Little Roo Lactation and Wellness

02/09/2026

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02/09/2026

Symmetry is important- making sure your baby can turn both ways, feed on both sides and grow symmetrically all has to do with body tension and oral function-

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New parents hear a lot about “safe sleep,” but one topic that often surprises families is positional flat head (also called positional plagiocephaly). This image explains the core idea in a simple way: consistent pressure on one area of a baby’s soft skull—usually from lying on flat surfaces for long periods—can gradually change head shape.

👶 Why it happens In the first months, a baby’s skull bones are still very flexible. When babies spend a lot of time on their backs (which is still the safest sleep position), or in car seats, bouncers, and swings, the same area can get repeated pressure. Over time, that can lead to a flattened spot on the back or side of the head.

✅ The good news: In many cases, mild flattening improves significantly as babies grow, gain neck strength, start rolling, sit up more, and spend more time upright.

🧠 What parents can do at home (simple, realistic steps) Here are gentle habits many pediatric teams recommend to help reduce pressure on one spot:

1) Tummy time (when baby is awake and supervised)
Start small—just a few minutes at a time—and build up. It strengthens the neck/shoulders and reduces time spent pressing on the back of the head.

2) Alternate head direction during sleep
Babies often turn toward the room, light, or parent. Switching which direction their head faces (left/right) can help distribute pressure more evenly.

3) Reduce “container time”
Car seats are for the car, but long stretches in carriers, swings, or bouncers can add extra pressure. If baby’s awake, a floor mat/play gym is often a great option.

4) Hold baby more / babywearing
Upright time is not only soothing—it naturally relieves pressure from the skull.

5) Watch for a preference to look one way
If your baby always looks to the same side, it could be neck tightness (torticollis), which is very treatable—early guidance makes a big difference.

⚠️ About pillows and sleep The image mentions a “contoured baby pillow.” Many parents see these online and assume they’re a safe fix. But when it comes to sleep, safety comes first—most pediatric safe-sleep guidance warns against soft bedding and pillows in the sleep space. If head shape is a concern, it’s best to discuss options with your pediatrician or a qualified clinician before using any product, especially for sleep.

💬 When should you check with a professional?

Flattening seems to be getting worse

Baby has a strong side preference

You notice facial asymmetry (one ear/forehead looks slightly shifted)

You’re unsure whether it’s normal molding vs. something that needs care

Parenting is hard enough without the worry spiral—so take this as a supportive reminder: head shape concerns are common, and early, simple changes often help. 💛



Disclaimer: This post is for general education and does not replace medical advice. Always follow your local pediatric safe-sleep guidelines and consult a healthcare professional for concerns about your baby’s head shape or sleep products.

02/09/2026

02/07/2026

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02/07/2026

Love Benson Boone and this!!
Happy to work with great release Providers and bodyworkers and to also teach parents CST holds and exercises they can use at home!
The BODYWORK and unwinding from BIRTH make all the dfference!

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02/07/2026

Do you know what stressful feeding sounds like for a baby?
Flow and coordination are so important even with bottle feeding-

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02/07/2026

Offering fl**ge fitting appointments and having the right size and shape for you can make the world of difference in your output…

looking back- it’s no wonder that I wasn’t a good pumper with my 3rd but had a robust supply to nurse- just didn’t pump well- fl**ge sizing and elasticity were the issue after 3 kiddos - I ended up hand expressing -
we just didn’t make smaller sizes back then.
So thankful for Babies in Common training-

For decades, 24 and 27mm fl**ges have been treated as the standard sizes for breast pumps. These sizes were arbitrarily picked and not actually based on any research or science. Old advice used to recommend sizing up for comfort. Once multiple sizes because available, common recommendations included measuring the base of the ni***es and adding 2-3mm. As more moms started pumping and pumps became more widely available for use, we also saw an increase in plugged ducts, mastitis, ni**le damage and dropping milk supply. Why?! We now know that these sizes are far too big for most women. In fact, ACTUAL research on pump fl**ge fit recommends going SMALLER. New guidelines recommend measuring the base AND the tip of the ni**le and starting with the smaller size and gradually increasing until maximal comfort and milk output are observed. The most common sizes I see in my practice are 13-17mm. I rarely have anything above and 18. Yes. Anatomy is unique. Occasionally someone may need larger for their anatomy. But it’s extremely rare to use what comes in the box.

If your lactation consultant at the hospital told you the 24mm was good by just looking at your ni**le, or they measured the base of the ni**le and added to that number, they are working off of old recommendations that were not based on research because it didn’t exist until 2024. But that could absolutely impact your pumping journey. Hospital based IBCLCs are AMAZING!!! They often don’t have as many resources, have too many patients to see, and are doing the best they can. They may not have time to tell you all of these things or even know it is a thing yet. It is a thing and size does matter.

02/06/2026

02/05/2026

Yay! So excited about this new shape for many moms-

02/05/2026

If you haven’t seen the current American Idol season- this is a mama that started singing and writing songs about her journey as a new mom- with debuting “String cheese” song

can’t wait to see what happens with her journey! Think we can all relate!

02/05/2026

For those wondering- this is a good read and important to evaluate function and bodywork not just what the mouth looks https://www.thenaturalmindedmama.com/post/infant-tongue-ties-read-this-before-releasing?fbclid=IwRlRTSAPwz4RleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeomAX1kGibAHmaO-wvwYlWqNzuo_HcIN7oI-AB3uH3w0yIM1st3KhwFbfwqM_aem_zwfUjB4ZNn7tqouU3NDjWg

view this post on InstagramThis post is collaborated with Dr. Hal Stewart & Dr. Adriana Corredor (airway dentists), Crystel Corbin (RN, IBCLC), Madison Maxey (LMT, CST), and Gina VanDeusen, MA, CCC-SLP (myo therapist)Tongue, lip, and cheek ties are more than just minor anatomical quirks—they’re ...