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Columbia Lactation Care LLC

Based in Columbia, SC, Columbia Lactation Care has been providing compassionate, non-judgmental infant feeding support to all families since 2015.

Breastfeeding support in Columbia, SC

10/24/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
Did you know that breastfeeding can decrease your risk of breast cancer?
Your breast cancer risk decreases 7% per each birth and an additional 4.3% for every 12 months of breastfeeding !

Head to the link below for more info!

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9972148/ -bib-0034

10/02/2025

One of the things I’m passionate about is growing the lactation field, especially as I age (my oldest just started college y’all! 😭 I have a whole baby adult out in the world! But don’t worry, I still have two kids in elementary school 🤦‍♀️ I’m not going anywhere for a long while 😂) I want to make sure there is a new generation of IBCLCs prepared to continue to serve our community.

My goal is to build a pathway through my office and Kala is the brave soul traveling this pathway first. She has been working the front desk for over a year now while she finished her lactation education. And with her background as a doula she knows how to nurture and care for a dyad in their vulnerable postpartum state. She is the herbal expert in the office and I’m just so proud of her! If you’re looking for a LC with buckets of empathy, who is up to date on the newest evidence AND knows all the crunchy remedies, you want to see Kala. Schedule with her now at www.columbialc.com/schedule

Are you interested in being the next future IBCLC to work at Columbia Lactation Care? Apply now at www.columbialc.com/careers I can’t wait to hear from you!

❤️Kristyn

10/01/2025

Some of you have had the pleasure of working with our newest IBCLC already, but for those who haven’t I’m thrilled to introduce Rachel Ashley, RN, BSN, IBCLC as part of the CLC team! 🎉

Rachel comes to us with a wide background of experience and she arrived at just the right moment! She’s worked as a nurse in mother/baby, pediatrics, and provided lactation services in hospital, at home visits, and in a pediatric office.

Still lactating for a 10 month old of her own, if you want an IBCLC who is in the thick of it with you, Rachel is your girl. Schedule now at www.columbialc.com/schedule ☺️

❤️Kristyn

09/29/2025

To set yourself up for breastfeeding success we
recommend once you're given the go-ahead from your OB/midwife, go ahead and start practicing hand expression to begin collecting colostrum.

If you're not sure where to begin, here are some helpful places to start-
First droplets- https://firstdroplets.com

Maya bolman- https://www.mayabolman.com/videos/v/handexpression?categoryId=61fcb9298a56247e89a297b3

Stanford- https://med.stanford.edu/newborns/professional-education/breastfeeding/hand-expressing-milk.html

09/22/2025

One of the most empowering steps you can take during pregnancy to pave the way for breastfeeding success is enrolling in a breastfeeding class! Both Lexington and Prisma offer fantastic options!

If you're weighing the choice between a class or a one-on-one prenatal appointment, reflect on any family history of tongue ties, latch difficulties with older children, or concerns about low milk supply. If any of these resonate with you, don’t hesitate—head to our website to schedule your appointment today!

09/15/2025

For our first tip to unlock successful breastfeeding, we highly recommend exploring a labor and delivery tour to discover how they provide breastfeeding support. http://babyfriendlyusa.org is an incredible resource to help you locate a baby-friendly hospital and equip you with vital questions to ask. Don’t miss out on setting the best foundation for your breastfeeding journey!

09/03/2025

Last but certainly not least, we celebrate Latina/x Breastfeeding Week, honoring the strength, resilience, and cultural richness.

09/02/2025

This September, we're excited to share our top tips for achieving breastfeeding success! Don't forget to follow us and hit that like button, so your feed is filled with these valuable insights all month long!

09/01/2025

We're excited to continue our Lactation Celebrations, and this week, we shine a spotlight on Workplace Lactation Week! 🌟 This initiative is crucial because supporting lactation at work boosts Health and Well-being, enhances Employee Retention and Satisfaction, increases Productivity, and ensures Legal Compliance.

Join us in making a difference! Checkout the link to discover how you can show your support: https://www.healthyhorizons.com/blogs/blog/workplace-lactation-week

08/28/2025

Have you reached out to your SC state senator about S42 yet? This is a pivotal moment in our journey for change! Every voice matters—your message could inspire action. Head to the link in our bio and make your thoughts heard! Together, we can shape the future!

08/25/2025

Happy Black Breastfeeding Week! 🎉

This week shines a spotlight on critical issues that demand our attention:

1. The alarming black infant mortality rates

2. Escalating diet-related diseases

3. The urgent need for diversity in the lactation community

4. The unique cultural challenges faced by black women

5. The scarcity of resources in black communities

Join the conversation and empower change! Checkout the link below to explore more!

https://blackbreastfeedingweek.org/why-we-need-black-breastfeeding-week/

08/22/2025

Join us in honoring Military Lactation!
We're proud to support our Military families and are Tricare Certified!

Address

800 Columbiana Drive, Suite 116
Irmo, SC
29063

Telephone

+18032505723

Website

http://www.columbialc.com/, https://www.scstatehouse.gov/legislatorssearch.php

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Hello and Welcome!

I’m Kristyn, Certified Lactation Counselor and mother of 4 crazy beautiful (but mostly CRAZY children 😉).

My passion for helping families in their baby feeding journeys started with my own breastfeeding story. In 2007 my first son was born and he was a struggle to feed. Thankfully I had access to a wonderful IBCLC in the hospital, Holly. She stood by my side through going back to work full time at 8 weeks postpartum, months of sore ni***es (from what I would learn 8 years later was an un-diagnosed tongue tie), mastitis, thrush, and a dramatic drop in supply at 4 months old when I took medication I shouldn't have.

I had set a goal to exclusively breastfeed for 6 months before introducing complementary foods and continue until the age of 1. In the end I was able to meet my goals and we nursed for 15 months despite all our challenges. Her support inspired me with a desire to help and support other mothers the way she had supported me.

In 2012 I became a Certified Lactation Counselor as the first step towards my goal of becoming an IBCLC. In September 2015 I started Columbia Lactation Care to do my part in providing resources and solutions to families in our community who are struggling with breastfeeding for whatever reason.