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What An IBCLC Can Do for You

Your first question is going to be, “what is an IBCLC?” It’s a mouthful of an acronym, but it’s essential to understand in the lactation consultant world. What does IBCLC…

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Learning Baby’s Hunger Cues

It is recommended to feed your baby on-demand when they start showing signs of hunger. Feeding on-demand helps you meet all of your baby’s needs—hunger, comfort, bonding, and developmental needs….

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10 Ways for Partners to Support Breastfeeding

We know that moms are much more likely to continue breastfeeding when they have a supportive partner. As mentioned in our Breastfeeding Basics course, mamas are four times more likely…

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The Benefits of Breastfeeding for Baby

There are many benefits to breastfeeding for the mama, and there are notable and vital benefits for baby. Due to the incredible components found in breastmilk, including antibodies, anti-viruses, anti-parasites,…

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The Benefits of Breastfeeding for Mom

We’ve all heard the trite phrase: “breast is best,” but have you considered why someone might offer that unsolicited advice at your baby shower? There is a reason why that…

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5 Common Breastfeeding Concerns

We feel confident that as a breastfeeding mama, you’ve had at least one of these questions: You’re not alone! We’re here to help. As a group of mamas, we know…

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6 Ways to Increase Your Breastmilk Supply

Mama, we’ve all been there: the panic of “Am I producing enough breastmilk to help my baby grow?” or “Why is my supply decreasing? Is it decreasing?” There is a…

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Breastmilk Supply: Signs of Low Breastmilk Supply

When you become a mother, you find yourself immediately hardwired to worry about your child. One of the first worries you may experience as a new mom includes, “Is my…

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Breastmilk Storage Guidelines: How to Safely Store Breastmilk at Room Temperature, in the Fridge, and the Freezer

There’s a lot of information about the best ways to store breastmilk, but we’ll give you the simple things you must know. We are here to help! Storing breastmilk is…

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Nipple Shield Recommendations from an IBCLC

What is a nipple shield and why would I use it? A nipple shield is a flexible silicone nipple that is placed over the mother’s nipple during breastfeeding. You might…

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