Essential Lactation Support

05/14/2025

Sometimes running a business is like taking care of a baby. Today I had to reschedule all of my appointments and take care of my baby instead. Rest assured, while I was waiting on the pros to make my car safe and drivable again, I was learning from some incredible providers I got to meet and greet at the Emory Conference on Breastfeeding. We will be back at it tomorrow, feeding babies and holding parents ❤️ thanks to all the families who are flexible with days and times, because traveling all over north Georgia to see them requires some occasional maintenance on the milk mobile.

03/19/2025

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Emory University is pleased to offer a dynamic and engaging conference on breastfeeding in collaboration with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, hospitals across the region, and partners from community organizations. The conference is known for bringing in national speakers and local experts for a ...

02/20/2025

Did you know? I know all the BEST people. At our next visit, let’s talk about your pelvic floor health.

01/06/2025

It’s that time of year again! If we’re currently working together, or if you’re expecting to work with Essential Lactation support this year, please complete this form to update your insurance (not Cigna):

11/22/2024

What an incredible week- and my busiest one to date! I had the pleasure of working with 13 families this week, and it was such a joy. Not so long ago I wondered if I could make this practice work, and over the last 6 years I have figured out how. Thanks so much to all the families who’ve welcomed me into your homes and allowed me to hold you and your babies. I’m so very thankful for each one of you!

04/17/2024

Making milk? Join us on 4/24 and let’s talk about it! THIS IS THE VILLAGE YOU HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR ❤️❤️❤️

04/10/2024

Save the date! 4/24 at the Post Rd Library. Come for the support, stay for a donut. Bring your baby 👶🏼❤️

02/21/2024

MOTHERHOOD IS NOT A SINGLE PLAYER SPORT. You’re not supposed to do it alone. Whether it’s dishes in the sink, opening a set of doors while pushing a stroller, or sitting in the company of another adult- just ask. Need resources? Check out my website, with everything from Chiropractic and Pelvic Floor PT to finding a Post Partum Doula or mental health specialist. Need something else? Just ask. YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

02/20/2024

You might hear this as a new parent, but don’t believe everything you hear! As soon as the placenta is expelled from the uterus your body has gotten the message to bring on the milk. The first few days don’t look like what many expect- the changes in your breasts are subtle. But the fluid that’s available for baby in the first couple of days *colostrum* is the most nutrient dense milk of it all! There often isn’t much in volume, but your baby’s tummy can’t hold much volume. NO NEED TO FOLLOW BREASTFEEDS WITH FORMULA as long as baby is latching on at least every 2-3 hours. And more often than that is good too! Newborns need constant refills of the good stuff, and that ni**le stimulation tells your body over time to increase production. That way you’ll continue to have enough milk as the baby’s tummy grows. More questions? Drop them here or send a message!

02/09/2024

Just a little reminder- there is no research that proves that common ingredients in lactation cookies help a lactating parent make more milk. But cookies are good, so eat it if you like it! And if you want to make more milk, send me a message and we can talk about what’s going on with YOU.

01/22/2024

If you are a milk making human you are welcomed to join this meet up! Bring your baby, and find your village here amongst friends. *this is a judgement free zone* I can’t wait to see you all! Send a text to let us know you’re coming! Mark your calendar now!

01/18/2024

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