Babies Suck Lactation

02/05/2026

Thanks Lucy for putting into words my deep conflict with this article. While other breastfeeding advocates read this article and start husband bashing, I think you're right that the root is a societal problem. We dont support any parents. Not just lactating ones.

"The secret to marriage equality is formula"

EXCUSE ME?? The New York Times really looked at exhausted new parents and said "have you tried buying something?"

I wrote an entire book about combi feeding). Formula is *essential*. But THIS? This is just capitalism doing what it does best... taking a massive systemic failure and selling a solution.

You know what the ACTUAL secret to marriage equality is?

Paid parental leave. For everyone. REAL leave.

And a society that doesn't abandon new families the second they leave the hospital.

Where's the community support?

The postnatal care that extends past six weeks?

Where's the societal recognition that caregiving is REAL, valuable labour and not something that just happens in the background while everyone else does "real work"?

But no. Apparently the answer is a product you can buy. Which is very convenient for the system that created the problem in the first place.

Formula can absolutely be part of supporting families. I'm not arguing that. What I'm saying is the support is SO bad that infant feeding can be seen as an emergency only capitalism can solve. *And we're calling it feminism.*

If parents were actually supported, feeding method wouldn't be a crisis. It would be a choice. Made from a place of rest and resources not desperation and isolation.

06/10/2025

🌞 HOT WEATHER FEEDING TIPS FOR BABIES 🌞

When it’s hot outside, your baby might change how they eat—and that’s totally normal!
Here are a few things to watch for:

🍼 Smaller, more frequent feeds – Just like us, babies often prefer to eat in shorter sessions when it’s warm.
💧 No water needed (under 6 months) – Breast milk or formula keeps them perfectly hydrated—extra water isn’t safe for young babies.
🌄 More feeding in cooler hours – Babies may be hungrier in the early morning or late evening when it’s not as warm.
🩳 Keep baby cool during feeds – Strip down to a diaper, wear breathable clothes, and try feeding in a cooler room or with a fan.

When in doubt, trust your gut—and reach out if you need support. 💛

04/28/2025

🌟 Big News! 🌟
After a lot of late nights and lots of… my brand new website is officially LIVE! 🎉

I built this space to make it even easier for you to find breastfeeding support, book services, and get real, relatable info about feeding your little ones. 💜 Whether you're prepping for your first baby, working through feeding struggles, or trying to survive toddler mealtime battles—you’ll find support, tips, and resources ready for you.

👉 Check it out at www.babiessucklactation.com!
👉 Peek at my services, binge the blog, or just say hi through the contact page!

Thanks for being here, cheering me on, and trusting me with your families. 💕 Let’s make feeding feel a little less overwhelming (and a lot more supported!).

01/31/2025

Just a quick reminder today not to power through 😬
Unlatch and try again.
Positively reinforce your baby with a meal when they latch in a way that is comfortable for you.
You are 50% of the team and your feelings are valid too mama ❤

10/24/2024

Thursday Quote Day

10/08/2024

Engorgement at it's worst only lasts a couple days during the first week of lactation. Why spend money on such a short use item?
Grab some cabbage. Simple. Cheap. Sustainable.

09/18/2024

Before you stress out about following "the rules," its important to know what the rules are about.
Then decide what works for you and what doesn't.
Send me a DM if you got a question about a so called breastfeeding "rule" and I'll give you the back story so you can decide what is safe and do-able for your family 👍

07/23/2024

If you’re looking for some quick personalized guidance, I’ve got two slots open for virtual one-on-one lactation sessions.

I know I had questions pop up that entire year nursing my baby where I needed somebody to look at what I had going on.

$25 for 25 minutes. Or I can bill your insurance if you have Regence and live in WA.

If you’re interested, just reply with “talk” and we’ll go from there.

06/18/2024

New Blog Post! Click below to read my latest post about newborn p**p. Learn what is normal and about the full spectrum of colors you'll see in your baby's diapers those first 1-2 weeks.
https://babiessucklactation.com/blog/p**p-rainbow

06/11/2024

My 'breast is as bucket' analogy is helpful for understanding why breasts are never empty and the supply/demand relationship of how much milk we milk.

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