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Rachel Curtis

Wilmington, Delaware

5.0 (18 reviews)

Rachel Curtis

9 years of experience
Accepts insurance

I'm a lactation consultant located in Wilmington, Delaware and a single mother to two sons. Yes, I nursed them both. (Yes, for years.) I’m passionate about many things, one of the primary being mothers and people who birth babies. Helping them discover how amazing their bodies are through breastfeeding is deeply fulfilling, as is accompanying couples as they learn to parent together, growing closer and becoming stronger. While you are with me, you will experience total attention from a kind and non-judgmental listener. My goal is to help you feel confident in the choices you are making, whatever they are. We will find a way to keep you and your baby safe, happy, and healthy, however that looks for you. At The Golden Hour, you belong.

Recent review

Rachel is a godsend!!! This is my second child, so I thought breastfeeding would be “easy”. But this breastfeeding journey has thrown every type of hurdle at us. Rachel has been our biggest supporter throughout every challenge - helping us navigate ties, bottle refusal, mastitis, low weight gain, low supply. I was able to build my supply up and establish a good breastfeeding rhythm that supports my baby and myself all through Rachel’s guidance. Her knowledge and research on breastfeeding guidelines is outstanding, yet her approach is far from clinical. Her demeanor is warm and inviting, and she always makes sure to check in on how we’re doing overall, not just from a feeding perspective. I truly do not know where I would be in my breastfeeding journey or postpartum without her, and I’m so grateful to have to opportunity to work with her.

- Alyson Zuber

Claudia Soto

Brownsville, Texas

5.0 (17 reviews)

Claudia Soto

19 years of experience
Accepts insurance

Hello, my name is Claudia Soto and I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) with 18 years of experience. I am dedicated to helping families succeed in their breastfeeding journey. Whether you are preparing for your baby's arrival or already navigating feeding challenges, my mission is to provide evidence-based guidance and compassionate support tailored to your family's needs. Home visits or virtual consultations are available; I am here to support you with the expertise and the encouragement you need to reach your breastfeeding goals.

Recent review

I’m incredibly grateful to have had her as my lactation consultant during the first few months of my breastfeeding journey. From the very beginning, she was so kind, patient, knowledgeable, and supportive. She helped me through so many questions and challenges, from breastfeeding and pumping to building my milk supply and figuring out what worked best for my baby and me. Her guidance gave me so much more confidence during a time when I often felt overwhelmed and unsure of myself. One thing that really stood out to me was how much she genuinely cared about my well-being. One night, I had a really bad breast engorgement and was very uncomfortable and worried. The next day, she called me to check on how I was doing and made sure I was okay. She took the time to listen, guide me, and help me figure out what to do. That meant so much to me because it showed that her care went beyond just the scheduled visits. She is also extremely professional and prepared. Every time she came to our home, she arrived with all of her materials clean, sterilized, and organized. You can tell that she takes her work very seriously and puts a lot of thought into every visit. She always came prepared to address whatever concerns I had that day and made every visit feel personalized to our needs. What I appreciated most, though, was the way she made me feel. She was never judgmental or pushy. She always listened to my concerns, explained things clearly, and reassured me when I needed it most. During those early months, having someone who was not only knowledgeable but also compassionate and genuinely invested in our breastfeeding journey made such a difference. She is truly an amazing lactation consultant and an even better person. I feel very lucky that we found her, and I will always be grateful for all the support, encouragement, and care she gave me and my baby. I highly recommend her to any mom looking for someone who is knowledgeable, professional, compassionate, and truly dedicated to helping families succeed. We love you Claudia ❤️

- Laura H.

Jacquelyne Livengood

De Soto, Missouri

5.0 (15 reviews)

Jacquelyne Livengood

3 years of experience
Accepts insurance
Responds within an hour

Hello! I’m Jacquelyne Livengood, a Certified Birth + Postpartum Doula and a student Midwife, Owner & Founding Doula of Wild Roots Birth Collective Wild Roots Birth Collective is heart-led, deeply rooted in integrity and mama focused, Doula Agency. We offer a wide range of care and support for our clients, with pregnancy, labor, birth and postpartum being our main focus, we offer so much more! Birth Photography and Fresh 48's, to BabyWearing, Lactation and Breastfeeding help, we have our own IBCLC on our team, as well as a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor. I personally have over 7200 of deeply caring postpartum support hours completed in the past 3 years. Many of our families come to us for pregnancy & birth support, and continue on through their postpartum healing, due the deeply rooted, holistic care we provide our families. We'd love for you to check out the reviews left on Google and our website! We come highly recommended.... our past clients can and have testified to just that. 🥰 If you are considering Birth support or postpartum care, look no further. I have a lot of references, myself and my doulas are professional, trained, upstanding individuals, with background checks. Each person is vetted by myself personally. We offer the very best care for our families. We look forward to serving you. 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗦𝗼𝘁𝗼, 𝗠𝗢 ~ 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁. 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀, 𝗝𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻, 𝗠𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗻, 𝗦𝘁. 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗶𝘀, 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗹𝗶𝗻, 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗿𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶es.

Recent review

I met Jacquelyne and Sarah when I was 34 weeks pregnant with my son. Even though I was so far along, it felt like I had know them my whole pregnancy. We connected so well and they both made me feel like family. When i tell you they would do anything for their girls, i mean they would do ANYTHING for their girls. Even if it means coming over to massage you several times just because they know your body is aching and they want to help you rest better without you even having to ask them! They are so kind, gentle, honest, and generous with their time. They are so passionate about mommas and babies and it is so evident in every area of their lives. My birth didn’t go as planned, but they both comforted me and made me feel like I could do anything. even in the face of a mountain of fear. I couldn’t have done it without them. I am forever grateful for these beautiful women. I want them to be there for all of my babies!!! Also, RUN DO NOT WALK to having Sarah as your photographer!!! She is AMAZING! Every picture captures so much emotion and her editing is phenomenal!

- Jayden Rodgers

Denisse Mejia

Arlington, Texas

5.0 (11 reviews)

Denisse Mejia

10 years of experience
Accepts insurance

Hi, I’m Denisse Mejia, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), mom of two girls, and founder of Texas Breastfeeding Center. My connection to lactation began long before it became my career—I grew up watching and learning from my mother, who was also a lactation consultant, and later experienced motherhood and breastfeeding for myself. Those experiences shaped the way I care for families today: with compassion, curiosity, and an understanding that feeding a baby is about so much more than simply getting a “good latch.” My philosophy is that families deserve evidence-based information without judgment or pressure. There is no one-size-fits-all version of breastfeeding, postpartum, or parenthood, so I meet parents where they are and help them make informed decisions that feel sustainable for their family. I’m especially passionate about creating a space where parents feel heard, respected, and confident asking questions—whether we’re working through breastfeeding, pumping, bottle feeding, oral function concerns, or simply figuring out what life with a new baby looks like. As a bilingual English- and Spanish-speaking IBCLC, I’m also deeply committed to making quality lactation care feel accessible and culturally responsive for the families I serve.

Recent review

Denisse has been an incredible support throughout my breastfeeding journey with my baby girl. My baby was having a hard time latching, and she patiently helped us until she was feeding well. I also had a painful clogged milk duct, and she helped relieve it with massage and milk expression, which brought me immediate relief. Beyond breastfeeding, she was a huge source of emotional support during my postpartum period and always made me feel heard and encouraged. She helped me choose the correct flange size for my pump, explained how to use all the pump parts properly, and answered every question I had. She is extremely knowledgeable, caring, and always just a phone call away. Her home visits were so convenient, and she truly goes above and beyond for both mom and baby. I highly recommend her to every new mom looking for compassionate, expert lactation support.

- Ayushi Saliya

Simone Toomer

Brooklyn, New York

5.0 (8 reviews)

Simone Toomer

12 years of experience
Accepts insurance
Responds within a day

Simone has been holding space for expecting and postpartum families for over 10 years. Birth has a powerful way of healing and transforming you, and her first birth did just that. The ability to have 2 empowered births the way she wanted, gave light to the need for advocacy, education and doula support amongst the birthing community, especially black families. Simone is a mother, doula, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, childbirth educator and infant sleep educator. She has been teaching and mentoring doulas along the way and excited to dive deeper into holding the hands of the next generation of birth workers.

Recent review

I cannot say enough good things about Simone as our night doula and lactation consultant. From the moment she entered our home, she brought a sense of calm, compassion, and expertise that made an immediate difference in our postpartum experience. As a second-time mom navigating recovery, sleep deprivation, and feeding challenges, her presence was nothing short of a gift. She supported our entire family with such gentleness and professionalism. Her overnight care allowed us to get desperately needed rest, knowing our baby was in kind, capable hands. Her lactation guidance was equally invaluable. She offered evidence-based support with zero judgment—troubleshooting tummy issues, providing reassurance, and giving practical tools that worked. Thanks to her help, I went from overwhelmed and in pain to confident and empowered. I did not feel a bit of judgment when I chose to go from breastfeeding to formula due to my baby's tummy issues. She listened deeply, responded thoughtfully, and truly respected our parenting values. She didn’t just care for our baby—she cared for us. If you're looking for someone who is not only highly skilled but also emotionally attuned and reliable, I wholeheartedly recommend Simone. She’s an absolute gem and a vital part of our early parenting story.

- LeeAnne Thompson-Forte

Alicia Avery Mccarrell

Montgomery, Texas

5.0 (7 reviews)

Alicia Avery Mccarrell

2 years of experience
Accepts insurance
Responds within a few hours

Hi, I’m Avery. I’m an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and, most importantly, a mom to two little ones who inspired my passion for supporting families during the early stages of parenthood. My own experiences with motherhood showed me just how beautiful, overwhelming, and transformative this season can be. I know firsthand how much parents want to simply soak in those newborn moments without feeling stressed, confused, or alone when feeding challenges arise. That understanding is what led me to this work. I truly believe that lactation support is not a luxury. It is a vital part of prenatal and postpartum care. Every family deserves access to compassionate, evidence-based, and affordable support during such a vulnerable and important time. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, respected, and supported as you navigate feeding your baby. Whether you’re preparing during pregnancy, working through challenges, or simply looking for reassurance, I’m here to listen, guide, and help you find what works best for you and your baby.

Recent review

Avery is so sweet, encouraging & makes you feel comfortable! She handles your baby with care & pays attention to what you need help with. She recommended some exercises to do for my baby & advice on how to relieve some pain I had from a shallow latch. It’s also a huge plus that she will come to your home! So nice to not have to go anywhere & be in the comfort of your home.

- Carley Walkoviak

Megan Weimer

Oxford, Pennsylvania

5.0 (7 reviews)

Megan Weimer

Accepts insurance
Responds within an hour

Hi!!! My name is Megan Weimer and I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and the founder of Love & Leche Lactation, serving families in southern Chester County, PA and the surrounding tri-state area. I support families through prenatal and postpartum feeding with a calm, practical, and evidence-based approach. With a background in Industrial Engineering, I bring a problem-solving mindset to lactation care, helping parents understand not just what is happening with feeding, but why. As both an IBCLC and a parent of two whom I breastfed, I understand how personal and emotional feeding can be. My goal is to meet families where they are, honor their feeding goals, and provide supportive, judgment-free care that helps parents feel informed and confident.

Recent review

Megan has been a tremendous help throughout my breastfeeding and pumping journey. She is friendly, down-to-earth, and incredibly knowledgeable, and I felt comfortable with her right away. She has helped me with so many things I simply didn’t know about, including proper flange fitting, getting the most output from my pump, breastfeeding positions, improving my daughter’s latch, and navigating a breastfeeding journey that works best for my family. I really appreciate that her guidance is practical and individualized to what works for us. After every session, I leave with a clear plan and helpful resources. I only wish I had found Megan sooner and scheduled with her before my baby arrived. She has been an incredible resource, and I would highly recommend her to any new or expecting mom!

- Janean Ciancia

Mari Rangel

Romeoville, Illinois

5.0 (7 reviews)

Mari Rangel

3 years of experience
Accepts insurance
Responds within a few hours

Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula | Childbirth Educator | Lactation Specialist As a Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula, I provide calm, nurturing, and evidence-based support for families through pregnancy, birth, and the newborn stage. My goal is to help parents feel informed, confident, and cared for every step of the way. Grant + Leah 2/20/2026 "Mari was assigned to us as a replacement doula when our original doula had a conflicting delivery. Mari immediately reached out and was flexible to our needs in early labor. My wife was laboring hard in triage for 7 hours (there was a major rush at the hospital, we couldn't get a room or her planned epidural for that long) and doesn't know how she would have coped without Mari. She immediately brought a calm presence to our situation while also helping us get the situation under control and manage contractions with various techniques. Mari also helped us execute on our birth plan and encouraged us to get rest whenever possible. We would recommend Mari to anybody seeking a doula." Safe With Me Doula Services – Loving, professional care for growing families. 🌐 www.safewithmelovingcare.org 📧 safewithmedoulaservices@outlook.com | 📞 (331) 328-1459 Instagram: @birth_doula | Facebook: Safe with Me Doula Services

Recent review

I truly cannot recommend my doula enough. She was by my side throughout my entire pregnancy journey, always there whenever I needed her—and often before I even realized I did. No question, concern, or doubt was ever too small. She patiently answered everything, reassured me, and helped prepare me both physically and mentally for a natural birth. She even provided monthly massages and other techniques that helped me feel more comfortable throughout my pregnancy. But my greatest gratitude is for everything she did during my labor. When my contractions started in the middle of the night, she came to my home at 2 a.m. without hesitation. She stayed with me through every single contraction, helping me cope with hip squeezes, lower back pressure, massage, acupuncture, labor combs, and a TENS machine. She continuously adjusted her techniques to help ease my pain and keep me focused. Around 9 a.m., we went to the hospital together, and she remained by my side for the entire labor until my baby was born. She stayed with me until 11 p.m., never leaving me alone. She advocated for me, made sure my birth preferences were respected, and did everything she could to make the experience as calm, positive, and empowering as possible. What makes her truly exceptional is her compassion. She doesn’t treat this as just a job—you can genuinely feel how deeply she cares about the mothers she supports. She gives her whole heart to making your pregnancy, labor, and birth experience as beautiful and comfortable as possible. Hiring her was one of the best decisions I made during my pregnancy, and I honestly can’t imagine going through labor without her. If you’re looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated, and incredibly caring doula, I recommend her with all my heart.

- Nina N.

Christina Johnson

Madison Heights, Michigan

5.0 (7 reviews)

Christina Johnson

8 years of experience
Accepts insurance
Responds within an hour

Christina Johnson BSPH, CBD, CPD, CCLS, CLC, IBCLC. I am a mother of two. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Public Health from Wayne State University in 2018. I became a Certified Lactation Counselor in 2018, completed the Clinical and Communication Lactation Specialist training in 2021, and then passed the International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant exam in 2023. I'm certified as a birth and postpartum doula by Lifespan Doulas. Love for my own family and my community has led me to focus on health education, promoting awareness of human lactation, and assisting in extending breastfeeding duration and exclusivity for the families I serve. I am passionate about accessible lactation care and enthusiastic about health and wellness promotion and youth development. My goal is simply to aid others in being healthy and keeping their family healthy. My expertise is in maternal and child health, emphasizing a positive breastfeeding experience and an active family lifestyle. I love to support parents in reaching their breastfeeding goals and guiding them when life circumstances limit their breastfeeding goals. The combination of these values led me to launch Lactation Lighthouse.

Recent review

Christina was amazing! I was feeling so discouraged with my breastfeeding journey after having mastitis a few times and she was able to help me pinpoint what the causes might be. After meeting with her and following her suggestions i have been mastitis free and truly enjoying my breastfeeding journey. Christina is so knowledgeable, personable, and caring. She took her time with me and baby and made sure all my questions/concerns were addressed. I immediately felt comfortable with her and would use her services again! I highly recommend her!!

- Haley R.

Lana Mihaiyu

Los Angeles, California

5.0 (6 reviews)

Lana Mihaiyu

4 years of experience
Accepts insurance
Responds within a day

👋🏽 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.

Recent review

I found Lana through my insurance when my daughter and I were struggling with breastfeeding, and I truly wish I had connected with her sooner! Working with her has completely transformed my breastfeeding experience. She is incredibly knowledgeable and provided clear, thoughtful guidance that helped us address our challenges and see real improvement. Her combination of virtual and in-home visits is so convenient. I’m very grateful for her support and can’t recommend her enough!

- Cassandra Reynoso

Aarani Montanari

Arlington, Massachusetts

5.0 (6 reviews)

Aarani Montanari

3 years of experience
Accepts insurance

My name is Aarani Montanari and I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant with a passion for helping mamas, babies and families on their feeding journeys and the transition to new parenthood. My passion for helping moms began when I experienced my own difficult transition to motherhood in 2021. I struggled with breastfeeding my son and subsequently struggled with postpartum anxiety and depression. Finding an amazing IBCLC to help me reach my breastfeeding goals as well as finding a support system of new moms saved me and helped me discover the joy in motherhood. It is this experience that inspired me to become an IBCLC - I know how much of a difference it can make to have support in this vulnerable transition time to motherhood and I want you to know I am here for you every step of the way. I cannot wait to meet you and your sweet little one!

Recent review

Highly recommend Aarani! A a doula and doula agency owner, I'm very intentional about the perinatal colleagues we refer to and invite to teach classes in our space, as trust and confidence in someone's approach is everything. I love Aarani's relatability, her patience, her evidence-based & trauma-informed, inclusive approach, and I feel reassured families are getting the best support when they learn from her prenatally, work together postpartum, etc. Aarani also leads an interdisciplinary feeding support group at our perinatal wellness collaborative, and she most recently, she led a mind-blowing yet accessible interactive session at our first ever doula retreat. Aarani's humor, go with the flow yet pay attention to it all style is the dream combination for families and doulas alike. We love you!

- Marissa H.

Sharla Lloyd Halperin

Boston, Massachusetts

5.0 (5 reviews)

Sharla Lloyd Halperin

29 years of experience
Accepts insurance
Responds within a few hours

It's said that breastfeeding a baby is the most natural thing in the world, but it doesn't always come naturally. Like many new parents, I experienced a few challenges while breastfeeding my own children. I want to help others avoid or overcome similar difficulties, if possible. The nursing dyad is such a special relationship and I want as many people as possible to get a chance to experience it. Here in America, lactation consultants are often the only health professional visiting a new family in their home, and sometimes we are the only health care worker seeing a new mom in the first six weeks postpartum. I feel really lucky to be one of the first people to meet the new baby! An IBCLC is a unique professional for your family's unique needs. We are small parts sister, friend, nurse, doula, nutritionist, therapist, parenting coach, biology teacher, and detective! We are an important part of your postpartum support system!

Recent review

Don’t look elsewhere, hire Sharla! Working with Sharla was truly one of the best decisions I made after having my baby. Breastfeeding can be an overwhelming, confusing, and sometimes difficult journey, and Sharla made it so much easier for me. She is incredibly knowledgeable, supportive, responsive, and she made me feel confident in what I was doing. When we ran into challenges, including my son’s tongue-tie and my experience with mastitis, Sharla quickly helped identify what was going on and gave me solutions that made a huge difference. Whenever I had a question or wasn’t sure what to do next, I could turn to Sharla, who gave me thoughtful and practical guidance. I only wish I had found Sharla with my first healthy child! Having her support this time around made a massive positive difference in my postpartum experience. If you’re considering working with a lactation consultant, I cannot recommend Sharla enough. She is absolutely worth it!

- Caitlin V.

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