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The Mama Coach - Tara Langston

Registered Nurse and Board Certified Lactation Consultant

03/17/2026

Myth: “If breastfeeding doesn’t come naturally, something is wrong.”

Truth: While babies have feeding instincts, breastfeeding is still a learned skill for both of you.

Natural does NOT mean easy!

Sometimes it takes:
• practice
• positioning adjustments
• time
• guidance

Struggling at first doesn’t mean it’s not meant for you.
✨ Learning something new doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong.

I’m here if you need 🩷🩷

03/09/2026

Myth: If your baby is hungry again quickly, something went wrong with the last feed.
Truth: Babies sometimes want to eat again because… they’re babies.

Frequent feeding can happen because:
• babies are growing
• they want comfort
• their stomachs are tiny
• they’re building milk supply

Feeding again soon doesn’t automatically mean the last feed “failed.”
✨ Sometimes it just means your baby is doing normal baby things

03/02/2026

Myth: Frequent feeding means your body isn’t keeping up.

Truth: Cluster feeding is usually a normal, temporary phase—especially in the early weeks.

Babies cluster feed to:
• boost milk supply
• get through growth spurts
• regulate their nervous system
• tank up in the evenings to start regulating their sleep/wake cycle

It feels intense, exhausting, and confusing—but it doesn’t automatically mean anything is wrong.

Before you panic or assume failure, pause.
This is likely your body and baby working exactly as designed.

If you’re not sure, reach out!
✨ Support can make this phase feel a whole lot less overwhelming🩷

02/27/2026

That first hour after birth is often called the golden hour—and for good reason.

During this time, babies are:
• alert
• instinctively ready to feed
• primed for skin-to-skin and bonding

Support during this window can make a big difference in how feeding gets started.
And if it didn’t go as planned? You didn’t miss your chance.

✨ There are always ways to support feeding - no matter how things began.

Want someone by your side as you navigate those early feeds? I’d love to support you!

02/26/2026

One of the top questions I get is: How do I know they’re getting enough?
It’s easy with a bottle, right? The lines with the ounces listed are right there. Bing, bam, boom. Done.
It’s not the same with breastfed babies. Especially when it’s your first baby, and it’s those first few days at home. it helps to know what else to look for.

Here are just 3:

1. Regular wet and dirty diapers - what is ‘regular’?
Days 1-4, go by that number. One on day 1, two on day 2, etc. This is a minimum. By day 4, you’ll likely be around 5-6.

2. Baby is content after effective feeds.
Content usually equals sleepy that first week. But making sure they have an effective feed before they’re too sleepy is key. This means you hear sucking and swallowing, and they are active in that pattern for a stretch of 5-6 minutes before getting sleepy.

3. Regular, steady weight gain
Your baby’s healthcare provider will be weighing your baby a lot the first week or two, and there’s a great reason. This is one of the primary ways we know that your baby’s getting enough milk. But it’s also the hardest one for parents, because it’s not an immediate benchmark. Even once in 24 hours seems like an eternity when we’re dealing in ounces, and 8-12 feeds in that time frame.

Feeding doesn’t have to feel like guesswork.
And if you’re unsure, you don’t have to figure it out alone.

✨ Confidence comes from support, not perfection

02/25/2026

There’s a lot of pressure to love every second of this season.

But some moments are difficult.
Some are exhausting.
Some are overwhelming.

Not enjoying every moment doesn’t mean you’re ungrateful for that sweet baby or failing as a parent.
It means you’re human, and this raising a tiny human thing is really, really hard.

It’s normal to love your baby deeply and find parts of this really tough.

✨ You’re doing a great job. 🩷

02/23/2026

Myth: Holding your baby too much will spoil them.

Truth: Newborns aren’t capable of manipulation. They cry because they need something—food, comfort, warmth, reassurance.

Responding to your baby doesn’t create bad habits.
It builds trust and security.

You’re not spoiling your baby.
You’re showing them the world is safe—and that you show up.

That’s not a problem. That’s parenting. 🩷

✨ If this made you breathe a little easier, you’re doing a great job

02/18/2026

If you’re reading this while holding a baby, scrolling for answers, wondering if you’re missing something - it’s okay. Take a breath.

You don’t need to have every answer right now.
You don’t need to be “better” at this than you were today.

You’re learning your baby, and that takes time.

You are exactly what your baby needs.
You’re going GREAT, mama💖

11/28/2025

This happy girl is the long weekend vibe!
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11/26/2025

Oh. My. Goodness. 🥺 Getting to do what I love to do is already amazing. Being recognized for it is a cherry on top that I didn’t know existed. So much gratitude. 💖

https://video.bmapinc.com/americasbestinmedicine/30014652-6-447-r2.mp4

11/25/2025

The snow is here, which means it officially feels like winter!! Whether you want to curl up in the couch in front of a fire (yes please!), or throw on a coat and get right out in it (are you okay??😝), we’re settling into it either way.

Now through Dec 31, book any package with me and receive 50% off! Use code Winter50 at checkout.

11/02/2025

Could you be doing everything right and still be experiencing pain? Absolutely! If you’ve ensured that the position and latch are good, your baby is gaining weight well, and you’re still in pain, what do you do?

First, try not to stress (I know, easier said 😵‍💫). Is the pain right when baby latches? Is it a sharp, “oh my god,” toe-curling pain? Do you realize you haven’t exhaled for three seconds? Then suddenly, everything relaxes, baby gets into a rhythm, and it’s all fine…. That’s completely normal, and will get better!

Your tissue is getting used to the newness of it. Your ni***es can be sore from the constant contact, and/or baby can have an overly vigorous suck.

For most moms, the initial latch pain resolves after about 2 weeks. If baby has a particularly strong suck, it may take up to 4-6 weeks to resolve. Try lanolin ointment, letting breast milk air dry on the ni***es, or cooling gel pads to soothe.

However - if you’re experiencing persistent pain that doesn’t subside 10-15 seconds once baby is latched, or if your baby is over 2-3 weeks old and there’s no improvement, that’s the time we need to see what the underlying issue is. Even if there’s no pain, if your baby isn’t gaining weight or starts losing weight, it’s imperative to get medical attention.

Don’t hesitate to reach out and book a free initial call if you need any assistance!

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