Milk Moments LTD- IBCLC Lactation Consultant

Milk Moments LTD- IBCLC Lactation Consultant Supporting you in your feeding journey

As an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultants) I am trained and qualified to help parents and babies to breastfeed. I provide support in all areas of lactation, including antenatal preparation, guidance with both basic and complex breastfeeding challenges. It’s important to consider any factors that may be affecting your feeding journey so I can also offer knowledge around artificial milk feeds and preparation, weight issues and normal oral tongue function.

04/01/2026

Hello 2026, & greetings to followers old and new👋🏽

As we head into the new year, remember — your feeding journey doesn’t need a deadline or a fresh start 🕰️

Whatever this year looked like, you’re allowed to keep learning, adjusting, and asking for support.

Here’s to moving forward with confidence, compassion, and care 🤍

If feeding is something you want to feel more confident about in the year ahead, I’m here. One feed at a time ✨

Antenatal and postnatal bookings available — link in bio.
🔗www.milkmoments.co.uk/contactme

01/01/2026

A New Year begins. Same baby. Same needs.

New Year’s Day can bring a quiet sense of expectation — to do things differently, to be “back on track”, to have answers 🤍

Feeding doesn’t reset on 1 January—and that’s okay.

Infant feeding doesn’t need a fresh start. It needs continuity, responsiveness and support.

What support actually looks like in 2026

❌ Not always a quick fix
❌ One-size-fits-all
✔ Individualised, evidence-based care

Wherever you’re starting this year — confident, uncertain, tired, hopeful, or all at once — you don’t need to figure it out alone.

Milk Moments is here to support you through the year ahead with calm, evidence-based infant feeding care.

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31/12/2025

This year may have brought joy, uncertainty, confidence, doubt — and many questions about feeding 🤍 As the year closes, many parents feel pressure to “reset” or do things differently.

But feeding doesn’t need a fresh start — it needs consistency, compassion, and support.

Wherever you are in your feeding journey tonight, you are enough for your baby.

As we move into a new year, there’s no need to reset or rush ahead.
Moving forward can simply mean staying curious, responsive, and supported.

I’m here to support you into the new year and beyond ✨

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30/12/2025

✨ Christmas Support from Milk Moments ✨

Christmas can amplify feeding worries — especially when routines change and support feels harder to reach 🤍

If feeding feels uncomfortable, confusing, or heavier than usual, it doesn’t mean you’re doing anything wrong. It means your baby is responding to change — and you deserve support too.

Milk Moments is here to provide calm, evidence-based infant feeding support throughout the festive season and into the New Year.

Whether you’re breastfeeding, pumping, combination feeding, or still finding your feet — you don’t have to hold it all alone.

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26/12/2025

With the joys of hosting, entertaining, cooking and festive games, your feeding pattern may be a little different to usual. Perhaps cuddles lasted longer than usual, travelling to and from has meant a feed was delayed, or you just didn’t have the quiet space to feed like you usually do. We know that mastitis tends to be more common in the festive period.

* Remember to keep your feeds regular, if that means you need to duck off somewhere quiet to feed or whip a breast out at the dinner table, so be it! Baby needs to eat too!
* If you find yourself getting fuller and uncomfortable, get your baby back and feed!
* Older babies (from 3 months up) can be really distracted at the breast when there are a lot of people around, so you may need to sit in a darker quiet space to stop them from popping on and off so much!
* Let people take care of you - Bring you food and water. Soak up the time being a new Mum and let people dot on you for a change!
* If you find yourself with mastitis symptoms, feed as often as you usually would. Avoid over pumping. Take Paracetamol for pain/temperature and Ibuprofen for inflammation, use a cold compress to reduce inflammation.
* Remember it’s about milk not flowing effectively so have someone review your feeding. Don’t vigorously massage the breast or try to empty the breast.
* If symptoms worsen you may need to see your GP for antibiotics. If symptoms are worsening or not improving after 24 hours of self help measures, attend a maternity assessment unit if within the hospital remit.

A feeding review is always important to identify why the milk isn’t being removed as effectively. As a lactation consultant I can support you with this.

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25/12/2025

Wishing you all a very merry Christmas ♥️

Christmas often comes with extra noise, extra people — and extra advice 🎄

Many feeding myths come from a place of wanting to help, but they can unintentionally create pressure or self-doubt during an already full season.

Babies often feed more during periods of change. Parents often worry more too. Neither means you’re doing anything wrong.

Responsive, flexible feeding supports both your baby’s needs and your feeding relationship — even (and especially) at Christmas.

Check out myth busters. https://www.unicef.org/parenting/food-nutrition/14-myths-about-breastfeeding

If feeding feels uncomfortable, confusing, or raises questions, individualised guidance can help protect both feeding outcomes and parental confidence.

Milk Moments Ltd provides calm, evidence-based infant feeding support throughout the festive season and beyond 🤍

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24/12/2025

Setting boundaries around feeding can feel uncomfortable — especially with family, visitors, and people who really want to help.

But boundaries aren’t about being difficult or ungrateful.
They’re about protecting your baby’s regulation, your feeding relationship, and your own confidence as a parent.

You don’t need the perfect wording.
You don’t need to justify yourself.
And you don’t need to explain evidence to anyone at the dinner table.

Short, calm phrases are enough.

If you’re the feeding parent: it’s okay to lean on your partner.
If you’re the partner: your voice matters more than you realise.

If setting boundaries feels hard, support can help you feel clearer and more confident — not just at Christmas, but beyond 🤍

Saving these phrases now can make the day feel a little lighter 💚

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21/12/2025

Christmas can highlight feeding worries that were already quietly there 🤍

Concerns about “feeding too often”, visitors watching, or whether baby is getting enough can feel louder this time of year.

If your baby feeds more, wants to be close, or struggles to settle in a busy environment, this is not a problem to fix — it’s communication.

Changes to routine, more visitors and a lot of noise= lots of stimulation and potential disruption.

Responsive feeding supports regulation, milk supply, and emotional security, especially during periods of change.

You are allowed to step away, feed in peace, and prioritise your baby over expectations.

You don’t need to manage this alone. Support doesn’t stop just because it’s December.

Click below for availability over the festive period ⬇️
https://www.milkmoments.co.uk/home/contact-me

Remember is available 24/7 💜





20/11/2025

✨ How do you know if your baby is feeding well? ✨
It’s completely natural to question what’s “normal” in those early days. While every baby feeds a little differently, there are consistent signs that tell us milk is being transferred effectively.

In today’s video, I break down what to look for, so you can feel informed and reassured. 🤱🏽💛

If something feels off or you’re unsure, reaching out early can make a big difference. You’re not meant to figure this all out alone.

✨ Save this for those postnatal moments when you need a little reminder. ✨

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17/11/2025

💜 World Prematurity Day — Supporting Our Smallest Fighters

Every year, 1 in 10 babies is born prematurely — arriving earlier than expected, but full of strength and resilience. Today, we honour these tiny fighters, their families, and the incredible teams who support them.

For parents navigating feeding in the NICU, the journey can feel overwhelming. Breastmilk plays a powerful role in supporting premature infants — offering protection, easier digestion, and stabilising their developing systems.

🌼 If your baby is in the NICU, remember:
• Pumping counts — you are providing everything your baby needs.
• Skin-to-skin (when possible) supports bonding, milk supply, and regulation.
• Every drop of milk is valuable.
• Your feeding plan may be unique, and that is completely normal.

As an IBCLC, I’m here to support families of preterm babies with compassion, evidence-based guidance, and practical strategies — whether you’re pumping, working toward breastfeeding, or exploring the feeding options that best support your baby’s growth.

💜 Today, and every day, we stand with NICU families.

If a parent you know needs feeding support on this journey, Milk Moments is here to help.

Checkout my highlights for free resources to support you in your feeding journey. 💜

10/11/2025

The placenta is a powerful organ — nourishing, protecting, and cleansing your baby throughout pregnancy. 🌿

Placenta encapsulation is often promoted for boosting energy, mood, and milk supply — but what’s the evidence behind these claims? 🤔

While many parents share positive experiences, current research hasn’t confirmed measurable benefits for lactation or recovery. In fact, because placenta capsules can contain residual hormones, they might interfere with the natural hormonal shift needed for milk production to establish.

🌸 Some parents feel positive effects — and that’s valid.
🌸 But research doesn’t yet confirm clear medical benefits.
🌸 Prioritise safety, informed choice, and professional lactation support.

If you’re curious about placenta encapsulation, explore it with safety and science in mind.
Checklist:
✅ Find a certified specialist
✅ Discuss with healthcare provider
✅ Don’t substitute for nutrition
✅ Monitor supply

Would you try placenta encapsulation?
Share your thoughts below 👇


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