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Karenโ€™s Breastfeeding Story

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Suzanne has been a literal life saver and angel on earth. No matter the obstacle with my breastfeeding journey, she has had a plethora of information and a way to work through it. From latch issues to low weight to ties and low supply, Suzanne is extremely educated and informative and has completely saved my relationship with breastfeeding. She taught me to use my pump, recommended supplements where I needed them and has a resource for whatever your journey requires. There has not been a more supportive and integral person in my support system than Suzanne and I cannot thank her or recommend her enough. Whether youโ€™re a new mom or a 2nd time mom like myself, your time with her is an investment and a wonderful one at that.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind review!
Suzanne is amazing. I always thought breastfeeding would be so natural and easy but that just wasn't the case for me. I struggled with my first two kiddos...
Kristin has been all the things to help me navigate the breast-feeding journey. Empathetic, patient, encouraging, helping me lay out a plan, helping navigate other providers and asking good questions. Highly recommend.
Response from the owner:Hi Mallory,
Thank you for your review!!! We are so happy that Kristin and Bayou City Breastfeeding were able to provide you the encouragament and resources you needed to navigate your breastfeeding journey.

Please let us know if there is any additional help that Bayou City Breastfeeding can provide. We are still here for you!!! ๐Ÿ˜Š

Thank you,
Bayou City Breastfeeding
Lisa is amazing, sheโ€™s very professional. I finished very satisfied with her lactation master consultation
Response from the owner:Hi Yoandra,
Thank you for your review!!!

We are so happy that Lisa was the perfect IBCLC for you and that she was able to provide you the hope and resources necessary to overcome the obstacles you faced on your breastfeeding journey.

Please let us know if there is any additional help that Bayou City Breastfeeding can provide. We are here for you!!! ๐Ÿ˜Š

Thank you!
Bayou City Breastfeeding
Weโ€™ve been seeing Suzanne weekly for the past three weeks, and she has been a tremendous help to both me and my husband. She supported me with breastfeeding and pumping, and also shared so much valuable guidance around general baby care. Her knowledge, professionalism, and kindness truly stand out. I am so grateful we found her โ€” she made such a difference during this important time for our family. Thank you so much, Suzanne!
Response from the owner:Hi Andreea,

Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words. It has truly been an honor to support you and your husband during these early weeks with your baby. We are so happy to hear that your time with Bayou City Breastfeeding helped you feel more confident with breastfeeding, pumping, and newborn care. Your trust means so much to us and we are grateful to be part of such a meaningful and special season for your family. Wishing you continued confidence, joy, and many sweet moments together.

With love and latches,
The Bayou City Breastfeeding Team
Working with Suzanne at Bayou City Breastfeeding saved our breastfeeding journey. Suzanne helped to diagnose a tongue and lip tie in our infant daughter and outlined each of the steps needed to correct the ties. We have seen an improvement in latch, transfer of milk, time spent feeding and so much more.
In addition to the ties, Suzanne helped me as mom to get my milk supply back after it dropped drastically due to a poor latch. Suzanne outlined the steps needed for feedings and pumping, suggested supplements and vitamins to ensure I was giving my body the best chance to produce milk and most importantly was a huge emotional support throughout the process.
I cannot say enough positive things about my experience and would recommend Bayou City Breastfeeding to any mom who is passionate about their breastfeeding journey.
Donique, the lactation consultant at Bayou City Breastfeeding, has been an absolute lifeline for me as a first-time mother navigating the complexities of breastfeeding. Her expertise and compassionate approach were instrumental in addressing multiple challenges my baby and I faced, including tongue tie, lip tie, reflux issues, milk supply concerns, and learning effective pumping techniques. Donique's deep understanding of lactation issues was evident from our very first session, where she patiently explained the impact of tongue and lip ties on breastfeeding and devised a comprehensive plan for treatment.

What impressed me most about Donique was her personalized care and unwavering support throughout our sessions. She took the time to listen to my concerns, offering practical advice and reassurance tailored to my specific needs. Donique's encouragement and positivity boosted my confidence and made a significant difference in my breastfeeding journey. With her guidance, I witnessed substantial improvements in my baby's feeding habits and my ability to successfully nurse and pump.

Donique's follow-up sessions were thorough and informative, demonstrating her commitment to her clients' well-being beyond the initial consultation. Her availability to address questions or concerns outside of appointments further highlighted her dedication to supporting new mothers like me. I highly recommend Donique to any mother seeking expert lactation support. Her professionalism, knowledge, and genuine care make her an invaluable resource for navigating the challenges of breastfeeding with confidence and success.
Response from the owner:Hi Laura!
We wanted to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your glowing review and for generously sharing your positive experience with us. Your kind words serve as a beacon of hope for other mothers facing similar challenges, encouraging them to seek the support of an IBCLC.
We are overjoyed to hear how Donique and Bayou City Breastfeeding were instrumental in guiding you and your little one through the complexities of breastfeeding, especially amidst tongue, lip, and cheek ties, reflux issues, and milk supply concerns. It was truly a privilege to be part of your breastfeeding journey and to witness the progress you've made together.
If there is anything else we can do to help you, please donโ€™t hesitate to reach out. Your well-being and satisfaction remain our top priorities.

Warmly,
Bayou City Breastfeeding
Melissa was a godsend. My baby was born a full month early last September. I started seeing Melissa at the end of October after not having any success getting my baby to latch. She worked with not only helping my baby with latching but also with effectively pumping. When I was thinking about giving up on nursing, she let me know she supported me either way. I ultimately kept trying and with her help, I have been successfully nursing since the end of January. I will definitely be going back when I have my next baby.
Response from the owner:Hi Samantha,

Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! We're thrilled to hear that Melissa was able to provide the support and guidance you needed during such a crucial time. Your journey, from the challenges of a premature birth to successfully nursing by the end of January, is truly inspiring. Melissa's dedication to helping you with both latching and pumping, and her unwavering support, clearly made a significant difference.

We're so glad to know that you felt supported in your decision-making process and that Melissa's expertise helped you continue nursing. Your kind words will surely encourage other new mothers who might be facing similar challenges.

We look forward to welcoming you back when you have your next baby. Thank you for choosing Alamo City Breastfeeding!
Iโ€™ve told all of my new mama friends to visit Bayou City Breastfeeding. The consultants are amazing & helped me SO much as a new mom! I was able to meet my breastfeeding goal with their help. They answered all of my questions and always made me feel supported as I figured out my rhythm with my new baby. So grateful!
Response from the owner:Hi Jane,
Thank you for your review!!! We are sure that it will help other new moms who are on the fence about contacting a lactation consultant. ๐Ÿ˜Š

We are so happy that you allowed us to be part of your support team and that we were able to provide you the encouragement and tools necessary to meet your breastfeeding goals.

Please let us know if there is any additional help that Bayou City Breastfeeding can provide. We are here for you!!! ๐Ÿ˜Š

Thank you!
Bayou City Breastfeeding
Ali was my lactation specialist and from the first consult she gave me so much peace of mind and feed back in my BFing journey. And any questions I had even after she stayed in touch and helped me through.
I would recommend her to any mom who is considering breastfeeding and needing someone who is like your best friend to walk you through.
Thank you Ali and BCB!
Response from the owner:Hi Heather,

Thank you for your review!!! We are sure that it will help other new moms who are on the fence about breastfeeding and contacting a lactation consultant for advice. ๐Ÿ˜Š

We are so happy that Ali was the perfect IBCLC for you and that she was able to provide you with the encouragement and tools you needed to continue your breastfeeding journey.
Please let us know if there is any additional help that Bayou City Breastfeeding can provide. We are still here for you!!! ๐Ÿ˜Š

Thank you!
Bayou City Breastfeeding