Milk Guide

Milk Guide A team of International Board Certified Lactation Consultants who provide compassionate care to help you meet your goals for feeding your baby.

Your baby's feeding challenges might not just be about the latch.Tight shoulders, body tension, or positioning issues ca...
01/21/2026

Your baby's feeding challenges might not just be about the latch.

Tight shoulders, body tension, or positioning issues can make feeding harder for both of you. That's why we're excited to host Beyond the Latch — a class led by the pediatric physical therapists at Firm Foundations PT, right here at our Mishawaka office.

What you'll learn:
✨ Gentle myofascial release techniques for your baby
✨ Positioning strategies that support both feeding and development
✨ How body tension and alignment impact latch and milk transfer

This class is perfect if your baby has:
👀 Trouble latching on one or both sides
👀 Myofascial tightness or tension
👀 A tongue or lip tie (before or after release)
👀 Feeding discomfort or challenges with bottles

We are offering scholarships to the first 3 families who inquire — meaning you could attend completely free. 💗

Classes will be $30 each and held monthly, so you can plan ahead.

Ready to explore the full picture of your baby's feeding? Head to www.firmfoundationspt.com to learn more and claim your spot.

Anyone else just feeling like a giant b**b on a couch today, or just us? 🤣
01/17/2026

Anyone else just feeling like a giant b**b on a couch today, or just us? 🤣

Sorry, I have plans at home 🥰
01/17/2026

Sorry, I have plans at home 🥰

Most people think lactation consultants just help with latch problems. But that's like saying doctors just check your te...
01/16/2026

Most people think lactation consultants just help with latch problems. But that's like saying doctors just check your temperature.⁠
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We're infant feeding specialists, which means we go WAY beyond the breast to identify and solve the root cause of problems, not just mask symptoms.⁠
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That "latch issue" might actually be positioning. That "low supply" could be tongue tie affecting milk transfer. That feeding struggle might be tied to your emotional wellbeing.⁠
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Comprehensive care means looking at the whole picture — your baby's oral function, your physical and mental health, your family's goals, and your real-life circumstances.⁠
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That's also why we especially love in-home and virtual appointments where you're at home. We want to help you where you're going to do most of your feedings! ⁠
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You deserve support that addresses the actual problem, not just puts a temporary fix on the symptoms.⁠
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Over 90% of families pay nothing out-of-pocket thanks to insurance coverage, with free insurance verification before your first appointment. Appointments are available in office, in your home or virtually, depending on your location and preferences.⁠
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DM us to get scheduled — whether you want prenatal education or a consult with you and baby!

Counting dirty diapers isn't weird — it's one of the most reliable ways to know your baby is getting enough milk.⁠⁠In th...
01/09/2026

Counting dirty diapers isn't weird — it's one of the most reliable ways to know your baby is getting enough milk.⁠
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In those early days when you're wondering "is my baby actually eating?" or "is my milk enough?" — diapers don't lie. They're giving you real-time feedback about what's happening with feeding.⁠
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If your baby isn't hitting these numbers, it's not time to panic — but it is time to get support.⁠
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Low diaper output can signal latch issues, tongue tie, or milk transfer problems that are totally fixable with the right help from someone who specializes in lactation and focuses on YOUR goals and wishes, not their own agenda.⁠
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Hi, we're Milk Guide — infant feeding specialists serving Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Tennessee, Kentucky, and North Carolina (virtual visits available nationwide!). We accept insurance, and over 90% of our families have no out-of-pocket costs.⁠
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DM us or visit www.miilkguide.com for a free benefits check!

01/02/2026

The soundtrack to successful breastfeeding is all about the swallows.
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That rhythmic “kuh” sound you hear in this video? That’s your baby actively transferring milk, not just comfort sucking.⁠
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Learning to recognize your baby’s swallow sounds is a game-changer for building confidence in your feeding journey. Each audible gulp is confirmation that your little one is getting milk.⁠
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No swallows during nursing? That’s your cue to check positioning, latch, or possibly seek help.⁠
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It’s okay to let baby comfort suck, but you want to make sure that they’re getting adequate milk during feedings.⁠
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Concerned about baby getting enough milk? We can help!

Hi, we’re Milk Guide — infant feeding specialists serving Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Tennessee, Kentucky, and North Carolina (virtual visits available nationwide!). We accept insurance, and over 90% of our families have no out-of-pocket costs.⁠
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DM us or visit the link in our bio for a free benefits check!

What a year!2025 was a year of major growth for us — between adding lactation consultants and SLPs to our team and openi...
12/31/2025

What a year!

2025 was a year of major growth for us — between adding lactation consultants and SLPs to our team and opening up new office spaces in Mishawaka, IN, Fort Wayne, IN, and Effingham, IL, we were able to support over 2,000 families in 2025.

Thank you to everyone who chose Milk Guide to help you with your infant feeding goals and challenges this year. It’s an honor and a privilege to be able to support families like yours.

We hope you have a wonderful New Year’s Eve. Cheers to 2026! 🎆

If you're putting together your baby registry, here's one thing you can leave off of it: a bassinet that has motion func...
12/29/2025

If you're putting together your baby registry, here's one thing you can leave off of it: a bassinet that has motion functionality to rock and soothe your baby.⁠
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We get it — those smart bassinets promising magical sleep solutions are TEMPTING. Taking care of a newborn and getting next to no sleep is exhausting!⁠
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But those rocking, vibrating, shushing features are basically trying to replicate YOU, mama.⁠
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Why we're concerned:⁠
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🤱 These devices can mask your baby's natural feeding cues⁠
🥛 Less time at the breast = potential milk supply issues⁠
💞 Your baby needs YOUR movement, YOUR warmth, and YOUR touch for proper development⁠
😴 Those natural wake-ups? They're actually protecting your baby and supporting your breastfeeding journey⁠
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Babies aren't meant to spend hours disconnected from human touch, even if the bassinet is doing its best mom impression.⁠
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And it's not just fancy bassinets — we're seeing babies spending more and more time in "containers" (think car seats when not in cars, exercisers, bouncy seats).⁠
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While these have their place, they shouldn't be your baby's primary hangout spot. They should be with you!⁠
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Remember: You're not "creating bad habits" by holding your baby. You're building a foundation of security, supporting healthy development, AND protecting your milk supply.⁠
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Need help figuring out safe sleep that works for everyone? We're here for you. Schedule a Lactation & Lullabies virtual appointment at www.milkguide.com.

Hi, we're Milk Guide — infant feeding specialists serving Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Tennessee, Kentucky, and North Carolina (virtual visits available nationwide!). We accept insurance, and over 90% of our families have no out-of-pocket costs. Yes, including for our Lactation & Lullabies appointments!

Your body is out here manufacturing custom nutrition from scratch while you can't even remember where you put your phone...
12/27/2025

Your body is out here manufacturing custom nutrition from scratch while you can't even remember where you put your phone five minutes ago.

Like, you're making MILK. From your BODY. While also keeping a tiny human alive, running on 3 hours of sleep, and somehow managing to put on pants most days.

Meanwhile, non-lactating humans are over here getting participation trophies for drinking water and hitting their step count.

Sure, breastfeeding comes with its own special brand of chaos — the leaking, the middle-of-the-night sessions, the constant snacking, the "is this normal?" moments.

But you're literally producing liquid gold on demand, and that's pretty incredible when you actually think about it.

Your body is out here doing the absolute most while you're just trying to survive the day. That deserves some recognition.

And if your superpower needs a little support or fine-tuning? That's what we're here for.

Hi, we're Milk Guide — infant feeding specialists serving Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Tennessee, Kentucky, and North Carolina (virtual visits available nationwide!). We accept insurance, and over 90% of our families have no out-of-pocket costs.

DM us or visit www.milkguide.com for a free benefits check!

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