Lactation Consultant in Florida | Home to Lactation Loop's Largest IBCLC Team
Florida is our headquarters — and where we have more board-certified IBCLCs than any other state we serve. In-home, in-office, and virtual visits statewide, covered by most major insurance plans.
Florida: Our Home Base
Florida is home base for Lactation Loop — our headquarters is right here in Lakewood Ranch, and we have more board-certified IBCLCs living and working in Florida than in any other state we serve. It's where we started, and it's still where our roots run deepest. Whether you're in Tampa, Miami, Jacksonville, or anywhere in between, our Florida IBCLCs bring in-home, in-office, and virtual lactation support to families across the entire state.
Our Florida IBCLCs are Registered Nurses and Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultants with years of experience helping moms and babies meet their breastfeeding goals. Whether you're struggling with latch, low milk supply, engorgement, tongue tie, returning to work, or just need reassurance — we're here for you. Available Monday through Sunday, 9am–8pm.
Areas We Serve in Florida:
Sarasota County: Sarasota, Venice, North Port, Englewood, Osprey, Nokomis, Manasota Key, Plantation, Venice Gardens
Manatee County: Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, Parrish, Palmetto, Ellenton, Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key, Myakka City
Pinellas County: St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Safety Harbor, St. Pete Beach, Treasure Island, Madeira Beach, Indian Rocks Beach
Hillsborough County: Tampa, South Tampa, Apollo Beach, Riverview, Ruskin, Sun City Center, Wimauma, Lutz, Hyde Park
Pasco County: Wesley Chapel, Land O’Lakes, Hudson, Holiday, New Port Richey, Zephyrhills, Odessa, Trinity
Hernando County: Spring Hill, Brooksville, Weeki Wachee, Bayport, Pine Island, Nobleton
Lee & Charlotte Counties: Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, Cape Coral, Fort Myers
Broward & Palm Beach Counties: Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, West Palm Beach, Jupiter, Lighthouse Point, Coral Springs, Boynton Beach, Pompano Beach, Parkland
Sumter County: Oxford & The Villages, Wildwood, Bushnell, Center Hill, Webster, Coleman
Duval County: Jacksonville, Atlantic Beach, Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach,
St Johns County: St Johns, St. Augustine, Vilano Beach, Fruit Cove, Nocatee, Crescent Beach, Palm Valley
Leon County: Tallahassee, Bradfordville, Woodville, Fort Braden
Orange County: Orlando, Winter Park, Apopka, Maitland, Windemere, Lake Buena Vista
Miami-Dade County: Miami, Homestead, Kendall, Hialeah, Doral, Coral Gables, Aventura, Miami Beach
Charlotte County: Port Charlotte
Polk County: Lakeland
Virtual visits available statewide across Florida. Don't see your city? Text us at 941-254-2502.
Insurance Coverage for Florida Families
Insurances we work with include Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare (UHC), UMR, Meritain, Anthem, Wildflower, The Lactation Network, Curative, Tricare Select, BCBS of Texas, Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, VA CCN, and some HMO plans. Most Florida families pay $0 out of pocket.
Please see our check insurance page with any further questions.
Book an appointment: lactationloop.com/services
Text: 941-254-2502
Sliding scale service is available upon request.
Our Florida Office Locations
Florida is the only state where you'll find us in three physical locations — because it's where we started, and where we've grown the most.
Lakewood Ranch — HQ
7345 International Pl #109, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240
Our headquarters serving Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton, Sarasota, and surrounding Manatee and Sarasota County communities.
Venice
250 S Tamiami Trail, Suite 103, Venice, FL
Serving Venice, North Port, Englewood, and southern Sarasota County families.
St. Petersburg — Inside Paloma House
10787 Oak St NE, St. Petersburg, FL
Located inside Paloma House — a women's wellness hub offering fitness, playcare, co-working, and on-site providers. Serving St. Pete, Clearwater, Safety Harbor, and all of Pinellas County.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer same-day or next-day appointments in Florida?
We do our best to accommodate urgent needs. Call us at 941-254-2502 and we'll find the soonest available appointment — in-home, in-office, or virtual.
Does insurance cover lactation visits in Florida?
Yes — most major plans do under the Affordable Care Act. We accept Aetna, Cigna, UHC, UMR, Meritain, Anthem, Wildflower, Lactation Network, and Curative. Call us and we'll verify your benefits before you book.
What areas of Florida do you serve?
We serve families throughout Sarasota, Manatee, Pinellas, Hillsborough, Hernando, Lee, Charlotte, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. Virtual visits are available statewide across Florida.
Do you offer virtual lactation consultations in Florida?
Yes — available statewide, 7 days a week, 9am–8pm. Virtual consultations are equally effective for most breastfeeding concerns including latch, supply, and pumping questions.
What's the difference between an IBCLC and a lactation consultant?
An IBCLC has passed a rigorous international board exam and maintains ongoing clinical education. It's the gold standard in lactation care — and every Lactation Loop consultant is board-certified. See what the credential actually requires.
Where are your Florida office locations?
Lakewood Ranch HQ (7345 International Pl #109), Venice (250 S Tamiami Trail, Suite 103), and St. Petersburg inside Paloma House (10787 Oak St NE).