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As a Registered nurse my goal is to help you find evidence based solutions to fit your family’s needs

04/02/2026

Let’s talk about “baby led weaning”

Not the method of but the actual progression of drinking breastmilk/ formula to consuming solids.

⭐️~6 months of age you will start offering solids to your baby. Watch for signs of readiness (sitting independently, good head control, interest in food, able to reach and bring objects to their mouth, loss of tongue thrust reflex) food at this age is for practice and to give a boost in iron

⭐️the method you use doesn’t matter too much at the beginning- practice responsive feeding, self feedinf and texture progression

⭐️by 9-12 months we want to see your baby taking off with solids and the weaning from breast milk/ formula to solids becomes more apparent. The transition to cows milk may start at this point as well

This progression is gradual, its baby led and it occurs at your baby’s own unique pace.

Learn more at our starting solids class April 28th! Link to register found in bio!

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03/27/2026

Talk to a mom who has used a ni**le shield in their breastfeeding journey and you probably will hear two different opinions on them. You either loved using it and it salvaged your breastfeeding journey or you hated it, felt it was awkward to use but felt dependent on it. Now there are many reasons why you may start using a ni**le shield, the main reasons being

•Your anatomy- flat/ inverted ni**les
•Pain with latching or difficulty latching
•Nipple Trauma

Definitely these are valid reasons to be using a ni**le shield however a ni**le shield can sometimes be used as a “bandaid solution” for a bigger breastfeeding issue. An assessment of your infant’s oral cavity, a ni**le assessment, a latch assessment and other methods to improve and promote a asymmetrical latch such as positional changes should always be considered first prior to considering the use of a ni**le shield.

If you have true inverted ni**les and your ni**les do not protrude outwards after stimulation/ reverse pressure softening, or after pumping. Or if your ni**le does not remain protruding outwards once your baby is latched and you are latching your baby asymmetrically using the “ni**le sandwich” technique or positioning your baby in football hold, the use of a ni**le shield may be helpful.

If you do not have inverted ni**les and you are experiencing ni**le trauma or latch is painful/ difficult to maintain. Most likely this will not be solved with the use of a ni**le shield and working with a lactation professional should be your fist stop.

If you used a ni**le shield what was your experience like! Let me know and lets chat about it! If you want to know more, we will talk about more related topics at my next Breastfeeding class! Link to sign up can be found in my bio!

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03/22/2026

⚠️ Warning: kids screaming 🚨

Just a little snapshot into this past Friday… we experienced it all (blood, sweat and urine) 😅

I’m in the trenches with ya and no one prepares you for this survival, the nervous system regulation that has to happen from the rollercoaster of emotions we experience. Sometimes the comic relief of potty talk is just what we need 😅

03/16/2026

My own feeding journey is the reason I do what I do today as a Mama Coach.

Like many new moms, I expected feeding my baby to come naturally. Every breastfeeding relationship I had seen looked easy, and “breast is best” was something I had heard over and over again since nursing school. But when my baby arrived, feeding wasn’t as simple as I thought it would be.

That experience changed my perspective completely. I truly believe fed is best, however that looks for you and your baby.

It’s also why .tia.heinrichs and I opened our local lactation clinic- to create a space where families can get feeding support without judgment or bias. Just real support, listening ears, and an evidence-informed plan that works for your life.

No parent should have to struggle alone. However you feed your baby, we’re here to help you feel confident doing it 🤍

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03/08/2026

Today we celebrate the strength, resilience, and love that lives inside every woman. 💐

To the mothers who are raising humans while healing themselves, building dreams while holding babies, and showing up even on the hardest days, you are extraordinary.

Motherhood isn’t just about caring for others. It’s also about remembering who you are, honoring your needs, and growing into the woman you’re meant to be.

On this International Women’s Day, may you give yourself the same compassion, patience, and encouragement you so freely give your children.

You are powerful.
You are worthy.
You are doing better than you think.

Happy International Women’s Day. 🤍

03/07/2026

Not every feeding journey goes exactly as planned 🤍

Sometimes babies need temporary supplementation for medical reasons like jaundice, weight loss, low blood sugar, prematurity, or difficulty transferring milk. Sometimes moms need support while milk supply is being established.
Understanding pumping, bottles, and formula ahead of time can actually help protect breastfeeding and reduce so much stress in those early newborn days.

✨ We’ll be covering all of this in our Pumping, Bottles & Formula Workshop on March 17th at 6:30pm.

Designed to help parents feel confident, informed, and prepared for whatever feeding journey unfolds.

Link in bio to register🤍

03/04/2026

“How many of you have personally felt victimized by feeding opinions?” Whether it’s online or by a health care provider.

Because somehow the second you have a baby…
everyone has something to say.

Breastfeeding? There’s commentary.

Pumping? There’s critique.

Formula? There’s judgment.

Bottle choice? Suddenly it’s a debate.

The online noise is loud. The opinions are endless. And for new parents already running on no sleep, it can feel incredibly overwhelming.

Here’s what I know to be true:
Parents want the absolute best for their babies. Period. 🤍There is no shame in how you feed your baby. There is no gold star for doing it one specific way- And there is no judgment here.

Our feeding support whether in home or at our clinic provides a non-biased approach to feeding alternatives, whether that’s pumping, bottles, formula, or a combination. We help take the guesswork out so you can feel confident in what works for your baby.

You’re not doing it wrong you need support and definitely not scrutiny

Want a non-biased education on feeding alternatives join us for our pumping, bottles and formula workshop March 17th at 630pm!

02/14/2026

This Valentine’s Day we want to express our love and gratitude to the incredible Mama’s in our community. Your support for our private nursing practices, your trust, vulnerability and the way you see the value in what we do means the world to us. We see you, we appreciate you and we have loved watching this community grow alongside us. Thank you for following, sharing, and being part of this journey- you all make it possible 💕

02/13/2026

Let’s talk about tongue ties! It’s something we see commonly in our feeding practices when we see moms experiencing feeding difficulty and they can’t figure out why!

Signs of a tongue ties 🚩
•difficulty staying latched, tongue clicking, long frustrating feeds
•poor weight gain, fussiness
•ni**le trauma and persistent pain with latching
•low milk supply and complications due to ineffective transfer of milk

The longer these symptoms persist the more complicated it becomes to feed your baby. This is why it’s important to get help early on and address these symptoms with a plan and on going professional support.

Our clinic that is led by RN’s, IBCLC/ CBS’s located in Medicine Hat provides comprehensive oral assessments and personalized feeding plans to help you move forward and meet your feeding goals for your baby. Early support can make all the difference!

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21 Cobb Road Se
Medicine Hat, AB
T1B1S5

Website

https://sarah-clarke.themamacoach.com/

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