Lactation Consultants that Accept UnitedHealthcare in Michigan

Cass is the owner of and a clinical practitioner at Cass Christopher Lactation Consulting. Cass sees patients all over the country and world via telehealth and performs in-person care at the Holland, Michigan location. Cass is a former dancer, singer, actress and Broadway performer. Before having a family, she toured the world, taking in language & culture from 28 countries on 4 continents. As a new mom she had many breastfeeding challenges but had never heard of a lactation consultant and couldn’t have afforded one if she had. These early struggles inspired her to help other parents in need. Cass did her clinical hours at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in Queens NY, with the Lactation Learning Collective in Harlem, NY and in homes in western Michigan rounding out her education with a total of 9 mentors! She believes that everyone deserves high quality and compassionate health care regardless of their race, culture, who they love, or their financial situation.

I’m Sam! I am an internationally board certified lactation consultant as well as a trained postpartum and birth doula. I always knew I wanted to work with babies and families and started off as a professional nanny. Then when I had my first and started breastfeeding I fell in love with it and was such an advocate for everyone to breastfeed. It wasn’t until my 2nd daughter that I even knew lactation consultants were a thing. I got referred to one and when I met her she changed the game. So I went to Henry Ford College to get my certification and graduated from the lactation program in 2022. I understand firsthand the challenges and joys that come with feeding your baby, and I’m here to provide compassionate, personalized care to help you feel confident every step of the way. Every feeding journey is different just like every baby and parent is.

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.

I am dedicated to walking with moms on their birth journey. This is something so special and unique to each individual and deserves to be supported. I am so pleased to have connected with so many women in my practice that have allowed me to share in their joy. Pregnancy, Labor and parenthood looks different for everyone and your wishes will be advocated for while keeping you informed of all your options. I am a birth and Postpartum Doula as well as a Lactation Counselor and child birth educator. This career also allows me to use my 20 years of experience as a photographer.

Hi everyone! My name is Beth. I am a wife, mother, and grandmother of 6 located in Bay City, Michigan. I am a Certified Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator, and Lactation Counselor. I have worked in the medical field for over 30 years in a clinical capacity. My company, Born to Bloom Doula Care was founded out of a passion to provide comprehensive support services for expectant and new mothers. I am dedicated to making sure you feel heard, respected and empowered to make decisions about your care and journey throughout your pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum journeys. Born To Bloom Doula Care offers compassionate, personalized support for families during pregnancy, labor, birth, and the postpartum period. We aim to empower individuals and couples by providing guidance, education, and emotional care throughout their reproductive journey. Whether it's a first-time pregnancy or a growing family, Born To Bloom Doula Care is committed to creating a supportive, nurturing environment for each unique experience. The services provided include prenatal education, where clients receive tailored information on topics like birth plans, pain management, and the stages of labor. We are available for physical, emotional, and informational support during labor and delivery, advocating for the client’s wishes and ensuring they feel heard and respected in the birthing process. This hands-on support includes comfort techniques, breathing exercises, and suggestions for positions during labor to promote a smoother experience. Postpartum care is equally integral to the services offered by Born To Bloom Doula Care. After birth, we provide postpartum visits, offering guidance on infant care, breastfeeding support, and emotional well-being for new parents. Born To Bloom Doula Care is trained to support a variety of birth settings, including hospital births, and birthing centers. With a focus on holistic care, they aim to create a positive and empowering birth experience that leaves families feeling confident and supported at every stage. Born To Bloom Doula Care is not just a service but a commitment to nurturing each family's journey into parenthood with care, knowledge, and compassion.

I am a lactation consultant (IBCLC) and RN who has worked in the mother-baby world since 1994. I have a very varied background spanning the hospital, pediatric offices, home visiting, WIC, and telehealth. For almost 30 years I've helped families from 1 hour old to 1+ year old, and look forward to helping you figure out your path forward with breastfeeding and/or pumping.

Hi there! I'm Jill, and I'm an IBCLC and a holistic sleep specialist. I work with families to get to the root of their feeding and/or sleep challenges. I accept several insurance plans and offer sliding scale pricing for out of network clients. Unique from other IBCLCs and sleep consultants, I work with families to help understand & address the root cause of their baby's night wakings without ANY form of separation-based sleep training. My approach centers attachment and is informed by neuroscience & infant brain development, as well as biological feeding norms. Because I specialized training in lactation care, oral function, and nutrition, I have helped hundreds of families identify missed (or dismissed) issues affecting sleep and improve their child's health & well-being for life.

I am a mother of 2 beautiful children. My daughter was born in the Fall of 2020, and I felt like life had failed to prepare me for all things birth related. I knew nothing about pregnancy, birth, or postpartum. I had dreamt for years about getting pregnant, and I wanted nothing more than to be a mom. When it finally happened, I felt so unprepared. I was confused why my friends on social media looked like they had it all together. How did they look so well rested after having baby? How did they not have any problems with labor? How did they look so happy pregnant? How come their baby is latching and mine isn’t? It took me months, a supportive partner, and an amazing counselor to realize that I was normal. These are things that a lot of parents deal with, and I am here to tell you, that is okay! My mission is to support you through this beautiful journey by offering non-judgmental, non-prescriptive compassionate support for all birth choices and all birthing people. My goal is to help you have a positive birth experience, advocate for you and your preferences, and help you navigate all of your choices during pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, lactation and parenting your baby.

Hi, I’m Makayla, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and Carseat Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. I started my journey practicing as a birth and postpartum doula. I am passionate about supporting mothers and families on their breastfeeding journeys. As a mother of two boys, I understand the unique challenges and joys that come with nurturing little ones. I’m here to provide expert guidance and compassionate care to help you and your baby thrive. Please email: makaylabowne@latchedmi.com and/or head to my website latchedmi.com for info and insurance coverage submission

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

Hi, I'm Brenna, mom to two sweet girls. I have 4 years of breastfeeding/pumping experience and became a lactation counselor. I'm a doula covering prenatal, birth, and postpartum. I love helping moms. I'm very open, understanding, and flexible. I look forward to helping in anyway I can. ❤️