Morgan Scarborough, IBCLC

Morgan Scarborough, IBCLC Private Practice Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and Postpartum Doula serving families in the FLW, St Robert, Mid MO area

Every Mother has a breastfeeding story, whether it a great one or one that was filled with stress and defeat. No matter that story, you deserve someone to be with you, to support you, and to provide counseling when needed. As a International Board Certified Lactation Consultant , I want to be that person to be able to give you a beautiful and loving breastfeeding journey and meet the goals you have set for yourself.

Lactation Support in St. Robert & Surrounding Areas Hi! I’m Morgan, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultan...
04/01/2026

Lactation Support in St. Robert & Surrounding Areas

Hi! I’m Morgan, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) based in St. Robert. I’m highly trained in complex feeding cases, whether you’re breastfeeding, pumping, bottle feeding, or using formula.

I’ve had extensive training in:
✨ Low milk supply
✨ Tethered oral ties
✨ Bottle refusal
✨ Latch and transfer challenges

I offer in-clinic visits in St. Robert and in-home consultations in FLW, Rolla, Lebanon, and surrounding areas, because sometimes the best support happens right in your own space.

🍼 Common reasons to see an IBCLC:
• Pain with feeding
• Baby not gaining weight
• Low milk supply concerns
• Oversupply or clogged ducts
• Difficulty latching
• Bottle refusal
• Preparing for baby (prenatal education)
• Returning to work/pumping plans
• Combo feeding support

I am currently in-network with United Healthcare, Aetna, and Cigna
Awaiting in-network status with TRICARE

If you’re pregnant, I always encourage this:
Start planning and saving for support, not just things.

Because having the right guidance in those early weeks can make a world of difference in your postpartum feeding journey. 🤍

Message me anytime with questions — I’m here for you
https://abeillespeechandfeeding.janeapp.com/locations/the-fort/book #/staff_member/15

04/01/2026

Free Feeding Support Days at the Fort Location are some
Of my favorite days. Outside may be dark, wet, and gloomy, but I promise inside will be filled with warmth, community, and sunshine.

Weekly Infant Feeding Support GroupJoin us for our FREE weekly support group, a space to gather, connect, and get real s...
03/31/2026

Weekly Infant Feeding Support Group

Join us for our FREE weekly support group, a space to gather, connect, and get real support in your feeding journey.

🗓 Every Wednesday
⏰ 10:00–11:00 AM
📍 595 VFW Memorial Drive, St. Robert

Whether you’re breastfeeding, pumping, bottle feeding, combo feeding, or using formula...you are welcome here.

☕ Coffee
🤍 Community
🍼 Support

Come as you are. Bring your baby, your questions, and yourself. You don’t have to do this alone 💛

Let’s talk about something that’s hard to hear… but important.Most moms who feel like they “didn’t make enough milk”… of...
03/30/2026

Let’s talk about something that’s hard to hear… but important.

Most moms who feel like they “didn’t make enough milk”… often didn’t receive the right support along the way.

True, physiological low milk supply is rare, affecting only about 1–5% of moms. This is usually due to underlying conditions like insufficient glandular tissue, certain hormonal conditions, or prior breast surgery.

For many families, feeding challenges are not about not enough milk— they’re about not enough support, assessment, and guidance.

Because here’s the reality:

You can’t address feeding challenges with quick fixes alone.
It’s not just supplements or “try this one thing.”

Successful feeding often involves looking at the whole picture:
✨ Effective latch and positioning
✨ Baby’s oral function (including ties when appropriate)
✨ Body tension and movement
✨ Frequent, responsive feeding
✨ Support through normal newborn behaviors like cluster feeding

And yes — those long, frequent feeds? They are often normal and necessary, not a sign something is wrong.

In a system that focuses heavily on ounces and schedules, it’s easy to forget that:
🤍 Breastmilk is dynamic — it changes throughout the day
🤍 Breastfed babies don’t always increase volume the same way bottle-fed babies do
🤍 Diapers and weight gain tell us far more than a pump ever will

If your baby is growing and having appropriate output… that matters.

And if things don’t feel right?
You deserve skilled, evidence-based support from someone trained to assess the full picture.

This isn’t about blame.
This is about changing the narrative.

Because feeding hasn’t suddenly become harder.

Families are just navigating it with less consistent, less specialized support than they deserve.

You are not broken.
Your baby is not broken.
But support matters.

Hey Meet, Me, St Robert and Fort Leonard Wood's IBCLC!!I promise, I DO NOT talk this slow in real life.
03/30/2026

Hey Meet, Me, St Robert and Fort Leonard Wood's IBCLC!!

I promise, I DO NOT talk this slow in real life.

NICU Feeding & The Misinformation That Hurts FamiliesOne of the biggest challenges I see with NICU families isn’t just t...
03/29/2026

NICU Feeding & The Misinformation That Hurts Families

One of the biggest challenges I see with NICU families isn’t just the stress of having a baby there, it’s the misinformation around breastfeeding and pumping.

Let’s ground this in what we know:

Newborn stomach sizes are small — even in the NICU
Day 1: about the size of a cherry (5–7 mL)
Day 3: about the size of a walnut (22–27 mL)
Week 1+: gradually increasing as baby grows

This means early milk volumes are supposed to be small.

But many parents are told:
• “You’re not making enough”
• “Baby needs more volume”
• “You should be pumping X ounces by now”

And that’s where the disconnect happens.

✨ Pumping output in the early days does NOT reflect long-term supply
✨ Colostrum is made in small, concentrated amounts for a reason
✨ Feeding amounts should be age, size, and time appropriate, not rushed

In the NICU, where numbers, charts, and volumes matter, it’s easy to lose sight of normal physiology.

Yes, some babies need higher volumes or supplementation….and that’s okay. But that guidance should always be balanced with what is developmentally appropriate for that baby.

Parents deserve to know:
You are not failing if you’re making drops.
You are not behind if ounces take time.
You are building supply, not proving it overnight.

NICU feeding is complex, but it should always be rooted in evidence, not pressure.

If you’re navigating NICU feeding, you deserve support that protects both your baby and your confidence.



The First 24 Hours MatterThe first 24 hours after birth play a major role in long-term milk supply.Research shows that:•...
03/27/2026

The First 24 Hours Matter

The first 24 hours after birth play a major role in long-term milk supply.

Research shows that:
• Feeding within the first hour supports milk production
• 8–12 stimulations in the first 24 hours builds supply
• Hand expression in the early hours can increase milk volume

If baby is sleepy, hand expression and spoon or syringe feeding colostrum can protect supply.

Early stimulation = long term impact.

Your Mental Health Impacts FeedingPostpartum hormonal shifts are significant. Sleep deprivation compounds stress.Anxiety...
03/25/2026

Your Mental Health Impacts Feeding

Postpartum hormonal shifts are significant. Sleep deprivation compounds stress.

Anxiety, overwhelm, and isolation can:
• Affect milk ejection reflex
• Increase tension during feeds
• Impact feeding confidence

Support systems, lactation care, nutrition, hydration, and rest all influence feeding outcomes.

Feeding support is not just about milk. It’s about protecting the parent, too.

03/25/2026

If you’re looking for your village, come join us at our FREE weekly Infant Feeding Support Group here in St. Robert:

It’s about:
✨ Support
✨ Education
✨ Community
✨ Having someone in your corner when things feel hard

Because feeding your baby isn’t always easy… but you were never meant to do it alone.

🗓 Every Wednesday
⏰ 10:00–11:00 AM
☕ Freshly brewed coffee
🍪 Snacks (because feeding moms matters too!)
🤍 Real support & connection

Whether you’re breastfeeding, pumping, combo feeding, bottle feeding, or using formula, you belong here. Every feeding journey is welcome, and every parent deserves a safe, supportive space.



Introducing a BottleIf breastfeeding is established and you plan to introduce a bottle, many providers recommend waiting...
03/23/2026

Introducing a Bottle

If breastfeeding is established and you plan to introduce a bottle, many providers recommend waiting until:
• Feeding is going well
• Milk supply is stable
• Baby is gaining appropriately

But when you may ask? Individualized plans matter.

Paced bottle feeding helps:
• Protect breastfeeding
• Reduce overfeeding
• Support oral coordination

Bottles and Bottle Ni***es Matter Too!

Bottle feeding can be supportive when done intentionally.

Let’s talk about something real for a second Lactation support, when it’s not covered by insurance, can feel expensive. ...
03/22/2026

Let’s talk about something real for a second

Lactation support, when it’s not covered by insurance, can feel expensive. It requires planning. It requires intention. And I completely understand the thought of, why should I have to pay for this?”

You shouldn’t have to.
It should be easier.
It should be covered.

But when we start labeling lactation support as a "luxury", we miss what it truly is:

✨ Healthcare
✨ Education
✨ Prevention
✨ Ongoing, hands-on support during one of the most vulnerable seasons of your life

When building a baby registry, we often focus on items — swings, bottles, clothes, gadgets. But one of the most valuable things you can invest in… is support.

Because when feeding gets hard (and for many families, it does), having someone there matters.

As a Lactation Consultant, I provide:
🤍 Emotional support when things feel overwhelming
🤍 Physical, hands-on help with feeding
🤍 Education so you understand what’s happening
🤍 Guidance for informed, confident decisions
🤍 Evidence-based care tailored to you and your baby
🤍 Prenatal preparation and postpartum follow-up
🤍 Practical, real-life solutions

Research consistently shows that lactation support improves breastfeeding outcomes and increases the likelihood of families reaching their feeding goals.

I can’t promise a specific outcome.
But I can promise this:

You will be supported.
You will be heard.
You will be empowered.
And you will never feel like you’re doing this alone.

Prenatal Lactation Education MattersResearch shows prenatal breastfeeding education increases:• Initiation rates• Durati...
03/20/2026

Prenatal Lactation Education Matters

Research shows prenatal breastfeeding education increases:
• Initiation rates
• Duration of breastfeeding
• Parental confidence

Learning about:
• Latch basics
• Normal newborn behavior
• Pumping strategy
• Bottle introduction timing

…before baby arrives reduces panic and misinformation at 2am.

Preparation reduces overwhelm.

To book and individual prenatal or to inquire about group sessions, send me a PM or book directly here: https://abeillespeechandfeeding.com/the-abeille-feeding-clinic-st-robert-mo

Address

595 VFW Memorial Drive
Saint Robert, MO
65583

Telephone

7275603456

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