Little Bird Lactation

Little Bird Lactation Little Bird is the area's first and only outpatient lactation service; run by Erin Edwards(she/hers), LPN, IBCLC.

Offering experienced, compassionate care for lactating individuals. Little Bird is committed to unbiased, inclusive care.

Little Bird temporarily closed.Expected return date 9/8/25.Watch here for any updates! Happy Feeding Friends!
08/07/2025

Little Bird temporarily closed.
Expected return date 9/8/25.
Watch here for any updates!
Happy Feeding Friends!

07/29/2025

❗️Update❗️
Little Bird is TEMPORARILY closing.

But don't worry I'll be back in business as soon as possible, cause you know I can't stay away!

Little bird will be closed August 1st through early September, while I am out on surgery leave.

During this time I'll be focusing on my recovery so I won't be able to answer calls and messages, but I encourage you to reach out to your local hospital lactation, for any needs that arise.

I'll plan to transition back with first opening access to phone calls and then eventually in person visits.
I'll post any details about reopening right here, on social media!

And in the meantime, I'm gonna knock out all my continuing education, so I'll be coming back better than ever!

Don't have too many babies while i'm away You know I'll be missing you all. See you in september!

-Erin

Just want to give a heads up that I'll be away on vacation starting June 30th and will be returning to work, and answeri...
06/24/2025

Just want to give a heads up that I'll be away on vacation starting June 30th and will be returning to work, and answering any messages and calls on Tues July 8th.

If you or your baby have urgent needs during this time, please don't delay seeking care; contact your provider, urgent care, or either hospital's lactation department!

Mayo Clinic Health System Lactation: 608-392-9789
Gunderson/Emplify Lactation: 608-775-6876

If you need anything prior to 6/30, I'm still here, and taking messages/calls the rest of the week!

Cheers to summer!

More Maternal health info you for...Did you know that 1 in 3 birthing people report feeling traumatized by their birth? ...
05/19/2025

More Maternal health info you for...Did you know that 1 in 3 birthing people report feeling traumatized by their birth?

That is a staggering number. This can significantly impact the postpartum period, increasing the risk for PMAD's and shadowing all of the new territory to be navigated and memories to be cherished.

Brushing off our experiences with catch all phrases like "Well at least you're both healthy", just doesn't cut it.
We deserve better.

The good news is that there is lots of overdue light being shed on PMAD's and maternal mental health. This helps increase resources and better understanding from both healthcare professionals and the community in general.

In our own community, we are lucky enough to have several mental health professionals that can focus specifically on birth trauma and Maternal Mental health issues and concerns.

Check out the resources tab on The Motherhood Collective website for some of our favorite providers to support you through the perinatal period!

Its patio season! Take full advantage of the weather and bring your next nursing session outside🌞Feeding doesn't have to...
05/14/2025

Its patio season! Take full advantage of the weather and bring your next nursing session outside🌞

Feeding doesn't have to be all work. Take your mama-multitasking to the max and use feeding time as a time to slow down and offer some nuturing to yourself along with your baby.

An outside breast or bottle sesh offers a chance for you and babe to soak up a little sunshine and fresh air!

Whether you settle into a chair in the backyard, a blanket on the beach, the perfect clearing on a hike, or maybe even patio seating at your favorite cafe or brewery, treat yourself and your baby to a little time in nature 🌻

May is Maternal Mental Health Month! One of the most important things we can talk about in postpartum honestly. Did you ...
05/05/2025

May is Maternal Mental Health Month! One of the most important things we can talk about in postpartum honestly.

Did you know a staggering 1 in 5 postpartum people will experience some sort of perinatal mood disorder in the first year postpartum.
That's alot of of us, and really that's just what's reported, we can assume the actual occurence is higher.

Luckily, there has been a big shift to help postpartum folks identify perinatal mood disorders and find support.

I plan to share different resources throughout the month but here's an important FREE resources that anyone postpartum can access 24/7

National Maternal Mental Health Hotline 1-833-TLC-MAMA
Call or Text for Free, Confidential, Support
Share this number with any new parent you know!

To schedule your visit call 507-450-6277 or email littlebirdibclc@gmail.com!
To check your insurance coverage for lactation care, head to:
https://go.lactationnetwork.com/LittleBirdLactation

Its Feeding Friday this week, with me, at , Joined by an extra special guest, Becca Mattie OT!! In addition to running...
04/28/2025

Its Feeding Friday this week, with me, at , Joined by an extra special guest, Becca Mattie OT!!
In addition to running and Becca offers Craniosacral Therapy at .
She's joining us to talk all about CST and what it is, and how it can benefits babies.
I love this therapy for babies that need help with feeding, but it has so many benefits beyond that!
Join us from 1130-1230 at The Motherhood Collective La Crosse on Friday 5/2 for this FREE Support Group Session! You can sign up here: https://www.themotherhoodcollectivelax.com/classes

And don't forget about The Celebration of Motherhood hosted by and on Sunday 5/4!!! Hope to see you there!!

To schedule your visit call 507-450-6277 or email littlebirdibclc@gmail.com!
To check your insurance coverage for lactation care, head to:
https://go.lactationnetwork.com/LittleBirdLactation

Hope everyone had a good Easter Weekend with your little chicks!🐣Please note, I'll be out of town and unavailable Thursd...
04/21/2025

Hope everyone had a good Easter Weekend with your little chicks!🐣
Please note, I'll be out of town and unavailable Thursday and Friday this week and will answer all calls and messages when I'm back in the office on Monday 4/28. If you have an urgent need, please contact your health care provider.
To schedule your visit call 507-450-6277 or email littlebirdibclc@gmail.com!
To check your insurance coverage for lactation care, head to:
https://go.lactationnetwork.com/LittleBirdLactation

Bottle feeding can seem like "the easy option" and while its true that babies have to exert less effort to move milk out...
04/21/2025

Bottle feeding can seem like "the easy option" and while its true that babies have to exert less effort to move milk out of a bottle, it still takes a certain amount of skill and coordination to do so.

The way a baby nurses from breast is different from how they drink from a bottle. If a baby starts on a bottle from the beginning, they often have to work to learn how to nurse at breast.

Likewise, a baby that has been exclusively at breast from the beginning may need a little exposure and practice to learn how to take a bottle.

If your goal is to breastfeed, its best to avoid the bottle in the beginning, when possible. BUT, if you plan to offer bottles at some point, there is a MAGIC WINDOW for bottle introduction....
Plan to offer baby's first bottle somewhere between 5-6 weeks old.
These bottles should be a small volume (think 1oz) to start with, to allow baby to practice this new skill. You can gradually increase the amount as they show you they are up to the task.
IMPORTANT REMINDER- remember to protect your supply once bottles are introduced. Remove milk when your baby is eating to avoid a supply mismatch.

Check out the reel pinned to the top of the feed for more tips on bottle introduction!

Postpartum comes with enough challenges, feeding your baby doesn't have to be one of them. The right support, can seriou...
03/11/2025

Postpartum comes with enough challenges, feeding your baby doesn't have to be one of them.
The right support, can seriously make all the difference when it comes to infant feeding.

At Little Bird Lactation, you will always receive compassionate, judgement-free support from a highly experienced IBCLC who is committed to following the most up-to-date, evidence-based infant feeding practices.

If feeding your baby is feeling like a mystery, call (507)-450-6277 or message Little Bird today and get the support you deserve!

I say it all the time, I have the best job, EVER. I mean, what an honor and privilege it is to care for you and your fam...
03/05/2025

I say it all the time, I have the best job, EVER. I mean, what an honor and privilege it is to care for you and your families! So lucky to get to do this work, with all of these amazing creatures, great and small🥹
Thanks for trusting Little BIrd for your lactation & infant feeding needs!
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306 Main St. La Crescent, MN 55947, La Crescent
La Crescent, MN
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Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
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