Recommended Birth, Lactation & Parenting Resources
-Dayton, Ohio & Surrounding areas-
I encourage all expectant and new parents to seek out education and community support that feels accessible and aligned for them. The resources below are optional, but thoughtfully selected to support preparation, confidence, and safety during pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood.
Childbirth Education Classes
Premier Health Childbirth & Family Education
Why choose this option:
A great choice if you’re planning to give birth at a Premier Health hospital or want a structured, hospital-based class with both in-person and online options. Ideal for families who prefer a traditional class format and local convenience.
PHONE: (937) 208-2229
Kettering Health Childbirth Education
Why choose this option:
Well-suited for families delivering within the Kettering Health system or those located south of Dayton. Offers childbirth education alongside hospital tours and maternity resources.
PHONE: (937) 208-2229
Classes are offered through Kettering Health and may vary by campus, format, and date. Please visit the official Kettering Health website for current class offerings, schedules, and registration details.
Stork Helpers
Why choose this option:
A good option if you prefer small-group, private, or more personalized education, or if you’re open to virtual classes. Helpful for families who want flexibility or live slightly outside the immediate Dayton area.
PHONE: (513) 254-2470
BWS Doulas
Why choose this option:
Best for families in or near Kettering/Centerville who want community-based education with a doula-centered perspective. Availability and offerings may vary seasonally.
PHONE: (513) 254-2470
Lactation Support
Breastfeeding is natural, but not always easy
Whether you’re looking for additional guidance, specialized care, or ongoing support beyond our time together, the following trusted local resources are available to support you and your feeding goals.
Dayton Children’s – Connor Health Pavilion Lactation Clinic
The Connor Health Pavilion offers an outpatient lactation clinic through Dayton Children’s Hospital providing breastfeeding and infant-feeding support for families. Services may include latch and positioning support, milk supply concerns, pumping guidance, infant weight checks, and general feeding questions.
This clinic is a great option for families seeking hospital-based lactation care in a community outpatient setting.
Phone: (937) 641-4000
Katie Dunlap provides private, individualized lactation consulting for families in the Dayton area. Support may include in-home or virtual visits, feeding assessments, pumping plans, return-to-work support, and care for more complex feeding challenges.
Katie’s Lactation Consulting
Phone: 937-231-9454
WIC provides free breastfeeding support, nutrition education, breast pumps (when eligible), and access to trained breastfeeding peer counselors and lactation professionals. Services are available during pregnancy and postpartum and are income-based.
WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program
Phone: (937) 225-4490
La Leche League offers free peer-to-peer breastfeeding support, including local meetings, online groups, and phone support. This resource is especially helpful for ongoing encouragement, community connection, and shared lived experience.
La Leche League
The IBCLC Finder is a professional directory used to locate International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) for advanced or specialized lactation care, including complex medical or feeding situations.
IBCLC Finder
While childbirth education and infant CPR/BLS training are not requirements for working with me, I strongly encourage all parents to seek out education that supports confidence, informed decision-making, and safety. These resources are shared to empower you, not to add pressure.
Infant & Child CPR / BLS for Parents
American Heart Association
Why choose this option:
Ideal for parents who want evidence-based infant and child CPR/BLS training with widely recognized certification. Classes are available locally and online.
American Red Cross
Why choose this option:
A great option for families seeking infant CPR, choking response, and emergency preparedness in a flexible format. Often available in hybrid or online settings.