Nourish Consultants

08/31/2025

🍕✨ Healthy Pizza Night at Home! ✨🍕

Who says pizza night can’t be nutritious AND fun? Instead of ordering out, try making your own pizzas at home. Use whole grain or cauliflower crust, load them up with colorful veggies, lean proteins, and fresh herbs. 🌱🍅🫑

The best part? Get the kids involved! 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳 Let them choose their toppings, spread the sauce, and sprinkle the cheese. It turns dinner into a fun family activity—and they’ll be more excited to eat what they helped create. 🥦🍄🧀

Healthy food, happy hearts, and lots of memories made around the table. 💛

👉 What’s your favorite pizza topping combo?

08/02/2025

Nourish Consultants attending The Big Latch event 2025

08/02/2025

Big Latch event 2025

07/11/2025

06/27/2025

🔍 Fl**ge Fit Matters!
A poorly fitted fl**ge can cause pain, clogged ducts, and decreased milk output. The right size makes all the difference!

✅ Signs your fl**ge may be too small:
• Ni**le rubbing or pinching
• Pain while pumping
• Redness or discoloration

✅ Signs it may be too large:
• Ar**la being pulled in too far
• Decreased suction
• Leaking around the fl**ge

✨ Pro tip: Measure your ni**le diameter (not the ar**la) and add 1–3mm to find your starting fl**ge size.

🔄 Reassess regularly—your size may change postpartum.

👩‍⚕️ Need help? Schedule a consult with us at Nourish Consultants for a personalized fl**ge fitting!

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06/22/2025

☀️ Happy, sunny Sunday, friends! ☀️
Summer’s extra daylight is practically begging us to get moving—so lace up, soak in that warmth, and sneak in a quick 30-minute sweat session. Even better? Grab your furry sidekick and make it a paws-itively awesome walk together! 🐾🌻

Let’s celebrate the season one stride (and wagging tail) at a time. Who’s heading out today?👇

06/20/2025

🍼 How to Prevent Biting While Breastfeeding
Is your baby starting to bite during feeds? You’re not alone — and it can get better! Here are some gentle ways to help:

✨ 1. Watch for Signs
Most babies bite at the end of a feed. Gently unlatch if you notice flutter sucking or if they seem distracted.

🦷 2. Teething Relief
Offer a cold teether before nursing to soothe sore gums.

👀 3. Stay Engaged
Keep eye contact, sing, or talk to your baby. A distracted baby is more likely to bite!

🛑 4. Respond Calmly
If biting happens, unlatch with your finger and say a firm “No biting,” then take a short break. Avoid yelling—it can startle or discourage them from nursing.

💡 5. Check Positioning
Sometimes improper latch or tension from teething pain causes biting. Make sure baby is latching deeply and comfortably.

You’ve got this, mama! And we’re here to support you. 💛

👶 From Nourish Consultants

06/08/2025

🌸 Does Breast Size Affect Milk Production? Let’s Talk About It! 🌸
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One of the most common questions we hear is:
“I have small breasts—can I make enough milk?”
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💡 FACT: Breast size is mostly determined by fatty tissue, not the amount of milk-producing (glandular) tissue.
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👉 People with smaller breasts can produce just as much milk as those with larger breasts!
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What does affect milk supply?
✅ Frequent and effective removal of milk (baby feeding or pumping)
✅ Good latch and milk transfer
✅ Hormonal signals after birth
✅ Health conditions, medications, and sometimes prior breast surgeries
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Some helpful things to know:
🔹 Smaller breasts may not store as much milk at one time, so babies may feed more often—but total production over 24 hours can be the same.
🔹 Breast fullness isn’t always a reliable sign of milk supply.
🔹 Even large breasts can have low supply if milk isn’t removed often enough.
🔹 Your body makes milk on a supply and demand basis. The more milk removed, the more your body is signaled to make!
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✨ Every breastfeeding journey is unique, and breast size is not the full picture. ✨
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If you have concerns about your supply, baby’s weight gain, or feeding patterns—you’re not alone. Let’s work together to make sure both you and baby are thriving. 💗
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🤱 Book a lactation consult today with Nourish Consultants.
📍 In-person & virtual support available!
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06/05/2025

🌸 Ni**le Shields & Breastfeeding: What You Should Know 🌸

Breastfeeding isn’t always straightforward — and that’s OK. Ni**le shields can be a helpful tool on the journey. 💗

🛡️ What’s a ni**le shield?
A soft silicone cover worn over the ni**le during breastfeeding. It can help with:
✨ Latching challenges
✨ Flat or inverted ni**les
✨ Sore or cracked ni**les
✨ Preemie feeding support

💬 But are they safe?
Yes — when used with guidance. A lactation consultant can help make sure your baby transfers milk well and your supply stays strong.

👶🏽 Pro tips:
✔️ Use under professional guidance
✔️ Watch for weight gain & wet diapers
✔️ Gradually wean off when baby’s ready

You’re doing an amazing job — fed is best, and support makes all the difference. 💕

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05/28/2025

A clogged milk duct can feel tender, swollen, and frustrating—but the good news is, it’s usually treatable at home with a few simple steps. Here’s how to encourage relief and keep milk flowing:

✔️ Feed or pump frequently, starting on the affected side
✔️ Apply warm compresses or take a warm shower before feeding
✔️ Gently massage the area, moving toward the ni**le
✔️ Try different breastfeeding positions to fully drain the breast
✔️ Apply cold compresses between feeds to reduce inflammation and discomfort
✔️ Stay hydrated and rest when possible

If the lump doesn’t improve within 24–48 hours or if you develop a fever or flu-like symptoms, contact your healthcare provider—this may be a sign of mastitis.

You’re not alone, and with a little support, this can pass.
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