Buffalo's Breastfeeding Sisters

11/22/2025

Breastfeeding + Infant Wellness: A Powerful Partnership 🤱🏽✨

Studies continue to show that breastfed babies often demonstrate greater attentiveness, higher IQs, and stronger cognitive development well into childhood. These benefits come from the incredible nutrients found only in breast milk and the regulating, intimate bond created during nursing.

What many parents don’t realize is how much an infant’s body alignment can impact their ability to latch, feed, and thrive.

Gentle chiropractic care can support this natural process by:

• Improving an infant’s ability to turn their head comfortably
• Easing tension that may affect latch
• Supporting digestion and nervous-system regulation
• Helping babies nurse more efficiently

Together, breastfeeding and aligned, supported infant bodies create a foundation for healthy growth from the very start. 💛

11/19/2025

🌿 Breastfeeding Mom Starter Pack ✨

Every nursing mama knows these are the real essentials:

💧 Water – Hydration stays on standby at all times.
🍎 Snack – Something you can grab with one hand, always.
🍼 Pump – For the moments you need a break or need to store that liquid gold.
✨ Ni**le Cream – Comfort is key, especially in the early days.
🎓 IBCLC/CLC/PEER– Because having a lactation professional in your corner changes everything.

11/02/2025

Breastfeeding is a journey of connection and care.

✨ Ensure a proper latch
💧 Stay hydrated and nourished
🤱 Feed on demand
🌿 Find comfortable positions
💖 Care for your breasts and body

Remember — support is always available.
You don’t have to do it alone. 💕com

11/02/2025

10/20/2025

🍼 Understanding Cluster Feeding

If your baby suddenly wants to nurse every hour (or even more), don’t worry — this is called cluster feeding. It’s completely normal and an important part of how breastfeeding works.

💡 During cluster feeding, your baby is:
• Stimulating your body to increase milk supply
• Helping your milk adjust to their growth spurt
• Seeking comfort and connection as their needs change

It can feel exhausting, but this phase doesn’t last forever — and it means your baby’s body and yours are perfectly in sync. 🤎

Stay hydrated, rest when you can, and trust the process — your body knows what to do.

10/02/2025

✨ Teething & Complementary Feeding for Our Breastfeeding Babies ✨

Teething can bring on drooling, fussiness, and the need for extra comfort — and often, that comfort is the breast. Nursing during this stage not only soothes sore gums but also provides immune support while little ones adjust to new changes.

Around 6 months, many babies begin showing readiness for complementary foods (while still breastfeeding as their main source of nutrition). Signs of readiness include:

🍎 Sitting up with minimal support
🥄 Showing interest in your food
👅 Ability to move food from spoon to swallow
✋🏾 Reaching or grabbing food

Breastmilk (or formula if using) is still the foundation, but soft fruits, iron-rich foods, and gentle textures can be introduced alongside nursing.

💡 Tip: If teething makes feeding uncomfortable, offering chilled (not frozen) teething rings or cool washcloths before nursing can ease gum pain.

🌸 Remember, every baby is unique. Trust your instincts, follow your baby’s cues, and lean on your sisters for support during this season of growth.

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10/01/2025

Breastfeeding is more than milk — it’s comfort, connection, and the most natural bond between mama and baby.

💕 Each feeding is a reminder that our bodies are beautifully designed to nurture life, offering everything our little ones need straight from the tap.

✨ From nourishment to love, these moments are sacred, powerful, and worth celebrating.

07/31/2025

🫧 In recognition of Black Breastfeeding Week, Calming Nature Doula Service & Center and Catholic Health Matenal Health Equity Center invites you to Bubbles for Breastfeeding—an afternoon of community, support, and joyful celebration. 🫧

Let’s come together in love, laughter, and bubbles to honor the beauty and power of Black breastfeeding.

🫧 Bring the babies. Bring your village. Let’s build community and have some fun! 🫧

Registration Required:

📅 August 30th, 2025 | ⏰ 11AM–2PM
📍 The Pocket Park, 589 Ellicott St, Buffalo, NY

03/21/2025

🎉Can’t wait to meet all the new peers today🎉

Our first-ever in-house Breastfeeding Peer Training! We’re so excited to welcome this amazing group of individuals ready to make a difference in their community. Let’s learn, grow, and support each other on this incredible journey! 🌟

02/11/2025

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Comment below ⬇️and let us know🤭



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11/07/2024

If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, help is AVAILABLE!!

You are not alone in this battle❤️



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10/31/2024

Hey Mama's 👋🏾

⏩Don't forget to pump before heading out to🍬 trick or treat 🍬 tonight 😉

🎃 Happy Halloween 🎃
from
Buffalo's Breastfeeding Sisters 🤱🏾