Find an amazing lactation specialist in Orange County, Inland Empire, and San Diego!

Our vetted and professional International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) and Breastfeeding Counselors & Educators provide one-on-one, in-home or virtual breastfeeding consultations for new parents after baby arrives to promote healthy bonding and breastfeeding success.

During your in-home visit, your lactation specialist will observe a feeding session to assess your baby’s latch, positioning and suck strength. She will answer any concerns or questions you have about breastfeeding, such as establishing a supply, how often your baby needs to feed, and pumping & breastmilk storage.

Professional suggestions or referrals will be provided based on your unique breastfeeding relationship and a personalized care plan will be created for your specific needs. Phone follow ups and follow up visits are also available.

Find Lactation Help

Your Lactation consultant or breastfeeding counselor can help with:

Latching concerns or hurdles
Comfortable position suggestions
Recognizing baby’s hunger cues
Addressing tongue-tie or lip tie
Recommendations for establishing or maintaining a healthy milk supply
Creating a plan for returning back to work or school
Sore nipples or discomfort
Engorgement
Guidance on what to expect with newborn nursing patterns
Guidance on how to identify if your baby is getting enough milk
Pumping and storage guidance

BACK TO WORK OR SCHOOL CONSULTATIONS:

Returning back to work or school can be a big transition. Our lactation consultants will help you be prepared with a breastfeeding and pumping plan to help create as smooth a transition as possible.

During this visit your lactation specialist can:

Assess your personal situation
Go over your breast pump, parts, and provide instruction or provide recommendations for a pump based on your situation
Create a customized plan for pumping or milk expression
Review ways to maintain a healthy milk supply
Offer feeding guidance and options for baby’s childcare provider
Review guidelines for milk storage and preparation
Provide information on current laws in regards to pumping in the workplace
Recommendations on maintaining a strong bond with your baby when returning to work or school
Resources and referrals

private breastfeeding 101 class

Planning to breastfeed? Set yourself up with success by hiring A private instructor for a personalized in-home or virtual class!

Together with your partner, you will learn everything you need to know about breastfeeding your sweet newborn. Your instructor will share information on proper latch and positioning, feeding frequency and duration, the first golden hour after birth, common concerns, establishing a supply, pumping and storing milk and how to tell if your baby is getting enough. Helpful resources will be provided to get you and your baby off to the right start. Informative videos and hands-on demonstrations will be utilized to offer a well-rounded, hands-on experience.

Ready to find lactation help?

If you’re looking for the best start for your family, doulas of Orange County is ready and available to match you with support!

All feeding and lactation specialists within our matching service are all fully vetted prior to being matched with clients. We personally interview each candidate, check personal & professional references, verify trainings and certifications, and conduct a thorough background check. As independent providers, they each set their own rates. You tell us your ideal care needs and budget and we’ll match you to an amazing person to support you!