Jen Chesna-Buckle IBCLC, Vegan Chef & Perinatal Care

30/11/2025

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25/11/2025

Not only do I hear this from new families as a clinician but I’ve experienced this arrogance myself as a new parent and it can be scary. Having a “trusted” healthcare provider tell you a bunch of scary stuff that doesn’t quite sit right?!?! Follow your instincts and find a care provider that speaks to your parenting style and your heart. If you run into his just give me a call, I’m happy to talk it out and support your family goals. Love Jen 💜✨💜✨💜✨

21/11/2025

No. Fn. S**t. IBCLCs, Doulas and Midwives have been saying this… FOREVER. Respond to your baby, pick your baby up and hug them, kiss them and baby wear them. Sleep with them in your bed or in your room but always always respond with compassion, love and respect to your baby’s needs.
Forever love
Jen

The American Academy of Pediatrics now advises against sleep training before 12 months. Research shows that forcing babies to sleep alone too early can disrupt attachment and the development of their nervous system. During the first year, babies need proximity to caregivers to feel safe and secure.

Sleeping in the parents’ room is more than convenience. It provides constant reassurance, allowing the infant’s nervous system to learn safety and stability. This closeness supports emotional regulation, stress management, and secure bonding, all of which are foundational for long-term mental and emotional health.

Babies who are left alone too soon may experience heightened stress responses, making it harder for them to self-soothe and regulate emotions later. Proximity during sleep wires the brain to understand that the world is predictable and safe.

Parents can implement safe room-sharing by keeping the crib or bassinet next to the bed, maintaining a firm sleep surface, and avoiding loose bedding. This setup allows babies to sleep safely while staying close enough to benefit from the calming presence of their caregivers.

Remember, proximity is not spoiling. It is a biological necessity that helps babies thrive. Safe closeness today builds confident, resilient children tomorrow.

05/11/2025

Midwives, IBCLCs and doulas all know this, glad to see people are catching up!
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Research published in the European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology reveals that a woman’s body requires far more time to fully recover after childbirth than previously believed. While traditional medical guidance suggests a six-week recovery period, the study indicates that complete physical, hormonal, and neurological restoration can take between one to two years. During this time, the body continues to heal internally, from organ repositioning and connective tissue repair to long-term hormonal rebalancing. The brain also undergoes gradual changes, adapting from pregnancy and postpartum shifts in cognition and emotion. These findings challenge conventional postpartum expectations and highlight the importance of long-term maternal care and recovery support.

03/11/2025

New Publication Alert!

We’re excited to announce our latest article: “Balancing Mental Health and Breastfeeding: Evaluating the Transfer of Lurasidone into Human Milk” published in the The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry by Levi S. Campbell, PharmD; Palika Datta, PhD; Kaytlin Krutsch, PhD, PharmD, MBA.

🔍 Why it matters:
• First-ever quantitative data on how the antipsychotic Lurasidone transfers into breast milk.
• Relative infant dose (RID) found to be only ~1.16% at the standard 40 mg/day maternal dose — well below the 10 % safety threshold.
• No adverse effects reported in exposed infants in the study sample.

Check out our study here:
https://www.psychiatrist.com/jcp/mental-health-breastfeeding-transfer-of-lurasidone-human-milk/

02/11/2025

Absolutely World Health Organization (WHO) Jen Chesna-Buckle Hamilton Breastfeeding Clinic
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Mothers should never feel ashamed to breastfeed their babies.
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From a glass of water, a chat with a friend, or a comfortable space, we can all help respect the rights of mums to breastfeed anytime, anywhere.

Let's all step up to support mums!

24/10/2025

One of the questions I get as an is “why does the stop families from getting access for artificial baby milk if they need it” *hinthint* The code of marketing is here to help guide and protect healthcare providers from companies making false claims on their products aimed at infants and young children. It’s a tool that companies and healthcare providers can use to keep the information we give new families unbiased and honest.
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Jen 💜✨💜✨💜✨

24/10/2025

Kickin it as Hamilton’s friendly local and infant feeding specialist! Today I am learning more about one of my favourite topics keeping your baby safe from industry bullying and manipulation regarding infant feeding options. Love my job as a council member in La L**he league and as your go to helper when feeding your babies
Love Jen

01/10/2025

Dr. Jane Goodall on the importance of mothers
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An excerpt from Dr. Jane Goodall's lecture at BAM on April 15, 2015.Featuring:Jane Goodall, Ph.D., DBEFounder, the Jane Goodall Institute &UN Messenger of Pe...

29/09/2025

Happening tomorrow
You’re doing impactful work and living into your values.

So why isn’t that care mirrored inside the organization? Why does the culture feel fractured?

Colleagues don’t offer each other the same generosity and patience we extend externally…
We say we value collaboration and curiosity, but struggle to give honest feedback…
We talk about transparency and accountability but keep decision-making behind closed doors…
We say we prioritize folks’ humanity, so why are we all burned out?

27/09/2025

It was my final day working and I’m going to list all of my and you have to go get.
1. has the hands down best spice olives!!! Every time I eat them I do a little dance (see video above) they have amazing other products as well.
2. Mine and my girls first is .bake SERIOUSLY I’m always going on about their which IS the best in but now they do this incredibly good apple crumble which my girls can’t have any of cause it’s mine.
3. This is a new one for me and I can’t tell you which I love more the woman who runs it or her food! not only has some of the best vegan in Hamilton as well as my FAVOURITE iced tea in a bag!!! (***legit just run and get it and tag me ***) but this may be one of the sweetest people in the market I think I hugged her 4+ times before I left and of course thank you to my Rockstar uncle who swung by work and gifts me from the local flower shop
Thank you all for making my last day so special and showering me with . See you soon.
Love Jen