Carolina Lactation Solutions, LLC

03/23/2026

Breastfeeding support shouldn’t be stressful or hard to access. Message me today to schedule your appointment. 🤍

As an IBCLC I offer personalized lactation support and I come to you!

✔️ In-home visits (no packing up a newborn!)
✔️ Insurance accepted
✔️ HSA/FSA payments accepted

I can help with:
• Painful latch or feeding struggles
• Baby not gaining weight well
• Milk supply concerns (low or oversupply)
• Pumping plans + fl**ge sizing
• Returning to work while breastfeeding
• Bottle transitions
• Tongue tie concerns
• Weighted feedings for peace of mind

You don’t have to figure this out alone or spend hours searching for answers online. We’ll create a plan that actually fits your life and your baby.

Use the link below to check your insurance coverage for Aetna, United Healthcare, etc:
https://go.lactationnetwork.com/CarolinaLactationSolutionsLLC

For Cigna use this link below:
https://portal.wildflowerhealth.net/affiliate-care/7029dcd

Serving Cleveland and Gaston County with in-home + virtual support.

Support that comes to you, covered by insurance, and centered around your goals. 🤍

03/17/2026

How do I know if my baby is getting enough milk? 🤱💛

When you’re breastfeeding, it can be hard to know if your baby is transferring enough milk.

Here are some reassuring signs that your baby is getting enough milk:

💧 6+ wet diapers each day
After the early newborn days, most babies who are feeding well will have at least six wet diapers in a 24 hour period.

💩 Regular stools
In the early weeks, many breastfed babies have several stools a day. They’re often yellow, loose, and seedy. Stool patterns can change as babies get older, but frequent stools early on are a reassuring sign milk intake is good.

👶 You can hear or see swallowing during feeds
Active nursing with little pauses for swallows is a great sign that milk is transferring.

⏰ Baby nurses often, usually 8–14 times in 24 hours
Newborns have tiny tummies and breastmilk digests quickly. Frequent feeding is normal and healthy.

🤍 Your breasts feel softer after feeding
Many parents notice their breasts feel less full once baby has had a good feed.

😌 Baby looks relaxed and content after nursing
Loose hands and sometimes a sleepy baby are all signs of a good feed.

📈 Baby is gaining weight and following their growth curve.

If you have questions, would like to verify your insurance coverage, or just looking for guidance, feel free to reach out!

I would absolutely love to support you.

Alexis Parrish, IBCLC
Carolina Lactation Solutions
Support@carolinalactationsolutions.com
https://www.carolinalactationsolutions.com/

You can also send me a message here! 🤍

02/11/2026

A new study shows that preterm babies who breastfeed have better oxygen, heart rates and milk intake compared to bottle feeding. 💛
Small feeds, big impact! Link below!

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41318959/?fbclid=IwVERDUAP5e-1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEehHHM_nsInSX4bjSE7nQ3hnoSkxOs89AoaIHAlhzcUlOJ-3zlf7v0epl5uy0_aem_S3RmB2tMr09BhUwdPdlkmg

ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT05651035. Clinical Trials URL: https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05651035?cond=NCT05651035&rank=1.

01/12/2026

This year, let’s normalize asking for help 🤍

Feeding a baby can be amazing and exhausting all at once. No matter where you are in your journey, just starting out, hitting a rough patch, or somewhere in between, you deserve judgment-free support.

I accept Cigna, Anthem, Aetna, UHC, and more, so you don’t have to pay out of pocket for the support you need.

Check your insurance coverage here:

Aetna and more: https://go.lactationnetwork.com/CarolinaLactationSolutionsLLC

Cigna and Anthem: https://portal.wildflowerhealth.net/affiliate-care/7029dcd

I also offer self-pay options, and if paying isn’t possible right now, please reach out anyway. Support is for everyone! 💜

10/02/2025

Update!
If you're an Aetna member, your in-home lactation consultation may now be fully covered! 🤍
Contact me to verify your insurance coverage and schedule your appointment.

08/15/2025

Pumping Tip #2 - In the early days of pumping, consistency matters more than volume. Stay relaxed and your supply will follow!

08/12/2025

Whether you're just starting your pumping journey or trying to create a consistent routine during your workday, it can feel like a lot to manage. You don’t have to figure it out on your own.

As an IBCLC, I offer free virtual lactation support with select insurance for pumping parents including:

✅ Customized pumping schedules that fit your work and home life
✅ Fl**ge fitting to ensure comfort and maximize milk output
✅ Clear milk storage guidelines and organization tips
✅ Support to protect and maintain your milk supply

Book a virtual session with me today and feel confident in your pumping journey.

Send a message or visit https://www.carolinalactationsolutions.com/ to schedule your consult.

Tip #1:
Pumping every 3 to 4 hours and keeping a consistent schedule can make a big difference.

08/04/2025

Breastfeeding is a natural way to nourish your baby and it actually begins before birth! During pregnancy, your body starts producing colostrum, a thick, nutrient-rich "first milk" packed with immune support.

Once baby arrives, consistent nursing or pumping (every 2–3 hours) helps your full milk come in and keeps your supply strong.

-Stay hydrated
-Feed on demand
-Skin-to-skin helps too!

💬 Have questions or need support? I offer free lactation visits through accepted insurance!

Let’s make your breastfeeding journey a little easier 💕
Contact me anytime!

support@carolinalactationsolutions.com

07/31/2025

These are very common worries, and you're absolutely not alone in feeling them. The early days of breastfeeding are a time of big adjustment for both your body and your baby. Cluster feeding, frequent nursing, and some discomfort can be normal but painful latching or feeling deeply overwhelmed is a sign to reach out for support.

📩 If this sounds like what you’re going through, please don’t hesitate to email or message here to set up an appointment. You don’t have to do this alone.

💬 Whether you're right in the middle of those early days or reflecting back on your own journey, this space is here for sharing, asking, and supporting. No concern is too small. 💕

Let’s lift each other up through this journey. 💗

07/19/2025

I’m so excited to share that I’ve completed the TOTs (Tethered Oral Tissues) training with Chrysalis Orofacial!

I’m committed to learning more every day so I can be the best resource for the families I work with.

Here’s to continuing this path of growth, doing what I love, and striving to make a difference one family at a time. 🤍

07/16/2025

Although colostrum and mature milk are well studied, less is known about how colostrum composition varies across different birthweight categories in term infants.

This cross-sectional study (N = 252) compared colostrum collected on postpartum day 2 from individuals who delivered term infants classified as small (SGA), appropriate (AGA), or large (LGA) for gestational age.

Results showed:
🔹 Higher protein content in colostrum from the SGA and LGA groups compared to AGA
🔹 Higher carbohydrate content in the LGA group compared to AGA
🔹 No differences in fat or energy content

Multivariate analysis confirmed that SGA and LGA status were independently associated with higher protein levels, and LGA status was also associated with higher carbohydrate levels.

These findings suggest that macronutrient composition in colostrum may adapt based on infant size at birth, even when gestational age is similar. Further research is needed to understand the implications for early infant feeding and metabolism.

Citation: Arayici S, Alyamac Dizdar E, Kadioglu Simsek G, Sari FN. Relationship Between Birthweight for Gestational Age and Colostrum Macronutrient Composition: A Comparative Analysis in Small, Appropriate, and Large for Gestational Age Infants. Journal of Human Lactation. 2025;41(3):371-378. doi:10.1177/08903344251342561

07/15/2025

If you’re expecting, let’s chat BEFORE baby arrives! We'll go over what to expect in those first few days, how to get breastfeeding off to a great start, and answer all your questions, nothing is too small.

It’s a relaxed, supportive session (virtual or in-person!) to help you feel more confident and prepared. You’ve got this! 🤍

Please feel free to send me a message and I’ll help you get all setup! 🤍