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Mother Poppins
HALI SHIELDS
BSHS, IBCLC, NBC-HWC, CPD
For the past 20 years, I’ve had the honor of supporting families through one of the most sacred and vulnerable seasons of life: postpartum. My work is rooted in deep respect for both the science and soul of parenthood.
My journey began in early childhood, shadowing my mom, a NICU nurse, as she cared for fragile newborns. That early exposure shaped my lifelong devotion to babies and the families who love them. I initially trained as a birth doula and began nurse-midwifery courses, but soon found my true calling in postpartum care—where I’ve remained ever since.
I’m an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), and certified birth + postpartum doula. My approach blends clinical expertise with holistic healing, drawing from my training in functional nutrition, mental health, energy work, and movement.
My Background:
Bachelor’s in Health Science
Certified Holistic Sleep Coach
Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Techniques for Health Coaching
Reiki Master
Certified Yoga + Barre Instructor
Former Professional Ballet Dancer
Functional & Integrative Training:
Integrative Institute for Nutrition (IIN) – Health Coaching
Integrative Women’s Health Institute – Women’s Health & Functional Nutrition
Postpartum University – Postpartum Nutrition
Postpartum Support International-Trauma-Informed Care
My Philosophy:
I believe postpartum wellness is about far more than feeding or sleep—it's about restoring the whole person. I integrate mind-body practices, nutritional strategy, emotional support, and family system awareness to guide mothers back to balance.
Whether we’re working on latch, food sensitivities, or nervous system regulation—my care is always personalized, nonjudgmental, and deeply attuned.
My Specialties:
Breastfeeding & Pumping Support
Tongue Tie + Oral Function Challenges
Postpartum Mental Health & Emotional Resilience
Food Sensitivities & Gut Healing
Stress Relief & Nervous System Regulation
Mind-Body Integration
Originally from St. Augustine, FL. I’ve lived in Chicago and Mexico City, and now call Miami home. I spend my days supporting new mothers, creating nourishing meals, chasing sunshine, and unwinding through movement.
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
✔️ Shallow Latch, Nipple Pain, & Breast Refusal
✔️ Tongue, Lip & Buccal Ties (Pre- & Post-Revision Support)
✔️ Bottle Feeding, Flow Preference & Pacing Techniques
✔️ Exclusive Pumping or Combo Feeding Plans
✔️ Returning to Work & Pumping Schedules
✔️ Plugged Ducts, Engorgement, & Mastitis Support
✔️ Nutrition for Milk Supply, Healing, & Energy
✔️ Food Sensitivities in Mom or Baby
✔️ Sleep Shaping & Circadian Rhythm Support (for both baby & mom)
✔️ Postpartum Burnout, or Emotional Dysregulation
✔️ Nervous System Support & Stress Resilience
✔️ Supplement & Herb Guidance for Lactation & Recovery
✔️ Holistic Newborn & Postpartum Care Planning
✔️ Coordinating with Bodyworkers, Dentists, Pediatricians & Therapists
✔️ Mind-Body Practices for Grounding, Healing & Integration
Mother Poppins 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.
