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Hello!
My name is Jessica Maitland, IBCLC
I’m an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, DONA-trained Postpartum Doula, and proud member of the Ottawa Valley Lactation Consultants (OVLC) and Ottawa Valley Doulas (OVD). I have a B.A. in Psychology + Gender Studies from the University of Notre Dame.
I provide breastfeeding support and education (in-home and virtual), and postpartum doula care to families in Chelsea, Wakefield, Cantley, Val-des-Monts, Gatineau, Ottawa - and beyond.
My Story
When my baby was born in 2017, I quickly felt overwhelmed and misdirected — the conflicting advice from books, doctors and social media influencers left me baffled. Thankfully, my doula team’s compassionate, knowledgeable support saved me - gifting me with rest, practical guidance, and confidence when I needed it most.
That experience led me to this work. I trained as a Postpartum Doula and IBCLC, and I'm continuing to expand my skills with perinatal-mental-health training.
Every family deserves the kind of care mine received. We sometimes forget that when a baby is born, so are the parents - and they deserve just as much grace, guidance and support.
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What I Believe / My Approach:​
Inclusive support — breastfeeding, chestfeeding, pumping, formula feeding, or something else - all feeding choices and family structures are welcomed and respected.
Evidence-based guidance - grounded in current research and best practices.
Whole-person care - your emotional and mental well-being matter just as much as feeding and newborn care.
Realistic expectations — tailored to your life, your strengths, and what actually works day-to-day.
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Services I Offer:
Prenatal Breastfeeding Education - one-on-one, personalized, in-home or virtual.
Lactation Consultation - latch, positioning, milk supply, pumping guidance, feeding difficulties, bottle feeding support (in-home or virtual)
Postpartum Doula — newborn care, household tasks, emotional support, practical guidance.
Ongoing Breastfeeding Support - bottle introduction, return to work, breast refusal, tandem feeding, weaning.
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I have a special interest in supporting anxious parents, adoptive feeding, inducing lactation, relactation, twins and multiples, and shared feeding journeys.
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Where I Work:
Based in Chelsea, Quebec — serving Chelsea, Wakefield, Cantley, Val-des-Monts, Gatineau & Ottawa. Virtual support available everywhere.
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Let’s Talk!
Feeding goals vary widely and I would love to help you meet yours with confidence — reach out with your questions, get to know me with a First Hello, or book support whenever you're ready.
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