The Rumina Center

08/22/2025

Thank you so much for the comment! We are so happy to be apart of your journey!

08/19/2025

Breastfeeding Position: Koala Hold

The koala hold breastfeeding position requires your baby to be resting on your thigh with his/her body facing you. The baby’s face should be directly in front of your breast, allowing for a nice, long neck extension and a wide open mouth for a proper latch. Chin should be tipped up toward the breast, hands can be down to sides or up against your body; you’ll want to lean back just a bit to allow gravity to work in your favor. The koala hold can be very helpful in encouraging a solid latch if other positions have been problematic or if you’re looking for a position that allows your arms to get a bit of a rest. Go ahead and give this less-common but quite comfortable position a try the next time you sit down for a nursing session.

Breastfeeding can happen in many different positions. If you're looking for a different way to hold your baby to get a nice deep latch, the koala hold may b...

08/15/2025

Our fall season is looking busy so far! Full of events, classes and support groups for everyone!

✨September Calendar is here!!✨
Now with the added 🚨BRAND NEW🚨 Location in Severna Park!!!
Milk and Cookies Hour- Parent Support is now at both locations! 😍
Check out our next upcoming events! Beat the heat with some of our indoor classes, support groups and workshops! Register on our website or through our Facebook events section!
💜Free Milk & Cookies Hour Parent Support Group- Severna Park on 8/22, 9/12 & 9/21 from 2-3pm w/LeeAnn Fincham, IBCLC
An inclusive, safe, place to come and hang out with other parents who are as sleep deprived as you are
Facebook event:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1Aj9f8GA1z/
💜Self Regulation 4-week Workshop- Baltimore on 9/3-24 from 530pm to 7pm w/ Life Coach, Typpre Strickland. $175/pp
invites and encourages you to manage and adapt to the inevitable adversities of life. Inviting you to respond instead of reacting. To remain grounded in challenging circumstances.
Facebook Event:
https://www.facebook.com/share/166ctasdAJ/
💜Free Milk & Cookies Hour Parent Support Group- Baltimore on 9/5 & 9/19 from 11-12pm w/Lindsey Storch, IBCLC
An inclusive, safe, place to come and hang out with other parents who are as sleep deprived as you are
Facebook event:
https://www.facebook.com/share/19LUo5u62r/
💜Self Regulation 4-week Workshop- Severna Park on 9/7-28 from 3pm to 430pm w/ Life Coach, Typpre Strickland. $175/pp
invites and encourages you to manage and adapt to the inevitable adversities of life. Inviting you to respond instead of reacting. To remain grounded in challenging circumstances.
Facebook Event:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1Ytkmz5KPf/
💜Free Monthly Pregnancy Support Group- Severna Park on 9/10 from 6pm to 7pm w/ Emily Encinosa, CPM Tonights topic- Baby’s Here! Newborn Care and Infant Feeding *With special guest, our IBCLC, LeeAnn Fincham!
Facebook event:
https://www.facebook.com/share/19pYoiuwMW/
💜2-Part Birth Prep Workshop- Baltimore on 9/13 & 9/20 from 11am to 3pm w/ Becky Rohrback and Caroline Knisley- everything you need to know on preparing your body for birth, labor and delivery with all your options laid out in a judgement free zone!
Facebook event:
https://www.facebook.com/share/17HdY9QvHn/
💜FREE Item Swap Event- Severna Park on 9/20 from 2pm to 4pm, free community event! Bring items to the center up to a week beforehand (or day of) that you no longer need, take what you do!
Facebook event:
https://www.facebook.com/share/14Ed72dZryy/

08/14/2025

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08/14/2025

Join us next week for our free pregnancy support group!

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08/13/2025

As Indigenous Milk Medicine comes to a close tomorrow, we reflect on the rich traditions, generational wisdom, and enduring spirit of Indigenous peoples.

We encourage you to check out Indigenous Milk Medicine Collective's website (https://www.indigenousmilkmedicinecollective.org) and follow their social media (Indigenous Milk Medicine Collective) to learn more about their work and how you can stay engaged.

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08/13/2025

Don't forget about our regular support groups! These are for all caregivers, parents and their babies to come and receive support and resource information for their family! Feel free to bring a friend, spouse or support person along with you!

Our next support group is in Baltimore on 8/15 from 11am to 12pm:
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and Severna Park on 8/22 from 2-3pm:
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08/13/2025

Using the Spectra S1/S2 Breast Pump

Wondering how to best use your Spectra S1 or Spectra S2 pump? We’ll talk about what comes with your pump, how to use it, and what settings are best to maximize your breast pump output.

Wondering how to best use your Spectra S1 or Spectra S2 pump? We'll talk about what comes with your pump, how to use it, and what settings are best to maxim...

08/11/2025

We would love to thank everyone that attended our 4th annual World Breastfeeding Week Celebration Event yesterday! We are so happy to be a part of your support system and honored to walk alongside you in your breastfeeding journey.

This month is a celebration of the strength, resilience, and love that caregivers pour into nurturing their children. Whether you’re a parent, partner, healthcare provider, or advocate, your presence helps create a stronger, more connected community. We hope you left feeling encouraged, empowered, and connected!

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08/11/2025

More information and registration information here:

https://www.facebook.com/share/14Mo2VktiNH/?mibextid=wwXIfr

2-DAY BIRTH PREP CLASS

DAY 1
BIRTH ESSENTIALS WITH BECKY

▪️Learn all about the phases and stages of labor and birth
▪️Explore comfort measures, relaxation and partner support
▪️discuss common interventions and pain management
▪️what to expect after welcoming baby and your immediate postpartum ...and so much more

Learn more at www.marylandbirthservices.com


DAY 2
BODY READY BIRTH WITH CAROLINE

▪️Experience birthing positions before labor and how they can support your labor progress more smoothly and effectively
▪️Learn about the labor flow - what it is, how you get into it and stay in it
▪️Explore hands-on partner techniques to increase comfort and connection during labor
▪️Create mobility in all levels of your pelvis for birth....and much more

Learn more at www.junodoulamaryland.com

All classes are held on Saturdays from 11am to 3pm at the Rumina Center, 2 Hamill Rd Suite 344, Baltimore MD 21210 - $450

▪️September 13 & 20, 2025
▪️October 18 & 25, 2025
▪️November 15 & 22, 2025

To register send me an email to doula.carolineknisley@gmail.com

We can't wait to see you :)