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Registered Nurse & IBCLC Lactation Consultant
Lactation Consulting Services (In Home and Online Opti

14/03/2025

Been quiet on here over the past month due to an injury and then my family all got super sick! Good news - everyone is feeling healthy again and just in time for 2 weeks of spring break with my kiddos! 😊

I don't have a lot of availability over the next few weeks, but please reach out if you're needing support right away and we can talk about options.

Happy Friday!!! 🌞

Xoxo Heather

23/01/2025

I get it. 🥰 You've just had a baby and are working so hard on latch technique.

You might have even been told not to introduce a pacifier or a bottle until breastfeeding is going well.

You've also heard that some babies won't ever take a bottle and you want to be sure your baby will at some point down the road. 🤔

✨SO when IS a good time to start offering the bottle?✨

Here are my suggestions as a RN and Mama Coach, with 20+ years supporting breastfeeding and bottle feeding families:

1️⃣ If you want your baby to take a bottle at some point, offering between 3-6 weeks is a great time to start

2️⃣ Use a preferred bottle (see my highlights for more) and paced feeding technique

3️⃣ Be sure to pump to maintain your supply whenever baby is taking a bottle (even if you have milk stored away)

🌟 If your baby does begin to refuse a bottle at some point, (and some babies do even if they took it fine earlier) that is something you can work on!

How about you? When did you first introduce a bottle to your breastfed baby? Did they ever refuse it? I'd love to know! ⏬

Bottle feeding | Bottle refusal | Newborns | Breastfeeding | Postpartum Wellness | Motherhood

12/01/2025

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Prenatal Class | Pregancy | Childbirth | Labour & Delivery | Preparing for Baby | Newborn Care |

06/01/2025

Being sick as a mom is so hard, let alone worrying about your milk supply dropping as a result. 🤧🤒🤢

💥Here are my TOP tips, as a Lactation Consultant, RN, and Mom of 2 - to help you navigate this!

1. KEEP breastfeeding. Yes, it's safe and actually VERY beneficial for your baby. 👌

2. REST and feed your baby at the same time. Nurse in a side lying position while baby naps or laid back on the couch or in recliner. Safely co-sleeping or room sharing may allow you to prioritize sleep while also caring for your baby.😴

3. PUMP or hand express if your baby takes a bottle. Pump one one side at a time if needed, even short Pump sessions if you can manage it will make a difference. 🍼

4. Stay HYDRATED and nourished with teas, homemade soups and bone broth. Focus on consuming whole foods that are rich in protein, healthy fats and fiber.☕️🍲

5. Avoid MEDS that can lower your supply. Antihistamines and decongestants are some of the biggest culprits. 💊

💗And remember, dips in milk supply due to illness are often temporary! If you are concerned and would like support in helping build your milk supply, reach out.

Have you ever experienced a drop in milk supply when you were sick? How did you get through it? Let me know in the comments, what helped you! ⏬️🤱🏽🥰

Breastfeeding | Mom Life | Milk Supply | Lactation Support | Infants & Toddlers

23/12/2024

Feeling so much gratitude for the families I've worked with in 2024, and looking forward with anticipation to 2025! Wishing everyone a peaceful and joyful holiday season, and I'll see you next year ☺️

19/10/2024

Well it seems like the message is finally out: we don’t use heat as standard treatment for engorgement, “clogged ducts” or mastitis anymore.

The ABM protocol #36 changed how we view these and there’s been a HUGE shift in our approach over the last few years.

BUT what I’m hearing now is clients are avoiding heat altogether (like showering) when a firm sore area is present or when managing engorgement.

Heat (or more accurately warmth) can be such a useful tool: to stimulate a let down, when pumping, for those who experience painful vasospasm. In my experience, alternating warm compresses with cold/ice packs can be very helpful in relieving engorgement.

➡️ So what’s the bottom line? In most cases ice/cold compresses are going to be the go-to treatment. However, I don’t think you need to avoid heat altogether especially from showers, warm towels, or gel packs if that’s what you find comforting.

So go ahead, enjoy your shower!! 🚿😊

And please reach out for personalized advice if you’re struggling, as general recommendations aren’t suitable for all individuals in all situations. 🫶

What are your thoughts? Were you told to avoid heat altogether? Did you ever use heat to relieve a clogged duct or engorgement (maybe prior to 2022?) I’d love to know!

08/10/2024

If you’re looking for lactation/feeding support, here are some openings next week. Book online here: https://heather-stobbe.themamacoach.com/booknow/

13/09/2024

If you are planning to breastfeed, it is SO important to understand milk production in the first hours and days after birth. You want to latch your baby within the first hour of birth and then:

⭐️ Early
⭐️ Often
⭐️Exclusive

👉If your baby isn’t breastfeeding well or often during the first few days, hand express colostrum which also helps your milk increase or “come in” faster.

👉If you are separated from your baby or your baby needs supplementation of formula, hand express or pump often (8 times in 24 hours).

🔹Takeaway🔹
Frequent breastfeeding and/or hand expressing in the first hours and days after birth is important in signalling your body to produce milk. If that window is missed it *can* sometimes be a lot harder to build milk supply later on.

28/08/2024

⭐️Does your baby have frequent hiccups?
If so, you’re not alone! Hiccups in newborns are common, and tend to decrease as the baby grows and their body systems mature. Hiccups are generally harmless, and usually subside within a few minutes. Many babies aren’t bothered by them.

❓What causes hiccups? They happen because a baby’s nervous system is still developing and their diaphragm is immature. The diaphragm, a muscle involved in breathing, can sometimes contract involuntarily, causing the vocal cords to close suddenly and produce the characteristic “hic” sound. This is especially common in infants because their nervous systems are still maturing, making them more susceptible to these involuntary contractions. Additionally, babies swallow air while feeding, which can also trigger hiccups.

🤔Why does feeding sometimes cause hiccups? If a baby eats too quickly or too much, or takes in a large amount of air, the stomach expands and can push against the diaphragm causing it to spasm. This isn’t always the cause for hiccups, but may be a factor for some babies.

✴️What can I do if my baby seems bothered by pesky hiccups? There’s no evidence to say that any particular feeding technique will prevent or eliminate hiccups. However, these tips may be helpful if your baby tends to eat fast, take in a lot of milk quickly, spit up often, or seem very fussy during or after feeds (with or without hiccups).

1️⃣ Ensuring baby is properly latched on (to breast or bottle)

2️⃣ Slow down the feeds - use upright or laid back positioning, offering breaks for burping, feeding baby when calm

3️⃣ Offer feeds more often (smaller volumes, more frequently)

4️⃣ Hold baby upright after feeds

5️⃣ If bottle feeding, be sure the flow rate is right for your baby and use a paced bottle feeding approach

If you need help with any of these above, reach out to set up a feeding assessment! Often the small things (such as positioning/latch/bottle technique) can make a big difference when it comes to babies’ comfort and feeding. 🙌

✨Does your baby have frequent hiccups? Did any of the above tips help for you?

30/07/2024

If your baby is refusing to take a bottle, it can be so frustrating, especially if they have taken it in the past.

You may feel like you are getting nowhere and all the known “tips and tricks” are not working.

⭐️ I can help! ⭐️

My assessment of your individual baby and step by step care plan will have you seeing progress and your baby begin taking the bottle.

While it doesn’t happen overnight and it does take consistency and practice, it is doable. You and your baby can do this together! 🙌

Reach out if you have questions or if you’d like to book a consult!

18/07/2024

Woah it’s a HOT one 🥵
If you’re a mama with littles and struggling with these hot temperatures, I see you. It can be so hard!
Here are some tips from Health Link BC on keeping you and your babies safe in extreme heat. See link below for full article. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/healthlinkbc-files/safety-infants-and-young-children-during-extreme-heat

16/07/2024

Back from a week long trip exploring BC. Two adults, two kids and two cats! 😜 We had the BEST weather and enjoyed waterfalls, swimming, fishing, 4x4ing, and time around the campfire with extended family. Nothing quite like it! 🥰

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