How Much Does a Lactation Consultant or IBCLC Cost in Temecula, CA?

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Median package price

$283

Typical range $175–$1,775

Median hourly rate

$73/hr

Typical range $50–$100/hr

Near Temecula California United States
Median package $283 $400 $250
Typical package range $175–$1,775 $175–$2,100 $135–$1,200
Median hourly rate $73/hr $65/hr $50/hr

Based on 196 package prices from 69 providers listed on Bornbir within 150 miles of Temecula, CA. Updated August 2026.

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The cost of a lactation consultant in Temecula, CA can be influenced by several factors:

  • Type of Certification

    International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) typically charge more than Certified Lactation Counselors (CLCs) due to their advanced training and ability to handle complex breastfeeding issues.

  • Visit Type

    In-home visits generally cost more than office visits or virtual consultations. Many consultants in Temecula offer telehealth options at reduced rates.

  • Insurance Coverage

    Whether insurance covers the cost of a lactation consultant in Temecula, CA, depends on your specific insurance plan. Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), many insurance plans are required to cover breastfeeding support, including consultations with lactation consultants, without cost-sharing. However, coverage details can vary, such as whether the consultant needs to be in-network or if a referral is required. It’s best to contact your insurance provider directly to confirm what services are covered and any requirements for reimbursement.

  • Number of Sessions

    Some consultants offer package deals for multiple sessions, which can be more cost-effective than paying per visit, especially for ongoing breastfeeding challenges.

  • HSA and FSA Eligibility

    Lactation consulting is an IRS-eligible medical expense, meaning you can use HSA or FSA funds to cover the cost without paying taxes on those dollars.

  • Experience and Specialization

    Consultants with specialized expertise in areas like tongue ties, premature infant feeding, or relactation may charge higher rates.

When looking for a lactation consultant in Temecula, CA, it's a good idea to check with your insurance provider first, as many plans cover lactation services. Interview several consultants to find one who fits your needs and budget, and ask about their specific credentials, experience, and what each session includes.

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Found 55 Lactation Consultants in Temecula, CA

Ana Ruiz

Upland, California

Ana Ruiz

9 years of experience
Accepts insurance
Packages from $380

With years of experience as a midwife and birth professional, I support families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with a holistic, grounded approach that honors both physiology and personal choice. Whether you are planning a home birth, hospital birth, birth center delivery, medicated or unmedicated experience, my role is to help you feel fully prepared — physically, emotionally, and mentally — for the birth you desire. My pregnancy bodywork sessions are designed to support optimal fetal positioning, pelvic balance, and nervous system regulation. When the body is aligned and tension patterns are released, babies can settle into ideal positions and labor often unfolds more smoothly. A regulated nervous system allows you to feel safer, more present, and more empowered — which can significantly impact both birth and postpartum recovery. In addition to hands-on bodywork, I offer comprehensive childbirth education that prepares you for the realities of labor, informed decision-making, partner support, and postpartum recovery. My goal is not to push a specific birth path, but to equip you with knowledge, confidence, and tools so you can navigate your experience feeling supported and in control. I bring both clinical insight and steady presence. I understand the nuances of hospital systems and home birth environments, and I help families advocate for themselves while staying connected to their intuition. Birth is a rite of passage — and preparation matters. When your body is balanced, your nervous system is regulated, and your mind is informed, you enter birth grounded and ready. It is an honor to walk alongside families as they prepare to welcome their babies and step into parenthood with confidence.

Heather Shabestari

San Diego, California

5.0 (1 review)

Heather Shabestari

14 years of experience
Accepts insurance
Packages from $50 · $100/hr

Heather is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and Certified Educator in Infant Massage (CEIM) with over a decade of experience supporting families. Since 2012, she has helped thousands of parents and babies navigate breastfeeding and feeding challenges, offering both in-person and virtual care across San Diego and beyond. Her practice is family-focused, tailoring care plans to each family’s unique goals rather than offering one-size-fits-all solutions. With advanced training in tethered oral tissues, Heather collaborates closely with holistic professionals to support optimal breastfeeding and bottle-feeding outcomes. She has helped families of twins, surrogates, cleft lips, tongue/lip ties, low supply, oversupply, combo feeding, GI distress, bottle feeding, allergies, latching/positioning, weaning, etc. Compassionate and detail-oriented, Heather is deeply committed to creating individualized plans that honor each baby and parent. Born and raised in San Diego, she feels grateful to live and work in a community she loves, and she pours her heart into helping families thrive.

Recent review

I can not recommend Heather enough. She helped me through one of my most vulnerable times and became a key player in my breastfeeding success. Heather accurately identified tongue, lip, and cheek ties in my daughter and helped shed light on why we had been having feeding issues. She supported us through our decision to get her ties revised and helped us navigate her recovery. Heather is an expert in her field and continues to be a main source of support with my breastfeeding journey. I am so happy we found Heather and would recommend her whole heartedly to anyone who finds themselves overwhelmed or struggling with breastfeeding.

- Alexa G.

Arabella Hancock

Oceanside, California

Arabella Hancock

17 years of experience
Packages from $150

Arabella Hancock IBCLC CLEC LCCE CD-PIC Arabella Hancock has provided expert education and compassionate care for over 15 years. As an experienced International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and educator (CLEC) you can expect a comprehensive infant feeding assessment and solution oriented plan. As a Childbirth Educator & Birth Assistant (LCCE) and Postpartum Doula (CD-PIC) Arabella’s Childbirth Classes are designed to educate and inform women and their partners regarding a healthy pregnancy, normal birth outcome and as well as early parenting skills. Arabella has received advanced training in Spinning Babies™ (easier childbirth with fetal positioning), Tummytime Method ™ (a unique program created to optimize baby's neurodevelopment and well-being) and additional Postpartum Doula training via DONA International & ProDoula. Philosophy Arabella Hancock IBCLC, believes that every mother deserves access to the information and support she needs, to make informed decisions about her health and the health of her baby. Arabella's philosophy is centered around personalized care and education, ensuring that clients feel confident and empowered as they navigate the challenges of new motherhood. Arabella is committed to providing clients with the highest level of care and support. Whether you are looking for private childbirth classes, newborn care education, or lactation and breast pump consultations. Contact Arabella today to learn more about how she can support you during this special time in your life.

Yazmine Hooper

Riverside, California

Yazmine Hooper

12 years of experience
Accepts insurance
Packages from $2,000

My calling is birthwork and motherhood, and in this season, I believe my mission is centered on nurturing the mother so she can nourish the fruit. Myself as The Milk Root Doula ™ was born from a deep desire to restore my ancestral lineage and power of Black and Brown breastfeeding, providing a space where nourishment is reclaimed as a radical act of love. I am rooted in the belief that when a mother is firmly planted in support, her entire family can bloom. While my heart is dedicated to closing the gaps in Black maternal health, I welcome all families who value an evidence-based approach to the sacred transition of birth and infant feeding. I am a firm advocate for all birthing people and every infant feeding choice. Whether you are nursing, pumping, or formula feeding, my priority is a healthy baby and a whole, supported mother. I bring a unique "doula heart and clinical mind" to this work, backed by a B.S. in Maternal and Infant Health from Howard University and years of experience as a clinical birth assistant and doula. At The Milk Root, I bridge the gap between academic excellence and the intuitive power of the perinatal period. Whether I am assisting you through the intensity of labor, providing peer lactation support, or guiding your mental and emotional wellness, I am here to ensure your journey is protected. I don’t just offer services; I offer a foundation—helping you grow deep roots so your family can thrive for generations.

Maria King

San Bernardino, California

Maria King

30 years of experience

“I’m an IBCLC and Certified Nurse Midwife with an independent practice providing both full-scope midwifery care and comprehensive lactation services across hospital and community settings. My lactation work spans the full clinical spectrum—from establishing breastfeeding in the immediate postpartum period to managing complex feeding challenges such as low milk supply, delayed lactogenesis, post-cesarean lactation, and infants with dysregulated feeding patterns. I have extensive experience in detailed newborn oral evaluation, including identification and functional assessment of anomalies such as ankyloglossia. I integrate these findings into individualized care plans and frequently collaborate with interdisciplinary providers for frenotomy when indicated, as well as provide structured pre- and post-procedural feeding support to optimize outcomes. My approach is evidence-based, highly individualized, and focused on measurable outcomes. I prioritize effective milk transfer, protection of maternal supply, and long-term sustainability of the breastfeeding relationship. My care plans often incorporate structured supplementation strategies—including the use of supplemental nursing systems to maintain feeding at the breast—alongside selective, clinically appropriate use of galactagogues. I place strong emphasis on ongoing reassessment and adjustment to ensure interventions remain effective. I also have experience supporting higher-risk dyads, including late preterm infants, NICU graduates, and cases involving maternal endocrine or perinatal factors impacting lactation. Working across both inpatient and community environments has given me a clear understanding of care transitions and the gaps families encounter after discharge, allowing me to provide more cohesive, continuous support. My midwifery background strengthens my ability to assess the full maternal–infant dyad and identify contributing factors early, supporting more efficient and durable lactation outcomes. I’m confident practicing autonomously and value strong collaboration within multidisciplinary teams, with a consistent focus on delivering practical, clinically sound, and patient-centered lactation care.”

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