Lactation Consultants & IBCLCs Near Me in Trenton, NJ

Welcome to Gentle Hands Maternal And Newborn Care Services Hello, I’m Vennessa Beason, a compassionate maternal and newborn professional dedicated to supporting families with evidence-based care, education, and nurturing support through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and newborn adjustment. With over 11 years of professional healthcare experience, I bring both clinical knowledge and heartfelt care to every family I serve. I am trained and certified through the International Doula Institute as a Birth Doula, Certified Breastfeeding Counselor, Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator and Perinatal Nutrition Educator. I am also certified through ICT Academy as a Newborn Care Specialist, Sleep Coach, and in Infant/Child CPR. In addition, I am a Certified Medical Assistant with a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Administration, which strengthens the professional and holistic support I provide. My approach blends education, advocacy, practical support, and gentle care to help families feel informed, confident, and supported. Whether you are preparing for birth, navigating postpartum recovery, seeking newborn guidance, or desiring overnight support, I am honored to walk alongside you in this journey. At Gentle Hands Maternal And Newborn Care Services, my mission is simple: to provide compassionate, skilled, and personalized care for mothers, babies, and families from bump to beyond.

Hello Parents, my name is Calynn. I am a compassionate doula/Newborn care Specialist dedicated to supporting birthing people and families through pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. I provide emotional support, physical comfort, and informed guidance so my clients feel confident, respected, and empowered throughout their birth journey. I am a mother of 2 boys, with both of my boys I had 100% natural birth. I also want to bring the experience to mother’s wishes or choose to have that experience. My boys empowers me to go out every day to help families to experience the joy of motherhood/ parenting.I want to bring this experience to families all over America on day.

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.

Dr. Heather (Chana) Gass holds a PhD in Molecular and Cellular Biology and has been involved in research and education for over a decade. When she was expecting her first child she knew she wanted to strictly breastfeed. After a traumatic birth her baby was taken to the NICU, and a challenging nursing journey began. Dr. Gass felt she was unprepared for initiating breastfeeding, pumping while the baby was in the NICU, and maintaining a strong milk supply. These struggles propelled her to learn more about lactation and become a lactation care provider, as a certified lactation counselor through the Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice. Dr. Gass is committed to helping you initiate and sustain a strong breastfeeding connection with your baby. Dr. Gass provides comprehensive support through classes, prenatal education, and postpartum care to help you confidently initiate and sustain a strong breastfeeding relationship.

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!

Hello Everyone, I am Rachel Levine, Lactation Consultant, IBCLC. I am in network with; Aetna, Cigna, UHC, and Curative. I have been Board Certified since 2000 and have worked in private practice and hospital based practice ever since. I offer local home visits in Monmouth, Middlesex, and parts of Essex and Ocean Counties, NJ as well as Staten Island, and Midtown Manhattan. I also offer Telehealth visits across the US. You can see more information about my services on my website BreastfeedingHelpNJ.com Feel free to call if you have questions or are ready to set up an appointment. 732 670-6611 I look forward to supporting you on your own unique breastfeeding/pumping journey.

Hi! My name is Melissa Lucchesi. I am a certified fertility, birth and postpartum doula and maternal mental health coach. I own Moon Sage Mama, which is a beautiful cooperative made up of amazing trauma-informed and mental health and wellness supportive doulas! I have spent the last 2 decades in the trauma world, and deeply know professionally and personally how much trauma-informed support in the birth and postpartum space matters. That’s why everyone who works with us can be assured gentle and loving, compassionate support through a trauma-informed lens. That means “Your body. Your birth. Your baby.” Whether you carry with you a trauma history, prior birth or fertility trauma, extra anxieties, or you just want an extra layer of loving kindness in your support, reach out and connect! Wishing you a beautiful, healing birthing day!

I have been so blessed to have jobs I have loved all my life - wife, mother, grandmother, registered nurse, pregnancy care center director, lactation consultant and certified postpartum doula. It is hard to believe it has been over 50 years since nursing school. Though I would never have thought so in nursing school, my focus has always been all things moms, babies and families. ​This journey has taken me from basic knowledge of how babies are born to a deep respect of the profound changes that take place within the childbearing family, because we are so fearfully and wonderfully made.

I believe the choice on how to feed your baby is a highly personal one that deserves guidance and respect. I’m a NICU nurse with over 30 years of experience helping families meet their feeding goals, whether it’s breastfeeding, pumping or formula feeding…or any combination you choose. As an IBCLC, I believe I’m uniquely qualified to assist you on your journey with compassion, respect and the latest evidence-based information. I hope to connect with you soon!

Being a Doula has brought much fulfillment into Jennifer’s life. As a Birth Worker, she enjoys being able to be a source of comfort and guidance for families. Seventeen years ago, she decided to become a birth & postpartum doula after working closely for years with her own grandmother, who was a midwife. It gave her the confidence and strength to pursue birth work. Her role as a birth worker allows her to provide the support parents and babies need in order to ease the transition into the amazing life of parenthood.  She is bilingual (English/Spanish) and is currently learning ASL. Other than being a Certified Full Spectrum Doula, Jennifer also holds an Associate’s Degree in Arts & Science: Psychology, Trauma-Informed Doula, Certified Adult/Pediatrics CPR/First Aid, Certified Herbalist, and continues to extend her knowledge by attending workshops such as, Spinning Babies and Pelvic Dynamics.  Jennifer adores her role as a mother of 3 amazing children. She enjoys leading nature walks, or teaching herbalism. Jennifer has years of experience with singletons and twins as well. She finds it to be an honor and privilege to help parents entering their postpartum journey.

Hi I'm Diane Nader Giresi, I'm a DONA Trained and Certified Postpartum Doula, a Certified Lactation Counselor and a Pre/Postnatal Fitness Trainer. I realized with the birth of my first child, that I had to include a wellness plan for my overall wellbeing. I believe we go through different journeys throughout our lives and with each journey, we face challenges. My goal as a postpartum doula, is to provide my clients with individualized non-judgmental support that encourages them on their journey as new parents. Continuing education is always at the forefront, so I can provide the most up to date evidence based research and resources. I attend many workshops and conferences on the ever changing protocols on tongue-tie and oral restrictions. I provide extensive lactation support if choosing to breastfeed. I help develop strategies for success, back to work plans, weaning, pumping, and flange fitting. In addition to newborn care, understanding cues, and newborn sleep patterns. Support looks different for each family. I listen to your needs and together we form a plan that serves your new family unit.

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.

International board certified lactation consultant. I help with all feeding issues breast-feeding, bottlefeeding bottle, refusal, pumping trans fitting baby wearing and much more. I do at home in office and telehealth and I take some insurance.

Michelle is the owner of Baby, Please Birth Services Agency located in NJ but with a team serving the metropolitan areas of (NY, PA & CT) as well as Baltimore. She is a certified Doula and certified Childbirth Educator teaching the Bradley Method ®, and her own Holistic Course expressly for The Birth Center of NJ of which she is the Doula Director. Michelle serves on the National Black Doula Association (NBDA) Advisory Board where she revised the doula training curriculum to enhance the needs of Black Doulas working in systemically racist environments. As a NBDA Doula Instructor and Doula Mentor she spends her time providing critical thinking skills for her students to be successful and competent in their fields. She is also a Poppy Seed Health Advocate supporting birthing persons virtually where access otherwise would not exist financially. In addition, she established the NJ Virtual Doula Program for Overlook Hospital by galvanizing over 40 local doulas to volunteer their time during the COVID crisis. Michelle recently cross-trained with DONA International to build on her expertise as an educator. She is co-founder of The NJ Birth Justice Collective and Board Chairperson of The Perinatal Health Equity Initiative fostering awareness to Black Breastfeeding Families and Infant Mortality. Michelle tirelessly works in the birth industry since 2005; helping over 600 families navigate their birthing spaces, offering training for birth professionals while ensuring birth justice through state and national initiatives, serving on non-profit boards and panels, enhancing the platform through blogs and podcasts. A mother of two wonderful children born by amazing natural birth experiences. She has been married for 28 years to an incredible man who shares her birth passion, he teaches childbirth education classes with her to share the partner perspective. Michelle empowers others by offering education, support and advocacy. Michelle is also a full time Chemical Engineer working for a German Based company. She holds degrees in Chemistry, Mathematics and Chemical Engineering.

I'm Victoria — a DONA-certified birth and postpartum doula, Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) Candidate, Hypnobabies Hypnobirthing Instructor, and trained in Craniosacral Fascial Therapy, Craniosacral Therapy & Acupressure! My journey into birth work began with my own transformative postpartum experience as a mother, which inspired me to support others through the deeply personal and powerful seasons of pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. I take a wholistic approach that centers each family’s unique needs with care and compassion. With a strong focus on maternal mental health and emotional well-being, I’m a dedicated advocate for informed, empowered choices and gentle, supportive care. I believe that when we nurture the mother, we nurture the entire family — and it’s my honor to hold space for both the beauty and the challenges of this life-changing journey.

Zen Holmes is the founder of Comfy Momma Prenatal and Postpartum Support and offers doula services, lactation counseling, prenatal massage, prenatal yoga and guided meditations aimed at reducing fear and preparing the mind/body to relax during childbirth. She also offers childbirth education, newborn care and breastfeeding classes. Zen is a Midwifery Assistant and a Midwifery Student at Commonsense Childbirth School of Midwifery. Zen is a DONA certified birth doula and a Carriage House Birth trained postpartum doula. She is a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) and a Certified Integrative Lactation and Feeding Specialist (ILFS). Zen received her certification as an Evidence Based Birth Instructor and offers to most up to date research in her classes. She is also trained in hypnobirthing and mindfulness. She uses visualizations, massage and sound therapy to help laboring moms feel grounded, relaxed and confident during the birthing process. Zen Holmes has been a NYS licensed massage therapist, specializing in prenatal and medical massage for 20 years. She is also a Reiki practitioner. She has 3 pregnancy massage certifications (MotherMassage, Loving Pregnancy Massage, and Bodywork for the Childbearing. She is also a proud mother of 5 amazing adults.

I am a board certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and a registered nurse with almost 20 years o experience. I offer insurance covered consults and cater my practice based on your personal situation.

I’m a birth and postpartum doula with over 27 years of experience helping parents navigate birth or the first few weeks or months with a newborn. Certified lactation counselor with ALPP.

I’m Jacqulyn Potter, BA, IBCLC specializing in Tethered Oral Tissues (tongue, lip, and cheek ties) and the specific feeding challenges that come along with them. I began the path to IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) in March of 2020, and started MilkFace after becoming a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist. Your job is not learning to feed your tiny human. Your job is keeping your tiny human calm and loved so they can learn themselves.

My name is Kristen. I am an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and pediatric Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with over 10 years of experience in hospitals, NICUs, community programs, early intervention, feeding therapy, WIC, and private practice. I currently spend time working in feeding/nutrition therapy for kiddos birth through 3 years old, then see clients for lactation education & support in home and virtual visits through my private practice, The Lactation Mentor. I have a strong clinical background and practice evidence-based care, but in a way that prioritizes your family’s unique needs. As a dietitian, I have had the absolute privilege of walking alongside families through every possible feeding scenario, and I believe this has shaped how I practice as a lactation consultant. I know and deeply believe that every feeding journey is unique, and there is no wrong way to feed your baby if you are given the tools and information to make informed decisions that work for your family. I have an empathetic and therapeutic counseling style, but I’m also a total goofball with a little touch of sarcasm. I never take life (or myself) too seriously, because life is too short to not be laughing! When we work together, you’ll find me making complex topics easy and fun by giving you relatable examples using a teaching style that meets you where you are. I am a fierce advocate and want you to have all the tools you need to be able to advocate for yourself. I know that, for you to be successful at this, you need to make a plan that works for you. I want to empower you to have the confidence to navigate the ups and downs of lactation even long after we’re done working together. I believe you have the right to make informed decisions in a medical system where the odds are unfortunately often stacked against you meeting your lactation goals. That’s where I come in! You’ve got this, and I’ve got you. Outside of my day to day, I am an avid reader, yogi, and artist, and enjoy exploring new coffee shops and breweries with my husband and our dog, where we live outside of Philadelphia, PA.