and encouragement, helping you meet your infant feeding goals while celebrating every milestone in a nurturing and supportive environment.

I am dedicated to supporting families through the transformative journey of childbirth. With a background in Naturopathic Medicine and a passion for holistic health, I provide compassionate care and evidence-based guidance to empower parents-to-be as they welcome their little ones into the world. As a new mom myself, I understand the importance of feeling supported and empowered during pregnancy, birth, and beyond. My practice focuses on gut health, women's health, fertility, prenatal and postpartum care, nurturing both mother and baby. I'm honoured to be part of your journey toward parenthood, and I can't wait to support you every step of the way. Let's create a beautiful birthing experience together! I also offer postpartum day and overnight support if you're looking for continued care after birth. The next step would be to book a free video meet and greet: 👉 https://ahanawellness.practicebetter.io/#/5f7cb8732a902907680c490b/bookings?r=6626e793c33e97bdee813ae9 This is a great opportunity for us to connect, for you to learn more about how naturopathic doula care can support your birth experience, and for me to understand your goals and preferences. ✨ I also offer a self-paced prenatal course called the **Bump to Birth Blueprint**, designed to help you feel confident and prepared as you move through each trimester and into labour, birth, and beyond. 👉 [Learn more about the course here] - https://ahanawellness.ca/prenatal-program-bump-to-birth-blue-print/ Many of my services are covered under extended health benefits or insurance under naturopathy – so you may be able to access this holistic support with little to no out-of-pocket cost. I’d love to connect and support you during this beautiful chapter of your life.

I love God, my family, my pup Boo, everything birth, and empowering families through education because knowledge is power! I love teaching birth doula workshops through DONA and have been a doula for 27 years, a Trainer for 17 years, and a CLC. Join my 3-day workshop from anywhere as I teach mostly virtually through Zoom.us and you'll receive 3 certificates, all of which are the first steps in becoming certified through DONA International. Now is the time to become a doula! Many States are getting on board with Medicaid paying a Doula for their services!

I am a board certified lactation consultant and also a registered nurse. I have been practicing as a lactation consultant for almost 20 years. I have experience in the hospital and clinic settings as well out in the community. I love being with families and assisting during such an incredible event in their lives.

Hello everyone, my name is Brittany Hope and I am a mother of three currently continuing my education in postpartum doula support and lactation. My experiences through motherhood inspired me to pursue doula work because I understand how important support, reassurance, and compassionate care can be during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery. I am passionate about helping families feel heard, informed, emotionally supported, and confident during such an important transition in life. I strive to create a calm, judgment-free space where mothers and families feel comfortable asking questions, receiving support, and adjusting to life with a new baby. In my free time, I enjoy family-centered activities, homeschooling, wellness, creative projects, and continuing to grow within the maternal wellness field.

I am experienced as a Maternal Child Registered Nurse, IBCLC and Certified Professional Life Coach. My area of expertise is helping new moms learn, adjust and succeed in their breastfeeding efforts. My skills come from 25 years working in Maternal/Child, Full Term Nursery and NICU in a hospital., as well as clinic and in-home settings. Contact me at 716-512-3654 or cathylang716@gmail. com to set up your one on one coaching session.

Hello everyone, My name is Biji Ambooken. I have been working as a nurse in the maternal newborn unit for the past 20 years and also have a IBCLC in community for the past 3 years. I have lots of experience with families and their babies, especially term babies, preterm babies, twins, and newborns with health issues/hard time with feeding. I also have lots of experience with mothers and their health issues, feeding issues, breast milk production/supply, post partum depression, and mothers who need a bit of encouragement and understanding. I am happy to assist and help the way you want to feed your baby with no judgement, making your transition as a new parent much easier.

My name is Elizabeth. I am a mom of eight. I am all about empowering and supporting expected moms on and during their birthing journey. My mission is to provide a calm and empowering birth experience. I also aim to remove the fear that most mother’s have about childbirth by ensuring you have the birthing experience that you will cherish.

Hi, I'm Whitney Moore, BSN, RN, CLC, a Certified Lactation Counselor serving families in Akron, Ohio and the surrounding areas. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Kent State University College of Nursing and completed Certified Lactation Counselor training through the Healthy Children Project, Center for Breastfeeding. I obtained my CLC certification through the Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice in 2025. I also experienced personal difficulties breastfeeding all four of my own children. Having struggled through various complications I felt lead me to pursue my IBCLC. I'm currently practicing as a Lactation Nurse as well at Cleveland Clinic Mercy. I provide compassionate, evidence-based breastfeeding support through in-home and virtual breastfeeding counseling as a BSN, RN, CLC help with prenatal education, latch and positioning, milk supply, pumping, bottle-feeding transitions, and personalized feeding plans. As a Lactation professional I understand that every feeding journey is unique. I am committed to providing supportive, nonjudgmental care to help you and your baby thrive.

I am a full-spectrum doula, lactation consultant, herbalist, and sacred birth worker devoted to supporting families through one of life’s most transformative journeys — pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. My work is rooted in both clinical knowledge and ancestral wisdom. With a background in massage therapy, plant-based living for over 20 years, and deep training in herbal care, I provide nurturing, holistic support that honors the body, the spirit, and the entire family unit. I don’t just support births — I hold space for transformation.

I’m a birth & postpartum doula and infant sleep consultant with 15+ years working with families. I’ve attended over 500 birth and worked with thousands of families caring for newborns overnight to allow parents to get a good nights sleep. Feel free to reach out for more information. 905-706-8358

I am a mother to have 5 children who all have had unique challenges breastfeeding. As a IBCLC my goal is to help you accomplish your breastfeeding goals. I will help address your concerns and develop a sustainable plan to get you to your goal

Hello! I'm a certified birth doula, certified birth photographer, placenta encapsulation specialist, certified lactation counselor, and birth justice advocate serving families in Michigan, including near Flint, metro Detroit, Ann Arbor, Lansing, Saginaw, West Bloomfield, Royal Oak, and more. With over a decade of experience, I look forward to the possibility of supporting your journey!

Hello! I’m a certified postpartum doula, trained Newborn Care Specialist, early childhood educator, and mother of two with over 10 years of experience supporting infants, young children, and families. I hold an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education and Art, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. My background includes extensive professional training in infant development, newborn care, safe sleep, breastfeeding, and family-centered support. I believe every family deserves compassionate, individualized, judgment-free care. My services focus on postpartum recovery, newborn care, breastfeeding and pumping support, infant feeding education, gentle newborn sleep guidance, and personalized routines. I have a special passion for supporting single parents, young mothers, families with multiples, NICU families, and those navigating unexpected or difficult birth experiences. My goal is to help parents feel confident, informed, supported, and empowered throughout their postpartum journey.

Long before becoming a doula, I understood the importance of supporting mothers because I had experienced motherhood myself. Today, as both a mother and grandmother, I've had the privilege of watching motherhood unfold across generations. Those experiences have given me a deep appreciation for just how significant birth is. Every mother is different. Every baby is different. And every birth story is different. That's why I believe good doula care begins with listening. I was drawn to doula work because I wanted to provide women with the kind of steady, compassionate support that can be so meaningful during labor and birth. My approach is especially centered around comfort care and birth coaching. I help mothers explore different labor positions, movement, relaxation and comfort techniques while also providing the emotional encouragement that can be just as important during labor. I don't believe my role is to take over your birth experience. I'm there to walk beside you. To encourage you when labor becomes difficult. To help you find another position when something isn't working. To remind you of your strength when you're tired. To listen to what you need. And, when desired, to pray with you and bring the comfort of our shared Christian faith into the birth space.

IBCLC of 6 years working collaboratively with my local community advocates to help mothers with all breastfeeding challenges in a safe loving environment.

Hi, I'm Emily Drotleff, and I'm a certified labor doula located in New Castle, PA. I am passionate about helping families during pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period. I offer birth doula support, postpartum doula support, and lactation support. I know birth can be such a beautiful, and intimate experience and I'm always honored to be welcomed into someone's birth space. I aim to treat everyone with respect and offer non judgemental support regardless of how or where you choose to give birth. I am an animal lover, gardener, sourdough bread maker, and mom to one. Before following my calling into birthwork I worked as a veterinary technician and also fostered orphaned, neonatal kittens. I look forward to speaking with you!

I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) with more than 25 years experience. I have worked internationally to promote, protect, and support breastfeeding/chestfeeding. My strong clinical skills are coupled with program development, evaluation, and not-for-profit experience. My unique skill set allows me to offer a comprehensive healthcare approach to families. Family-centred care is the cornerstone of my service. I adopt a holistic approach to understand all factors that may impact the breastfeeding dyad, and I strive to provide culturally concordant healthcare. A lactation consultant is an essential member of a prenatal and family healthcare team. They play a pivotal role in infant feeding, particularly breastfeeding. I can support families in preparing to breastfeed, address feeding challenges (including supplementation), and offer continued guidance until weaning. I strive to protect maternal-child health, promote emotional well-being, and empower families to navigate the complexities of breastfeeding. Furthermore, my dedication to family-centred healthcare was strengthened when I completed a Diploma in Herbal Medicine from England. I offer one-on-one herbal consultations to mothers in the perinatal period. During the consultation, mothers are given a space to express their current health concerns.

My name is Keirstan Johnson, and I am a trained birth doula currently completing my certification through DONA International. In addition to birth support, I am a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist (CBS) with specialized training in lactation education and infant feeding support. As a mother myself, I understand that every pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience is unique. My goal is to provide evidence-based information, emotional support, and compassionate guidance so you can feel informed, confident, and empowered in your decisions. Whether you're creating a birth plan, preparing for labor, navigating breastfeeding challenges, or adjusting to life with a new baby, I strive to meet you where you are without judgment. I believe every family deserves personalized support, encouragement, and advocacy throughout the childbearing journey. It is an honor to walk alongside families during such a transformative season of life, helping them feel seen, heard, and supported every step of the way. I currently serve families throughout Western New York and look forward to helping you create a positive and empowering birth experience and breastfeeding journey if that is part of your goal. I look forward to helping you with: • Birth Planning • Labor & Birth Support • Breastfeeding & Lactation Support • Postpartum Adjustment • Evidence-Based Birth Information • Trauma Informed Care I also am passionate about creating a village because motherhood was never meant to do alone. I work with The Village of WNY that has many resources and host free events for moms and their children called Moms & Littles of Niagara County!

Some people know me as the "Boob Doctor." It is a nickname I happily embrace because I love helping parents feel confident feeding their babies. Whether it is breastfeeding, bottle feeding, pumping, or working through feeding challenges, I am here to provide compassionate, practical support. I believe healthcare should feel approachable, collaborative, and even a little enjoyable. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered, whether you're navigating hormones, pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, or your baby's feeding journey. I'll always meet you where you are, with evidence-informed care and a kind ear. We might even share a few laughs along the way.