Jessica Jolley BA, IBCLC

03/31/2026

03/31/2026

These “afterpains” actually serve an important purpose! They help your uterus shrink back to its original size and can reduce the risk of postpartum hemorrhage. You’re not just nourishing your little one, your body is also actively working to heal and recover while you’re feeding!

[Image: Newly postpartum mother with her infant on her chest, grimacing slightly with her eyes closed. Text: Nobody told me...Nursing Causes Contractions! After birth, your uterus may contract while nursing in response to the oxytocin released by baby's suckling. They may be stronger for subsequent pregnancies.]

03/31/2026

Check out this sneak peek into how breastfeeding prevents breast cancer. This 2024 review reveals the mechanisms that cause this major positive impact on women’s health. If you have breast cancer in your family or know someone who does, this is info you don’t want to miss: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38884025/

Source:
Mustafa M, Sarfraz S, Saleem G, Khan TA, Shahid D, Taj S, Amir N. Beyond Milk and Nurture: Breastfeeding's Powerful Impact on Breast Cancer. Geburtshilfe Frauenheilkd. 2024 Jun 13;84(6):541-554. doi: 10.1055/a-2313-0637. PMID: 38884025; PMCID: PMC11175834.

03/17/2026

🎉 It’s National Nutrition Month, and we're celebrating the extraordinary power of human milk as baby’s first food.

When a newborn receives breastmilk as their first food, they get ideal nourishment along with immune protection. And, human milk builds and protects their gut microbiome, providing health benefits that last a lifetime.

From the very first latch to every feeding thereafter, human milk is doing more than meets the eye.

Baby-Friendly care practices help ensure that every family has the opportunity to offer their baby human milk as their first food, and get the strong start that supports their feeding goals over time.

🔗Learn more or find a Baby-Friendly designated facility near you: www.babyfriendlyusa.org

03/13/2026

Such an important read!

Do you ever second-guess your milk production after pumping? Do you compare it with the volume of milk your friend or neighbor pumps? Do you compare it with the milk you pumped for a previous baby? Before you start to worry, you first need to know how much pumped milk is average. Many mothers discov...

03/13/2026

03/13/2026

Were you told to limit your baby at the breast early on? While older babies can get a considerable amount of milk in a shorter amount of time, it's only because they've learned to do so. Newborns need much more time at the breast while they're learning how to feed.

[Image: Infant breastfeeding. Text: “Myth: Babies get all the milk they need in the first 5 to 10 minutes of nursing. Fact: Newborns are still learning to nurse and often need longer feeds than older babies. Milk flow varies. Some have an immediate let-down, while others have multiple let-downs. It's best to let babies nurse until they show signs of fullness, such as releasing the breast on their own and relaxing their hands and arms.” The LLL USA logo sits below the text.]

03/13/2026

It's widely known that breastfeeding impacts the health of both mother and child, but the underlying biology that leads to these effects has been understudied. In a review article published in Trends in Immunology, researchers highlight recent studies showing T cells—white blood cells that play a ...

03/07/2026

03/07/2026

Happy ! The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life to provide optimal nutrition and health protection for babies. To meet their breastfeeding goals, women need support at all levels. Registered Dietitian Nutritionists and many nutrition professionals working with the WIC program, in hospitals, and in other healthcare settings are key providers who reach and support families that want to provide their babies the best possible start in life.

03/07/2026

📣 NEW Support Group Alert!! Introducing Autistic Moms & Birthing People: Pregnancy and Postpartum Support!

Pregnancy and postpartum bring unique challenges for autistic moms and birthing people, from sensory sensitivities and unpredictability to navigating transitions, emotional regulation, and the demands of parenting. A formal diagnosis is NOT required to attend. If you identify as autistic or think you may be and are pregnant or up to 4 years postpartum, you belong here.

✅ Always FREE ✅ Completely virtual ✅ Strictly confidential

🔗 Learn more about this new group and register at https://loom.ly/Qygrpjg