When Feeding Isn’t as ‘Natural’ as Everyone Said It Would Be
You pictured cozy feeds, sleepy baby snuggles, and everything just working. Instead? Sore nipples, endless questions, maybe some tears (yours or baby’s — no judgment). The truth is, breastfeeding and pumping take learned skills. And like anything new, it takes support, practice, and the right guidance. That’s where I come in. Together, we’ll untangle what’s going on, create a plan that fits your real life, and help you get back to what matters most: feeding your baby with confidence, comfort, and calm.
Welcome to Our Lactation Consultant Services, where Sarah, an LPN and IBCLC, is here to support you through your breastfeeding journey and brings a genuine passion for assisting parents and babies. I will be your go-to resource for information on pregnancy, breastfeeding, and the postpartum period.
It's a whole new world
An IBCLC can help navigate you through the world of feeding.
Feeding & Latch Support
- Painful latch or nipple pain
- Baby refusing the breast or bottle
- Difficulty maintaining latch or staying awake to feed
- Positioning and attachment techniques for comfort and efficiency
Milk Supply Concerns
- Low or fluctuating milk supply
- Oversupply or forceful letdown
- Pumping schedules and maximizing output
- Re-lactation or inducing lactation for adoption/surrogacy
- Transitioning between breast/chest and bottle feeding
Infant Feeding Challenges
- Tongue-tie, lip-tie, or oral tension
- Slow weight gain or weight loss
- Bottle refusal or transitioning between breast/chest and bottle
- Overfeeding, underfeeding, or excessive gassiness
Pumping & Equipment Guidance
- Selecting and fitting the right breast pump
- Flange sizing and comfort
- Exclusive pumping or combination feeding plans
- Milk storage, thawing, and transport
- Returning to work and creating a pumping routine
Maternal / Parent Health & Comfort
- Engorgement, blocked ducts, or mastitis prevention and care
- Nipple vasospasm (blanching, color changes, pain)
- Weaning — gradual, gentle, and comfortable
- A safe space to share and process the emotions and challenges that come with early parenthood
"Motherhood is amazing. And then it's really hard. And then it's incredible. And then it is everything in between. So hold onto the good, breathe through the bad, and welcome the wildest, most wonderful ride of your life." -Unknown
Prenatal Counseling and Postpartum Lactation Services
Breast Pump Rentals
Education
Ebook/Breastmilk Chillers
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