Tamika Harris, Lactation Consultant in Bowie, MD

Tamika Harris Lactation Consultant in Bowie, MD

5.0 4 reviews 10 years of experience
NPI verified Responds within a day Taking new clients · usually within a few days

About Tamika

Tamika Harris believes in every family's right to make an informed decision about their infant feeding choice. She is a board-certified Lactation Consultant and earned a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology. Tamika is a human milk donor and has provided lactation support to families in home, hospital and community settings. As a WIC counselor, she focused on leading peer-to-peer lactation support groups. Tamika is also an instructor for Lactation Education Resources. She was elected to the Executive Committee of the D.C. Breastfeeding Coalition and the Board of Directors for Breastfeeding USA. Tamika has visited congress members on Capitol Hill with the United States Breastfeeding Committee to advocate for policies focused on supporting lactating families and was selected to a special advisory committee for the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners.

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Lactation Consultant services

I offer telehealth, in-office and in-home breastfeeding education and lactation consultations beginning in the pre-natal period and continuing through weaning or lactation cessation.

Reviews for Tamika Harris

5.0 4 reviews
5.0

Tamika was such a light in a dark moment for me and my husband. We are first-time parents and felt lost and overwhelmed about the journey ahead of us. I put out a desparate call for help and she responded so promptly and was at my apartment within 2 hours of our initial conversation. She came to us with a clear passion to help families and babies in need. Tamika was able to educate us and provide us with tools to help ease stress moving forward. Tamika is professional, personable, and took time to learn about our family and allowed us to feel seen in our trials and sucesses so far. We look forward to meeting with her again and continuing to learn from her!

— Alexandra K.

5.0

Tamika was truly exceptional. From the moment we met, her warmth put me completely at ease. I was struggling with milk production after a traumatic delivery, and breastfeeding felt overwhelming. Tamika stepped in with genuine care—making time for me, even doing home visits, and guiding me every step of the way. She would email me notes on our visits with links to websites to help me better with my pumping and whatever else I needed. She was quick to respond to any queries I had about my new born even if it was not related to breastfeeding. She’s incredibly professional but also brings a friendly, comforting vibe that makes you feel supported and understood. She does this work out of love, and it shows in everything she does. It’s rare to find someone so passionate and committed. Her heart is truly in the right place. I honestly don’t know what I would have done without her help. Highly, highly recommend!

— Arlene C.

5.0

Tamika provide in-home consultations for breast feeding. From latching to pumping, she was so knowledgeable on everything. She helped me sustain providing breast milk for my daughter for a much longer time than I thought I would be able to. She was timely, kind, knowledgeable, personable and friendly. For a postpartum experience, Tamika is who you want. She is encouraging, helpful and realistic. All important qualities needed when someone is adjusting to life with a newborn.

— Tiffani S.

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Trust & safety

NPI verified NPI 1588227458 · Lactation Consultant, Non-RN · Checked against NPPES

Tamika's National Provider Identifier (NPI 1588227458) is registered on the federal NPPES registry as Lactation Consultant, Non-RN (174N00000X). Bornbir matched the number and name against it on Oct 9, 2026.

Certification and training

  • IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) (2018)
  • PMH-C (Perinatal Mental Health Certified) (2024)

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Psychology (2021)

Memberships and affiliations

  • International Lactation Consultants Association
  • United States Breastfeeding Committee
  • Breastfeeding USA

Languages

  • English

Race / Ethnicity

  • Black / African American

Credentials

BS IBCLC PMH-C

Specialties

Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Breastfeeding Consultation Breastfeeding Support Lactation Consultation Lactation Home Visits

Frequently asked questions

Is Tamika taking new clients?

Taking new clients. Usually within a few days. Availability was confirmed 1 day ago.

Does Tamika accept insurance?

Tamika lists Aetna, Aetna Better Health, Anthem Blue Cross, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program, CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Multiplan PHCS, UnitedHealthcare, and UnitedHealthcare Community Plan as accepted insurance. Message Tamika to confirm coverage for your plan.

Service area

Tamika is based in Bowie, Maryland.

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