Recently, someone on instagram commented, “Help! I went to go pump and nothing comes out! But if I squeeze the breast around the nipple, milk is there. Why won’t the…
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Recently I’ve had some questions on Instagram about what to do when baby is sleepy at the breast: Let them be or wake them up? Watch the video to see…
Getting baby latched There is so much emphasis placed on getting a good latch when breastfeeding. A good latch will help avoid nipple pain and breakdown, lead to more efficient…
We’ve changed a few things since launching our video breastfeeding classes this last August. With some great suggestions and survey feedback, we came up with a few ways to make…
Recently in my home visits, classes, and online forum, I’ve had several questions on engorgement. @sykesbriana asked me, “Any tips to get through the engorgement period? Mine seems to last…
When I started Lactation Link, I had a few main goals: 1. To raise awareness that, “Prenatal breastfeeding education is the single-most important factor in breastfeeding initiation and duration” (U.S….
Aside from being an IBCLC trained lactation specialist, I’ve also been a labor and delivery RN for five years. From unexpected breech delivery to multiples to emergent c-section to…