Lactation Consulting & Breastfeeding Support
We are proud to be expanding our breastfeeding services to now include lactation consulting directly in our wellness centre or from the comfort of your own home with online support.
You can now book an appointment to see a lactation consultant directly in our space. Appointments can be made easily online in real time - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
With over 10 years experience, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Taya Griffin will be at Yoga Mamas offering one-on-one education and hands on assistance in a supportive and non-judgmental environment.
At our breastfeeding clinic, mamas and mamas-to-be will feel empowered to reach their unique breastfeeding goals.
*Please note that if your breastfeeding concern is of an urgent nature Taya Griffin is available for home visits throughout the GTA.
You can now book an appointment to see a lactation consultant directly in our space. Appointments can be made easily online in real time - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
With over 10 years experience, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Taya Griffin will be at Yoga Mamas offering one-on-one education and hands on assistance in a supportive and non-judgmental environment.
At our breastfeeding clinic, mamas and mamas-to-be will feel empowered to reach their unique breastfeeding goals.
*Please note that if your breastfeeding concern is of an urgent nature Taya Griffin is available for home visits throughout the GTA.
Toronto Yoga Mamas Lactation Consults are offered by Taya Griffin, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant.
Why an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant?
An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (I.B.C.L.C) has passed a fully accredited, rigorous 4-hour examination set by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE). Prerequisites for the board examination include thousands of hours of clinical work and dozens of educational credits in Anatomy & Physiology, Cultural Diversity, Psychology & Counselling, Child Development, Nutrition, among others. The IBLCE certification is recognized as the Gold Standard for health professionals working with breastfeeding women, and all I.B.C.L.C.s are required to adhere to IBLCE’s Professional Standards.
An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (I.B.C.L.C) has passed a fully accredited, rigorous 4-hour examination set by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE). Prerequisites for the board examination include thousands of hours of clinical work and dozens of educational credits in Anatomy & Physiology, Cultural Diversity, Psychology & Counselling, Child Development, Nutrition, among others. The IBLCE certification is recognized as the Gold Standard for health professionals working with breastfeeding women, and all I.B.C.L.C.s are required to adhere to IBLCE’s Professional Standards.
Our Lactation Consultant
Taya Griffin
Taya is a breastfeeding mother with over 1,000 hours of clinical experience helping mamas to reach their breastfeeding goals.
In 2007, she graduated from the Ontario College of Homeopathic Medicine with a Professional Diploma in Health Sciences and Homeopathic Medicine. From here, she practiced as a Homeopathic Practitioner with a special interest in pregnancy, pediatrics and women’s conditions.
In 2011, she graduated from the International Breastfeeding Centre/ Newman Breastfeeding Clinic’s Lactation Medicine Program and In 2014 became an Internationally Certified Board Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). In 2019 she attended the IBCLC Master Class in New York learning additional techniques on how to help breastfeeding mothers and their babies.
She teaches a "Breastfeeding Essential for Doulas and Health Care Practitioners" at our clinic and has educated high level executives with a desire to understand more about breastfeeding and how to support breastfeeding mothers. She also teaches yoga and pilates to a variety of clientele, including pre and postnatal mothers.
Taya is a breastfeeding mother with over 1,000 hours of clinical experience helping mamas to reach their breastfeeding goals.
In 2007, she graduated from the Ontario College of Homeopathic Medicine with a Professional Diploma in Health Sciences and Homeopathic Medicine. From here, she practiced as a Homeopathic Practitioner with a special interest in pregnancy, pediatrics and women’s conditions.
In 2011, she graduated from the International Breastfeeding Centre/ Newman Breastfeeding Clinic’s Lactation Medicine Program and In 2014 became an Internationally Certified Board Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). In 2019 she attended the IBCLC Master Class in New York learning additional techniques on how to help breastfeeding mothers and their babies.
She teaches a "Breastfeeding Essential for Doulas and Health Care Practitioners" at our clinic and has educated high level executives with a desire to understand more about breastfeeding and how to support breastfeeding mothers. She also teaches yoga and pilates to a variety of clientele, including pre and postnatal mothers.
Upcoming Breastfeeding Workshops
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Cancellation Policy:
All wellness cancellations must be a minimum of 24 hours, prior to your appointment time. We have a limited amount of wellness appointments available and they are in high demand. Any appointments cancelled outside of the 24 hours will be charged in full. Thank you for your understanding COVID-19 considerations will be made.
All wellness cancellations must be a minimum of 24 hours, prior to your appointment time. We have a limited amount of wellness appointments available and they are in high demand. Any appointments cancelled outside of the 24 hours will be charged in full. Thank you for your understanding COVID-19 considerations will be made.
