Essential Lactation

Essential Lactation Infant feeding and lactation support and education in Whatcom and Skagit Counties Lactation and infant feeding support. You deserve it.

The decision to breastfeed/chestfeed your baby is one of the most important choices you will make as a parent. We recognize the commitment many parents make to offer this essential nutrition to their babies. We also know that breastfeeding/chestfeeding can be very challenging. This combination of commitment and challenge can create a great deal of stress in the early days and weeks postpartum. We offer gentle, non-judgmental, and compassionate care that helps you gain confidence while feeding your baby. Individualized, and comprehensive plans help you understand and encourage you to trust your body and your baby, as you learn your breastfeeding/chestfeeding dance together. We believe it is never too early or too late to get support.

We’re back again next Wednesday for NAPTRAPPED! Please join us for community and discussion about your little one’s slee...
02/12/2026

We’re back again next Wednesday for NAPTRAPPED! Please join us for community and discussion about your little one’s sleep this month.

Details:
Wednesday, 2/18 from 12-1:30
Essential Lactation office in the Bham Towers Suite 280 on the second floor
By donation: Suggested $0-20

What to expect:
Sharing starts at 12:15 so come early to get settled (also not required to share more than you feel comfortable!)
Facilitated conversation
Non-judgmental education and conversation
Coffee, tea, bubbly water
Lots of comfy cushions and chairs
COMMUNITY!

Be sure to save your spot using the link in bio and for all first time visitors there is an additional registration form. You can complete ahead of time or come early and complete before group begins.

💗
-Sara & Heron

As doulas, we know supporting families goes beyond our own expertise. That’s why we value our connections and collaborat...
02/05/2026

As doulas, we know supporting families goes beyond our own expertise. That’s why we value our connections and collaborations with local providers and experts like IBCLC Sara Manske @‌essential.lactation.

Part of our role is helping families access the right care at the right time, including referrals when needed. Together, we ensure every parent and baby receives the very best support 💙

Group schedule for Feb just dropped!Can’t wait to see you 💕
02/01/2026

Group schedule for Feb just dropped!

Can’t wait to see you 💕

Our first class is coming up soon! It’s not too late to sign up. January 6th & 13th from 6-8pm! This class is 2 Tuesday ...
12/29/2025

Our first class is coming up soon! It’s not too late to sign up.

January 6th & 13th from 6-8pm! This class is 2 Tuesday evenings in a row, so we can fit in allll of the things you want to learn and talk about (& then some 😅)

Link in bio to register.

We’ll cover everything you need and want to know about the fourth trimester. This class is great to take at any point in your pregnancy.

We meet at the Bellingham Towers Ste 280
1/6/26 and 1/13/26 from 6-8pm

Group Schedule for Jan!Lots of groups this month. We can’t wait to have you join us!
12/29/2025

Group Schedule for Jan!

Lots of groups this month. We can’t wait to have you join us!

☃️Join us next month for class❄️January 6th & 13th from 6-8pm! This class is 2 Tuesday evenings in a row, so we can fit ...
12/20/2025

☃️Join us next month for class❄️

January 6th & 13th from 6-8pm! This class is 2 Tuesday evenings in a row, so we can fit in allll of the things you want to learn and talk about (& then some 😅)

Link in bio to register.

We’ll cover everything you need and want to know about the fourth trimester. This class is great to take at any point in your pregnancy.

We meet at the Bellingham Towers Ste 280
1/6/26 and 1/13/26 from 6-8pm

Our sleep support group is meeting soon! Save your spot by signing up at the link in bio. See you this Wednesday at 12p...
10/13/2025

Our sleep support group is meeting soon! Save your spot by signing up at the link in bio.

See you this Wednesday at 12pm
Meetings held at the Bellingham Towers 280
On the 3rd Weds of each month
By donation

Looking forward to seeing you!

You’ve asked for more about sleep and we’re answering!Starting on September 17th Heron and I are hosting a facilitated s...
09/08/2025

You’ve asked for more about sleep and we’re answering!

Starting on September 17th Heron and I are hosting a facilitated sleep support group. Join us once a month for an open conversation about your family’s sleep.

This is a safe space to bring your questions, challenges, and to share your wins with other parents like you!

Details:
- 119 N Commercial Suite #280
- 3rd Wednesday of each month from 12-1:30pm
- sharing starts at 12:15 so come early to check in and get comfy!

What to expect:
- Peer support
- General sleep Q&A
- Education about normal sleep based on age and family situation
- Connection
- The occasional guest speaker!

Cost:
By donation. Suggested amount $0-$20 based on your current financial ability to contribute. No questions asked, no one turned away! Community support is vital for all of us regardless of income. Funds go towards rent of our space and time, snacks for group, and guest speakers.

Want even more info? Link in bio to sign up and read more!

🍎Join us next month for class🍃September 9th and 16th from 6-8pm! This class is 2 Tuesday evenings in a row, so we can fi...
08/25/2025

🍎Join us next month for class🍃

September 9th and 16th from 6-8pm! This class is 2 Tuesday evenings in a row, so we can fit in allll of the things you want to learn and talk about (& then some 😅)

Link in bio to register.

We’ll cover everything you need and want to know about the fourth trimester. This class is great to take at any point in your pregnancy.

I’m on leave this month! Current clients, please reach out to me directly if you need anything-I’m still available to yo...
08/02/2025

I’m on leave this month! Current clients, please reach out to me directly if you need anything-I’m still available to you.

If you are looking to schedule a prenatal visit, I am taking new clients again in September. Schedule online or send me an email!

I’ll be doing a Baby Feeding Basics class with Briana on 8/20. This class is perfect for you whether you are expecting your first baby or if you’ve done it before and need refreshers! Link in bio to register. $25 per person with sliding scale options.

Our Prenatal Essentials class just finished for the month of June and it was such a good one! That means our next class ...
06/25/2025

Our Prenatal Essentials class just finished for the month of June and it was such a good one!

That means our next class will be here before we know it! We’ll be offering the next class in August. You can join our class any time during your pregnancy. We’ll cover everything you need to know in the first four months postpartum. This includes lots of sleep discussion, infant development, bonding, how to prepare yourself and your space, and even those questions you might be afraid to ask anyone else. We love this interactive class and your curiosity.

Join us for two Tuesday evenings in August:
8/5 from 6-8pm
&
8/12 from 6-8pm
at The Bellingham Towers - 119 N Commercial St 280

We strive for all of our classes to be inclusive of all families, so bring your primary support person and let us know if you will need childcare during class 💗

Link in bio to register!

Hear from a new parent who attended a previous class! We are so glad you came 💗“Heron and Sara are so thoughtful and kno...
05/30/2025

Hear from a new parent who attended a previous class! We are so glad you came 💗

“Heron and Sara are so thoughtful and knowledgeable. This class was extremely helpful to us as new parents who were particularly anxious about the first few months with our newborn. Highly recommend!”

Stay connected even after class is over!

Address

1050 Larrabee Avenue, Ste 104 #487
Bellingham, WA
98225

Telephone

+13603366468

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