Milk and Honey Lactation, NY

02/23/2026

It’s an honor to get to support families on the journeys! Lactation is one of many important puzzle pieces that make for a successful breastfeeding relationship.

02/20/2026

Last Fall, I completed an amazing continuing education course on bottle refusal. I am proud to now offer bottle refusal consults for families in the Capital Region and beyond! If you find your baby struggling to feed from anything other than your breast or “refusing” to feed from a bottle, there is hope! Reach out to schedule an in-home, office, or virtual consult. 🫶🏼

12/01/2025

We are approaching the “any day now!” phase of pregnancy as we wait for the arrival our third child 👶🏼! I am looking forward to slowing down and focusing on my own lactation journey!

I will be taking some time off beginning December 15th. If you have any needs that come up between 12/15 and 2/15, my dear friends and colleagues at and have graciously agreed to step in to support you! If you would like any files transferred to either of them, please reach out via email 💛

I have some exciting new tools in my tool belt that I’ve been working on this Fall, I am excited to share those with you when I return! 🍼🤱

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving!! As I reflect on just over a year of getting to serve families in the capital region, I am so thankful to have played a small role in so many journeys! If you’ve allowed me to be a part of yours, thank you!

11/10/2025

Did you know we treat babies?
Oral motor dysfunction can be present at birth. Symptoms include: difficulty nursing, bottle refusals, open mouth posture, snoring, lip blisters, milk tongue, reflux, drool.

Chat Speech SLPs have advanced training and experience with infant feeding. During the evaluation, we assess symptoms and function to identify your baby’s underlying cause(s) of feeding difficulties. Our comprehensive evaluation includes a structural oral exam, functional feeding assessment, oral reflex exam, and non-nutritive muscular assessment.

If treatment is indicated, we use evidence-based techniques including neuromuscular re-education and oral sensory-motor therapy to re-pattern the feeding and swallowing mechanisms that may be impeding optimal feeding. We build strong oral function from the start

10/23/2025

Just a few days after the birth of our second baby, it was clear that someone was off. I successfully breastfed my first, and I walked into my second rodeo NOT anticipating that I’d almost give up. By day 3, my daughter was coming off the breast with blood all over her face and I was in TERRIBLE pain. A lactation consultant came to our home and spent so many hours working with us, encouraging us, and pointing us in the right directions. Between our pediatric dentist, lactation consultant, and our chiropractor, we got our girl nursing without pain and blood 😅 It was amazing to watch all 3 of our care providers work collaboratively to help support my family. I truly would not have pressed on without them! As we wait the arrival of our 3rd baby, my mindset is so different. Now I know how many incredible care providers we have in our area who will be willing and ready to step in when we need support again. So thankful to be a part of this community both as a mother and as a lactation counselor. It is a joy to be able to support families like Sarah supported me!

09/29/2025

Registration is open for the Fall quarter “Fresh Start Feeding” class.

This class is for second time moms who would like to give breastfeeding another shot! Whether you had trouble meeting your breastfeeding goals the first (or second) time around, or just want to set new goals and move forward into your next feeding journey more support, this is the class for you. Open to moms who want to exclusively breastfeed, combo feed, or moms who aren’t sure yet!

Saturday, November 15th from 10-12pm at the Upstate Lactation Collective.

Register using this eventbrite link, and an insurance reimbursement form will be provided day of.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1740535882679?aff=oddtdtcreator

09/29/2025

Registration is open for the Fall quarter “Fresh Start Feeding” class.

This class is for second time moms who would like to give breastfeeding another shot! Whether you had trouble meeting your breastfeeding goals the first (or second) time around, or just want to set new goals and move forward into your next feeding journey more support, this is the class for you. Open to moms who want to exclusively breastfeed, combo feed, or moms who aren’t sure yet!

Saturday, November 15th from 10-12pm at

Register using this eventbrite link, and an insurance reimbursement form will be provided day of.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1740535882679?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/07/2025

Milk and honey clients, if you have had a positive experience with my help and consults, I’d be so appreciative if you took a moment to leave me a positive review on google! As a small business owner, your reviews mean so much to me! Every review will help me to extend care and support to more mothers in our community. Thank you!

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05/27/2025

NEW CLASS ALERT 🚨 🔥

Need an awesome baby shower gift?! Curious about cloth diapering but feeling overwhelmed by all the options? Join Joslin, The Barefoot Doula and Marissa from Milk and Honey Lactation for a fun, informative, and practical Cloth Diapering Class!

You’ll get the chance to:
• Try out a variety of cloth diaper styles (even the tricky ones!)
• Learn how to properly wash, care for, and troubleshoot your stash
• Get hands-on practice and answers to all your questions

Whether you’re expecting or already cloth diapering and looking for support, this class is for you!

Register at:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf6xSkTT_M4AOYkEKFTG2CLRpZQs3nRPcKpH6CPYaAF_8UjVw/viewform?usp=header

Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot now!

And a special thanks to Julia Gross, FNP and Heidi Back from Back Home Midwifery for hosting us! 🩷

05/27/2025

You’re not starting over — you’re starting fresh.

If your first feeding journey didn’t go how you hoped, and you’re wondering what it might be like to try again — you’re not alone.

The Fresh Start Feeding Class is designed for second-time moms who:
💛 Want to give breastfeeding another shot
💛 Are curious what could be different this time
💛 Want to prepare with more tools, confidence, and options

Whether you’re thinking of trying again, combo feeding, or still deciding what’s best — this class is a safe, encouraging space to explore what you really want this time around.

🗓️ Saturday, June 14 | Upstate Lactation Collective
🍼 Partners welcome | Small group setting
💻 Tap the link in bio or DM me to sign up — only 12 spots available!

You don’t have to figure it all out alone. Let’s take a fresh approach together. 💛