Beyond Lactation

18/11/2025

Today marks 40 years since the founding of the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners. The program that created the standards and certifications for lactation consultants worldwide! I had the absolute honor of being taught a few semesters of classes by one of the founding members, Linda Smith.

I am proud to be one of over 38,000 IBCLCs in the world!

By medicine standards, breastfeeding knowledge and practice is young. Research and broader provider education is still desperately needed to continue to give all families the best care. I only hope this subject continues to expand and become more accessible as time goes on !

25/10/2025

Going through my closet, I found this poster board I created for my children’s school career day last year! The kids were really excited to learn about babies, weigh baby dolls on the infant scale, and make clay baby tummies! So grateful to get to share my amazing job with the next generation 💕

07/09/2025

September is a busy month in the birth world !
I’m available for in home lactation visits, birth & newborn education classes, and postpartum doula services. 💕

19/08/2025

I get asked very often “ how long should I breastfeed?” And this is the answer I give. It used to be recommended only until 12 months in the U.S. Breastmilk does not lose its value or nutritional properties over time. So long as the parent and child are happy, continuing into toddlerhood is beneficial for both of you💕

👶🏻 Breast-milk is the ideal first food for a baby. It's safe, clean and contains antibodies which protect against dangerous illnesses.

✅ Start breastfeeding within 1 hour after birth
✅ Breastfeed exclusively for the first 6 months
✅ Continue breastfeeding alongside healthy family foods until the baby is at least 2 years old

16/07/2025

Postpartum doula shifts are so rewarding 💕
Whether it’s cuddling some little loves so parents can catch some 💤, catching up on laundry & bottles/pump parts, or even organizing a sibling’s toy room. I am always so happy to be a part of the village 💜

04/06/2025

Happy summer! ☀️

Did you know that babies under 6 months do not need ANY water? Even here in the sunshine state, even on the beach! Breastmilk is 87% water. And formula is about 85% water.

You may notice that your baby seems to eat more on hot days or when you spend a lot of time outside, and that is a good thing. Breastmilk or formula is not only their food, but their hydration, and it’s crucial to follow your babies cues! You may not think they could possibly be hungry again so soon, and maybe they are not… they are thirsty 💧

So enjoy the sun with your little one this summer, but always be sure to get those ounces in and put baby in protective clothing! 👒

15/04/2025

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19/02/2025

The best part of my job ! 💕 I care so deeply about every family I work with. Hearing things like this just warms my heart 💗

05/02/2025

Incredible !

12/01/2025

A quick publix bathroom break between patients and thinking about how much I love my job and all of the wonderful families I get to work with everyday . 💜

11/01/2025

I would love to take a second to shout out a wonderful mom that I have had the honor of knowing. Rachel’s breastfeeding journey is closing and it has been a beautiful inspiration to see. Over the last five years with two perfect little girls, She has been a SAHM, a working mom, nursed while pregnant, pumped, donated, a proponent of destigmatizing a person’s right to feed wherever they may be and extended nursing, and has openly shared her journey online to help educate and inspire others.

Congratulations and love as you navigate this next stage of motherhood 💜💗

(Shared with permission)