Kelsey Schones - Women's Wellness and Infant Feeding Support

06/10/2025

Every other Tuesday!!

💗You're invited to our New WIC Clinic in Cordell!💗
We're excited to announce that your new WIC Clinic at Cordell Memorial Hospital Women's Health Clinic will be open tomorrow, June 10, 2025! Stop by for convenient walk-in hours: 9 AM - 12 PM and 1 PM - 4 PM.
We're located at 1109 N. Glenn L English St, Cordell, just across from Cordell Memorial Hospital.
WIC is a vital program for Oklahoma families, offering:
💗Nutritious foods for yourself and your child under 5
💗Expert breastfeeding support and guidance
💗Valuable tips on healthy eating and nutrition
💗Connections to helpful community resources
This program supports pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, as well as infants and children up to age 5, who are Oklahoma residents and meet income requirements. Come see us tomorrow and discover how WIC can help your family!

05/08/2025

Menopause isn’t a subspecialty. It’s not “wellness adjacent.” It’s not niche.
It’s basic, necessary, and foundational medicine—for 100% of women who live long enough.

And yet?
Menopause remains one of the most understudied, underfunded, and underrepresented areas in all of healthcare.
• Fewer than 1 in 5 OB/GYN residents receive any formal training in menopause care.
• NIH funding for menopause research is a fraction of what’s allocated to male-dominant conditions.
• And for decades, flawed studies like the early reporting of the WHI derailed progress, leaving millions without guidance or access to evidence-based treatment.

This is not a boutique concern. It’s not optional.
Menopause is a universal transition with real metabolic, cardiovascular, neurological, and musculoskeletal implications.
Hot flashes are just the beginning. We’re talking about bone loss. Body composition changes. Dementia risk. Loss of sexual function. Sleep disorders. Increased cardiovascular disease.

Women are dismissed, gaslit, or told to “wait it out”—despite an overwhelming body of science showing that intervention matters.

It’s time to stop treating menopause like an afterthought and start treating it like the major medical event that it is.

Because this isn’t a women’s issue. It’s a healthcare failure.
And we’re not waiting quietly anymore.

05/02/2025

We are excited to announce the opening of a new Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) clinic right here in Cordell, making it easier for you to access the support you need to give your family a healthy start. (New! WIC Clinic in Cordell!)

You'll gain access to:

Healthy Foods for You and Your Child: WIC provides vouchers for nutritious foods like milk, eggs, fruits, vegetables, and more.

Breastfeeding Support: Get expert help and guidance to make breastfeeding a success.

Nutrition Advice: Learn how to make healthy choices for you and your little one.

Connections to Other Resources: We can help you find other helpful programs and services in your community.

Address: 1109 N. Glenn L English St, Cordell, OK 73632
(Across the street from Cordell Memorial Hospital)

Clinic Hours: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Apply today: Visit oklahoma.gov/health/WIC

To schedule an appointment or access WIC services outside the Cordell clinic's hours, please visit the Kiowa County Health Department at 431 W Elm St, Hobart, OK 73651.
Have questions? Call (580) 726-3316

04/25/2025

Elk City - come see us today at the Community Baby Shower

Western Technology Center from 10-2.

04/24/2025

Come see me tomorrow!!!

🎉 SAVE THE DATE! Beckham County Community Baby Shower 🎉

Join us for the Beckham County Community Baby Shower—a FREE event for Western Oklahoma families with children up to 5 years old! Whether you're a new or expectant parent or a grandparent, this event is for you!

💙 A Baby Shower for All!
We believe every little one—and their loved ones—deserves to be celebrated. This event is about building connections, finding support, and sharing in the joys and challenges of parenthood.

✨ What to Expect:
🍼 A welcoming space to meet other families and access helpful resources
🎁 Support and goodies for parents and caregivers
💙 Stock the Nursery Initiative—help us gather much-needed baby essentials for families in need!
Help your community's new families by donating canned goods and non-perishable items to go to Elk City Help, Inc., A Food Resource Center

🍔 We're planning a cookout at the Baby Shower! More details to come!

📅 Date: April 25th
⏰ Time: 10 AM – 2 PM
📍 Location: Western Technology Center, 301 Western Dr, Elk City, OK 73644

💝 How to donate:
Monetary donations can be made directly to Elk City Help, Inc. (please specify "Community Baby Shower" with your donation). New, unopened baby items (hygiene products, onesies, bottles, pacifiers, etc.) can be dropped off at the Elk City Help, Inc. office. For donation pick-up, please contact Michelle Cox or Alecia Malson at the Beckham County Health Department, or call 580-583-5709.

Stay tuned for more details, including our cookout menu reveal!

Come celebrate with us—because every baby deserves a shower of love, and every family deserves a strong support system. Hosted by Beckham County Health Department and HELP Inc.

We have a few more vendor spots available! If you're interested in sharing about your program and services, please sign up here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/collect/?sm=wbPrNSqcjCkZR75OyGplZN4SvIUVx0jW0vwZA9NPzN0yaVu6FH6qDIF665KHtSZ1

04/14/2025

Have you noticed these things with your little one?

Have you noticed your little one consistently turning their head to one side or favoring one breast while nursing?

These preferences can develop for several reasons:

1️⃣ Position in the womb during the last few weeks of pregnancy
2️⃣ Birth experiences like prolonged labor or assisted delivery
3️⃣ Early feeding positions and habits
4️⃣ Tight neck muscles (sometimes called torticollis)

You might notice baby:

👶 is always looking to one side during tummy time or while lying down
👶 has difficulty turning to track objects in one direction
👶 gets fussy or refuses to nurse on one side
👶 starts developing a flat spot on one side of the head

The good news is that with proper care and guidance, these patterns can often be addressed naturally (early intervention is key!).

Remember, every baby develops differently. Sometimes, simple changes in how you position, carry, and interact with your baby can make a big difference, but typically if you’re noticing these patterns, don’t hesitate to reach out to a pediatric chiropractor.

We’re trained to assess these issues and can provide gentle, safe techniques to help your little one develop symmetrically and minimize tension in their tiny nervous system.

Your baby’s comfort (and parents’ stress levels) are our priority! 💕

Have questions? Drop them below or schedule an appointment by calling 580-339-8078.

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03/31/2025

We’d love to see you at our soft opening on Monday!!!! Our goal is to provide natural options for clean living and personal care, supplements, essential oils, and safe, alternatives to support the whole family!
•••• Brands we will be carrying :::

Rowe Casa
Redmond / Re-Lyte
Young Living
Earthly
Just Ingredients

And more to come!

03/07/2025

02/10/2025

For my milk making mamas - if your menstrual period has returned , here are some tips 💛

🚨 HELP!! My Milk Supply Dips Every Month—What Can I Do?! 😭

Noticing a temporary drop in milk supply right before or during your period? You’re not alone! Hormonal shifts during your cycle can impact lactation hormones, but don’t worry—it’s usually temporary!

💡 What Can You Do?

✅ Hydrate & Nourish 🥑🥚💧
You don’t need to splurge on pricey drinks like Body Armor or coconut water! Instead, add a pinch of unrefined sea salt to your water to replenish electrolytes. Focus on nutrient-dense foods to fuel your body!

✅ Keep Removing Milk! 🍼🤱
Breastfeed or pump as usual. If baby is cueing to feed more often, follow their lead and nurse on demand!

✅ Calcium & Magnesium Support 🦴⚡
Taking calcium & magnesium separately (instead of in a combo supplement) two weeks before your period can help!
💊 Calcium: Take in the morning
💊 Magnesium: Take in the evening
💡 High doses of calcium can block magnesium absorption, so spacing them out helps maximize their benefits!

✨ Remember: This dip is temporary! Keep up with hydration, nutrition, and milk removal, and your supply should bounce back! 💪💛

01/27/2025

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A little drop of joy for you this morning! I can handle all things better with some light after 5!