Breastfeeding can be a challenging journey for some individuals, and our goal with our new breastfeeding support team consisting of Megan and Claudia, two International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) is to provide continued support and care for as long as you need. Because of this, if after your initial consultation you still have lingering questions or concerns, we offer as many follow up consultations as needed.
Initial Consultation with IBCLC
Our International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) travel to clients homes around the Triangle for in-depth, evidence based breastfeeding education, counseling, and support. Whether you are having a specific concern, or just a wanting to make sure you are off to a good start in your breastfeeding journey, these comprehensive consultations will provide the support you need!
Prenatal Breastfeeding Consultation with an IBCLC
Our International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) believe that the best breastfeeding support is the support that is right for you. We have clients who have varying degrees of goals relating to their breastfeeding journey or a concern that needs a but more guidance before the baby arrives. So, we offer prenatal consultations where our IBCLCs will travel to your home, and provide the support, guidance, and education that you need.
How to Know Baby is Getting Enough to Eat
One of the biggest concerns for all new parents, well actually all parents in general, is how do you know if your child is getting enough to eat?
Anatomy of the Breast
Here’s a sad truth: most women know nothing about their breasts. Complete transparent, I was one of those women.
Typical Structure of a Breast Massage Session
We are excited that we now are able to offer therapeutic breast massage to our breastfeeding clients.
Pressure of Breast Massage to Support Lactation
When you have knot in a muscle, what feels so wonderful is a massage therapist to dig her elbow into that sore spot until you feel some relief. And when you have a clogged duct, the same logic should apply, right? You may be surprised about that answer!
Benefits of Breast Massage While Breastfeeding
We are so excited to offer a new service to our clients: therapeutic breast massage for lactation support is now available!
Topical Nipple Care
Last week we talked about typical nipple issues that many of our breastfeeding clients face, from compression lines on nipples due to shallow latch to infections, and everything in between. The most important part of nipple care though is always figuring out the problem prior to caring for your nipple. Our postpartum doulas can help you figure out the problem, but once you have done that, you are left wondering how do you actually care for your damaged nipples?
Common Nipple Issues While Breastfeeding
One of the most common concerns we hear from our breastfeeding clients is about the status of their nipples! From cracked and bloody, to flat and sore, we hear it all. The most important thing to remember: your nipples should not hurt while breastfeeding or pumping!
Common vs. Normal During Pregnancy
So often on Facebook and other social media sites, our birth doulas and postpartum doulas read questions from concerned pregnant folks or new parents asking various questions about if others experienced a similar issue during pregnancy, birth, and/or parenthood. However, we are reframing that question to: Is it common and is it also normal?
Optimizing Feedings With A Newborn PLUS Printable Feeding Log
When you have a newborn, the consistent worry of making sure your baby is getting enough to eat is completely normal! Whether you are breastfeeding or bottle feeding, the key to feeling confident about having a fed baby is optimizing each and every feeding. Below are a few of our favorite tips:
Transitional Engorgement
As your body is transitioning from colostrum to milk, breast engorgement can be a common, but very uncomfortable, symptom of that transition.
