If you or someone you know has a baby experiencing feeding struggles, please connect with a supportive lactation consultant who can help.
Just like all healthcare fields, not all lactation consultants are created equal! If you saw one who wasn’t helpful, please consider a second opinion.
Professional lactation support is part of the ACA mandate and private insurance companies are required to cover lactation care with an IBCLC. (In reality, some insurers uphold this duty better than others – but you are entitled to this care and can submit superbills for reimbursement. Some IBCLCs also bill insurance directly for you). Some IBCLCs also accept payment on a sliding scale.
This is a directory for informational purposes; inclusion in this list does not constitute a personal endorsement.
Feeding issues include (but are not limited to):
- reflux
- pain with latching
- sore, cracked, or damaged nipples
- recurrent clogs or mastitis
- leaking milk while feeding at breast or bottle
- weight gain concerns
- low milk supply
- colic, fussiness
- diagnosis of tongue tie and/or lip tie (please see a provider trained in oral function)
- directed by a medical provider to supplement
For a complete checklist of feeding/sleep issues, download this symptom checker here.
Lactation Professionals:
Erica McLeod (Ann Arbor/Ypsi in-home visits)
Integrative Lactation Care (that’s me! Ann Arbor/Ypsi in-home visits, virtual)
Jalyn Spencer (Detroit area in-home)
Jennifer Day (Detroit area in-home)
Shonte’ Terhune-Smith (Flint area in-home)
The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor (Ann Arbor clinic)
Feeling overwhelmed and not sure what you need or where to start? Feel free to book a 30-minute SOS chat to get help sorting out next steps.
Supported Sleep 