As a Lactation Consultant, I know that one of the most common worries for new parents is: “Is my baby getting enough milk?” Unlike bottle feeding, where you can measure every ounce, breastfeeding is a bit of a mystery. But don’t worry—your baby has plenty of ways to let you know they’re getting enough nourishment! … Read more
Here are 7 mistakes we see new breastfeeding parents make…. Can you think of any others? ❌ Expecting your pediatrician to be trained to help with breastfeeding Pediatricians are ABSOLUTELY AMAZING and have a great breadth of knowledge. Unfortunately, breastfeeding is not an area where MOST pediatricians have extensive training. In fact, according to the … Read more
Some of the hardest times for feeding a newborn begin while in the hospital. Our breasts do not feel full, baby is super sleepy and not always waking frequently to eat. OR baby is constantly eating for periods of time. Naturally we wonder, “Is baby getting enough?” Even if parents keenly listen for swallows, they … Read more
You have just had your beautiful baby and have chosen to feed them your specially designed “liquid gold” breastmilk. This amazing substance has been tailored to all your new baby’s needs. There are several ways to hold your baby to help them adequately feed. Here are just a few. Laid Back or Biological Hold Laid … Read more
Welcome to the world of breastfeeding, where every day brings new joys, challenges, and a few surprises! Let’s embark on this journey with a smile and plenty of practical advice to guide you through the first week.
Before their first visit, clients often ask how seeing a private practice IBCLC is different than seeing the LC in the hospital. But by the end of the first visit, everyone always says that they had no idea how different this experience really is. Here are some of the reasons why the support you get … Read more