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Metropolitan Breastfeeding

We specialize in serving the needs of nursing parents in Maryland, DC, and Northern Virginia.

11/14/2025

Sometimes it feels like complete and utter defeat…

But here you are, running on fumes and love. You always find a way.

So here’s to you, mama — third coffee in hand, hair in yesterday’s bun, still showing up. We see you. 👏☕

11/11/2025

✨ Back from ILCA 2025! ✨

We just returned from the International Lactation Consultant Association conference in Tampa—hearts full, minds inspired, and so grateful for this amazing community of IBCLCs and perinatal professionals around the world.

Our team—Susan (Owner/CEO), Briana (IBCLC), and Meagan (IBCLC)—spent the weekend connecting with colleagues, exchanging ideas, and diving deep into the latest lactation research and clinical updates.

Highlight moment: Meagan presented her poster, “Integrating Babywearing Basics into Prenatal Breastfeeding Education.”
Her project explored how introducing safe, ergonomic babywearing during prenatal care can prepare families for successful breastfeeding and responsive feeding after birth. By learning positioning and attachment before delivery—when stress is lower and information is easier to absorb—expectant parents gain skills that improve early latching, support oxytocin release, and promote longer breastfeeding duration.

The poster emphasized evidence linking skin-to-skin contact, close infant positioning, and hands-free feeding support with improved maternal confidence and feeding frequency—all key factors for establishing and maintaining milk supply.

This work is part of a broader educational course Meagan is developing with Cassidy from Let’s Talk Babywearing, designed to help perinatal educators and IBCLCs integrate these concepts into their prenatal classes and consultations.

A huge thank-you to ILCA for fostering such an inspiring environment for learning and collaboration—and to our clients and community for trusting us to be part of your feeding journey. 💛

09/30/2025

We’ve got exciting news!

On Saturday, October 18th, we’ll
be one of dozens of providers
and brands coming together for
the birth & beyond expo,
organized by and
sponsored by .

We’re thrilled to be part of this
event, which connects parents
and parents-to-be with more
than 30 local experts in
prenatal, birth, and postpartum
services and products. Plus
there are great raffle prizes!

DM to reserve your FREE tickets! 🎟️

Be sure to drop by our table
while you’re there!

09/15/2025

One of our IBCLCs, Meagan, is presenting a poster at ILCA 2025 on integrating babywearing into prenatal breastfeeding education 💜.

To make this project stronger, she’s gathering feedback from perinatal providers — IBCLCs, doulas, midwives, nurses, etc. The survey takes just a few minutes, and your input will help shape how babywearing is introduced in prenatal education to support breastfeeding success and family well-being.

👉 Tap the survey link in our bio to share your voice!

09/02/2025

Wherever you’re allowed to be, your baby is allowed to eat. 💛

Federal and state laws protect your right to breastfeed in public — without a cover and without harassment. Confidence comes with knowing the law is on your side.

08/25/2025

💗 Celebrating Our Local Breastfeeding Moms! 💗

This National Breastfeeding Month (Aug 25–29), we’re teaming up with amazing local businesses to spotlight the incredible moms in our community. 🍼✨

🎁 One lucky winner will receive: A prize bundle filled with goodies from right here in the DMV—created with love to support YOU.

-A 20% off gift certificate to purchase the beautiful floral nursing set (color of your choice)
-A 30% off Neptune Carrier gift certificate + a children’s doll carrier and baby blankets
-Gift certificate for $100 for Snoo rental
-Gift certificate for $100 for Snugghug Cover Set .co
-Little beam nursing pillow

📅 Giveaway Dates: Aug 25–29

🤍 Tag a local mama who deserves a little extra love this month!

How to Enter:

1️⃣ Follow + all participating giveaway partners (listed in this post).

2️⃣ After you follow everyone, comment below “I entered!” so we can find you.

3️⃣ That’s it! One winner will be chosen at random and announced in our stories on Aug 30.

Details:
Giveaway ends August 29 at 11:59 PM EST. U.S. shipping only (no PO boxes). Ages 18+ eligible. Not affiliated with Instagram or Meta. Only and listed brands will contact winners

✨ Open to [location eligibility— “DMV residents” or Maryland, Washington D.C., and Virginia].

💌 This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Instagram.

08/11/2025

✨ “We’re Here for You—Wherever You Are” ✨

From MD and DC, all the way to Woodbridge and beyond, Metropolitan Breastfeeding is here to support your feeding journey. ❤️

📍 5 office locations across DC, MD, and VA—same compassionate care, closer to home.

Which one is closest to you? 🗺

08/07/2025

Not all births go as planned, and for up to 1 in 5 birthing parents, the experience can be deeply traumatic. Whether it’s due to unexpected interventions, feeling unheard, or medical emergencies, the emotional impact doesn’t disappear once baby arrives.

According to researchers, breastfeeding can support emotional recovery through the release of oxytocin and prolactin, hormones that help reduce stress and promote bonding.

But when breastfeeding is painful, unsupported, or triggering, it can worsen mental health symptoms like anxiety or post-traumatic stress.

✨ That’s why trauma-informed lactation care matters.

You deserve a provider who listens, affirms, and meets you where you are — with compassion, not pressure.

💬 If you’re struggling emotionally after birth, you are not alone, and help is available. 🫶

08/01/2025

💜✨ Happy World Breastfeeding Week (Aug 1–7)!

Here at Metropolitan Breastfeeding, we’re celebrating YOU and every feeding journey—because every drop, every latch, and every moment of connection matters. 💕

Tag us and share your story—let’s honor the beauty, challenges, and triumphs of feeding our little ones. 💪🤱

05/18/2025

🎉 TODAY’S THE DAY! 🎉
Come and meet Metropolitan Breastfeeding at the Baltimore Birth Festival! 💜👶

Stop by our booth to:
✨ Chat with our expert lactation team
✨ Learn about our breastfeeding support services
✨ Get a free fl**ge fitting
✨ Grab some goodies & enter our giveaway!

Whether you’re a new parent, expecting, or just want to learn more—come say hi! We can’t wait to connect with you 💕

📍 Baltimore Birth Festival
📅 Today!
🕐 Don’t miss us—we’re here all day!

05/11/2025

To all the incredible mothers, today is for you.

At Metropolitan Breastfeeding, we witness your strength, your vulnerability, your courage, and your unconditional love every day.

From those first newborn snuggles to the around-the-clock feeds, you’re giving your all... and then some. Whether you’re nursing, pumping, bottle-feeding, or simply finding your rhythm, you are doing beautifully.

Today, we honor you.
Not just for what you do, but for who you are.

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at Metropolitan Breastfeeding may you feel seen, supported, and deeply appreciated today and every day.

05/08/2025

Let’s talk about it: Mom guilt.

That voice that whispers,
“You should be doing more…”
“You shouldn’t take a break…”
“They need you, all the time.”

But here’s the truth, mama:
You can’t pour from an empty cup.

Taking care of yourself is not selfish, it’s essential.
Whether it’s a quiet moment with your coffee, a shower in peace, or asking for help — you are allowed.
Not only allowed — you deserve it.

At Metropolitan Breastfeeding, we support more than just feeding journeys — we support you.
Your wellness, your rest, your healing, your joy.

You matter, too.

Address

4927 Auburn Avenue, Ste 100
Bethesda, MD
20814

Telephone

+13019439293

Website

http://www.metropolitanbreastfeeding.com/

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