Monadnock Perinatal

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Serving NH/MA and VT as a Certified:

•IBCLC (Lactation Consultant)
•Placenta Preparation Specialist
•Childbirth Educator
•Birth/Postpartum/VBAC Doula

Consultations, Classes and Support Groups at:
27 Matthews Rd, Keene NH 03431

Private and group classes for providers! Did you know that I offer private classes for local providers? This could be bo...
02/03/2026

Private and group classes for providers!

Did you know that I offer private classes for local providers? This could be both individual or in a group setting.

This past weekend, I joined and families in our bi-monthly Milky Way Lactation Class! normally this class is taught in person, but with a quick change of plans, we were able to switch it to a virtual class for our families to join in the comfort of their own home!

If you are interested in having a prenatal class surrounding all aspects of breastfeeding, either in a private or group setting reach out to Ashley Norris, IBCLC today!

Today we honor World Breast Pumping Day Breast pumping is feeding.It’s love, commitment, logistics, science, and sacrifi...
01/28/2026

Today we honor World Breast Pumping Day

Breast pumping is feeding.
It’s love, commitment, logistics, science, and sacrifice—all wrapped into one routine that often goes unseen.

Whether you pump occasionally, exclusively, at work, overnight, or around the clock—your effort matters. Pumping supports babies, protects milk supply, and gives families flexibility while still providing human milk.

To everyone washing parts at midnight, setting alarms, advocating for pumping breaks, or figuring it out day by day: you are doing real, meaningful work.

🍼 Pumped milk is breast milk.
💧And every drop is valuable.

01/26/2026

Protein is essential during pregnancy.

Not only does it supports fetal growth (especially the brain and tissues), helps build the placenta, increases maternal blood volume, it also plays a key role in hormone and enzyme production. Adequate protein intake can also help stabilize blood sugar, support muscle preservation, and promote steady energy levels throughout pregnancy. Most pregnant people need more protein than they realize—spread consistently across the day, not just at meals.

My go to high protein snack ideas for pregnancy:
🤰 Greek yogurt + granola + berries
🤰 Cottage cheese mixed with salsa with some whole-grain crackers
🤰Cheese/meat sticks
🤰 Hummus with whole grain, crackers or veggies

Yesterday was Maternal Mental Health Day, and as someone who has experienced a PPMD, following the surrogacy pregnancy l...
01/24/2026

Yesterday was Maternal Mental Health Day, and as someone who has experienced a PPMD, following the surrogacy pregnancy loss this past October, I want to share this truth: YOUR mental health MATTERS.

✨ 1 in 5 mothers experience a perinatal mood or anxiety disorder (PPMD) in their pregnancy/postpartum journeys and that number rises with loss, trauma, and sleep disruption.
✨ Yet less than 50% receive treatment.

YOU ARE NOT ALONE...
I will forever be a safe person you can come to to help find the support you need.

BIG news!!! 🎉✨I’m incredibly honored (and still a little in awe) to share that I am officially New Hampshire’s FIRST lic...
01/23/2026

BIG news!!! 🎉✨

I’m incredibly honored (and still a little in awe) to share that I am officially New Hampshire’s FIRST licensed Birth Doula, licensed through the Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC).

This is a huge step forward—not just for me, but for families across our state. Licensure brings us one step closer to accepting insurances like Medicaid; allowing us to make compassionate, continuous birth support more accessible and equitable for ALL families.

I’m so proud to be part of this progress and deeply grateful to every family, provider, and colleague who has supported this work along the way. New Hampshire birth support is evolving—and I’m honored to be walking at the front of this change.

More to come soon…

Struggling with breastfeeding? 🤱 You are not failing—and you don’t have to figure this out alone. If feeding feels painf...
01/22/2026

Struggling with breastfeeding? 🤱

You are not failing—and you don’t have to figure this out alone.

If feeding feels painful, confusing, overwhelming, or just not how you imagined, support can make all the difference. As an board certified lactation consultant, I offer compassionate, evidence-based lactation support to help you understand your baby’s cues, improve latch and milk transfer, troubleshoot supply concerns, and build confidence in your feeding journey—without judgment.

✨ In-home and office visits available
✨ Prenatal + postpartum support
✨ Support for complex feeding situations, twins, and cesarean recovery

📅 Upcoming availability
🔗 Schedule directly through the link in my bio
📍 Serving the Monadnock Region of NH & surrounding areas including MA and VT.

You deserve feeding support that feels calm, empowering, and tailored to you.

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01/21/2026

Parking lot full, group room full, my heart full!

I am beyond thankful for this beautiful community, pulling together to nurture and support all of these beautiful families!

🌺 Beautiful poppies for a special Poppy herself! 🌺 Going into 2026 I am setting a goal to get back to posting all comple...
01/21/2026

🌺 Beautiful poppies for a special Poppy herself! 🌺

Going into 2026 I am setting a goal to get back to posting all completed packages for placenta clients! Starting off strong with this beautiful placenta coming from a beautiful local mama herself!

**You may notice that this placenta appears a more red than those I posted previously. When a placenta is frozen for any amount of time, the color is altered to appear red due to the freezing and thawing process.

Placenta Stats
Gestational Age: 39.6 weeks
State: New Hampshire
Birth Place: Cheshire Medical
Placenta Weight: 1lb 5.5oz
Package: Base Package w/floral print
Capsule count: 100

01/10/2026

✨ So much gratitude today. ✨

I am incredibly thankful for the amazing local providers who came together for today’s Revitalize Wellness Gathering. It was truly an honor to speak alongside and collaborate with such knowledgeable, passionate practitioners from NPK Health (NP Krissy speaking in this video!) and Elevate Chiropractic, all beautifully hosted at Soleil Studio in Keene, NH.

Today was a powerful reminder of what’s possible when we gather with intention — focusing on whole-body wellness, health, and mindful care, while setting clear intentions for 2026. Being in community with providers who are committed to supporting others in sustainable, thoughtful ways fills my cup.

Thank you for showing up, sharing your wisdom, and creating space for connection and growth. This is what community wellness looks like.

01/09/2026

Walking into the Labor & Delivery unit at Cheshire Medical Center in Keene, NH 🤍
Grabbing the first placenta of 2026 and feeling so honored to be supporting a local mama at my favorite local hospital.

The cherry on top? Getting to catch up with one of my favorite midwives while I was there ✨

So grateful to do this work, in this community, alongside providers who truly care.

01/09/2026

If you are welcoming a little one into our sweet corner of the world this year, congratulations! We know (from experience) that it can be a exciting yet daunting adventure, especially for first-time families. 🤰🥳

Monadnock Perinatal has been a valuable resource for many new parents. This certified & award-winning Women's Clinic has been nurturing families since 2021.

Owner Ashley is a mom helping moms navigate their pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and breastfeeding journeys, including pregnancy loss support.

Visit Monadnock Perinatal: https://champ.ly/wvDtqfta

Thank you, Ashley, for your dedication to strong communities via your work and sponsoring our Holiday Edition of The Monadnocker

01/09/2026

✨ A little behind-the-scenes moment ✨

I’m sharing a quick tour of the beautiful space at Sacred Transitions Midwifery in Bellows Falls, Vermont—the room where we kicked off the first childbirth education series of 2026 this week!

This multi-week childbirth education is available to clients of Sacred Transitions Midwifery, and it’s such an honor to support families as they prepare with confidence for birth and beyond.

For those hoping for a one-day, focused childbirth class, there is one spot remaining for January 18 at Monadnock Perinatal in Keene, New Hampshire.

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