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Mother Poppins
Mother Poppins FOUNDER
HALI SHIELDS, IBCLC, NBC-HWC, CPD
Hi, I’m Hali! For the past 20 years, I’ve had the privilege of working with countless families and babies in hospital, home, and outpatient settings. My journey began early—growing up, I often accompanied my mom, a NICU nurse, to her work, and that’s where my passion for helping babies and families really took root. I initially trained as a birth doula and started courses to become a nurse midwife but soon found my heart drawn to postpartum health, where I’ve been happily focused ever since.
I hold a bachelor’s degree in Health Science, International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant, certified birth and postpartum doula, holistic sleep coach, and National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach. My own health journey inspired me to delve into functional medicine and nutrition, leading me to earn certificates from the Integrative Institute for Nutrition and the Integrative Women’s Health Institute in Functional Nutrition, as well as Postpartum Nutrition certification through Postpartum University.
With a whole-person approach to care, I believe wellness encompasses many facets. My background also includes work in the mental health space as a CBT-trained health coach and additional training with Postpartum Support International.
The postpartum phase has its own kind of magic. Amid sleep deprivation, sore nipples, and an overwhelming cycle of new routines, there’s a love that grows in ways you never imagined. I’m passionate about helping new parents build their confidence during this transformative time.
Originally from St. Augustine, FL, I’ve lived in cities like Chicago, IL, and Mexico City, Mexico. As a former professional ballet dancer, I enjoy taking yoga and barre classes, traveling, and creating delicious meals.
My specialties include: Feeding Concerns, Tongue Ties, Food Sensitivities, Postpartum Behavioral Health, Guiding Balanced Hormone Wellness, Mind/Body Connection, Stress Reduction.
Mother Poppins FOUNDER
Debbie Sokolow, CLC, CPD
Hi, I’m Debbie—but you can call me Dolly! I’m a proud mom of three and grandma to three, and I’ve been on this journey through motherhood myself, with all its joys and challenges. I breastfed all of my kids, so I know firsthand what a mix of beauty and determination it can be.
As a certified lactation consultant, I’ve had the privilege of helping many mothers establish and nurture successful breastfeeding relationships with their babies. I’m also a birth, postpartum, and VBAC doula, providing loving support to women throughout their pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experiences.
I’m here for more than just lactation support; as a baby care specialist, I’m passionate about guiding new parents through those delicate early days with tips on feeding, diapering, soothing, and more. My goal is to help families feel confident, prepared, and empowered in their new roles.
Supporting women on their journey into motherhood is my passion. With a warm, non-judgmental approach, I strive to help moms overcome challenges and reach their breastfeeding and birth goals. When I’m not working, I love spending time with family and friends, cooking, reading, and always learning something new.
Looking forward to being part of your journey!
Our CLINICAL FOCUS
We can help you with…
Low Milk Supply/Oversupply
Lip/Buccal/Tongue Ties
Latch Difficulties
Nutrition/Sleep
Pumping/Back to Work
Food Sensitives
Hormone Balance
MY APPROACH
OUR VALUES
We aim to empower our families from pregnancy through the postnatal stages by providing holistic evidence based guidance in a compassionate manner. Helping parents navigate through lactation challenges, sleep challenges, self care, nutrition, recovery, emotional support and more.
We’ve often been described as “the best friend I never knew I needed” by clients. We your newborn care specialist, maternal health guide, lactation educator, mental health coach, baby sleep trainer, mentor, and friend. We know what’s normal and what’s not. We’re here for you when you are juggling a colicky baby or a worried mind.
We offer an educated and calm approach, offering solutions that make sense for you and your family. We will always have your best interests at heart and the health of your baby in mind.
