Milky Moms

Milky Moms Milky Moms is owned by Nurse Practitioners Lea Lacefield and Laura Behm. We offer perinatal mental health services, including therapy and medication management.

Lactation + Postpartum Support | Maternal Mental Health | Infant Safety Education

Providing compassionate, evidence-based support for families navigating feeding, postpartum recovery, and early parenthood.

✔️ We accept most major insurances. Both Lea and Laura are Doctors of Nursing Practice (DNP), Family Nurse Practitioners (FNP-C), and International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC

). Team members Lana Smith, Mallory Alves, Saba Rastegar, Savanna Bullard, Jordan Gatton, Kelly McKenny, Amy Hess, Trina Gardiner, Cathy Gibson, Laurel Cahill, Renee Neuens, and Kerry Elderkin bring over 200 years of healthcare experience to the Milky Moms team. With extensive education and training, we can provide lactation classes & consultations and assess, diagnose, and treat conditions related to feeding for both baby & mom. We have medical appointments for complex lactation concerns and female hormone evaluation.

Starting solids doesn’t have to feel so confusing. 💜Our virtual Starting Solids class is designed to help parents feel i...
05/24/2026

Starting solids doesn’t have to feel so confusing. 💜

Our virtual Starting Solids class is designed to help parents feel informed, confident, and supported during this new phase of feeding.

Topics include:
✔ Baby-led weaning vs purées
✔ Allergens, gagging & choking
✔ Balancing bottles, breastfeeding & solids
✔ Realistic guidance from professionals who get it

This class is offered individually in a virtual format and scheduled at a time that works for your family.

Message us or visit MilkyMoms.org for more information and scheduling.

Pregnancy and postpartum bring so many physical changes — but emotional changes matter too.Sometimes the first sign that...
05/21/2026

Pregnancy and postpartum bring so many physical changes — but emotional changes matter too.

Sometimes the first sign that you need more support is simply noticing that you feel more overwhelmed, anxious, irritable, exhausted, or unlike yourself lately.

Small check-ins with yourself matter. 💜

Paying attention to your mental and emotional well-being early can help you recognize when it may be time to lean on additional support, resources, or care.

You deserve support too.

•WHAT’S IN YOUR BAG WEDNESDAY•Pump moms — we want to know 👀💜What breast pump are you using right now?Spectra?Momcozy?Wil...
05/20/2026

•WHAT’S IN YOUR BAG WEDNESDAY•

Pump moms — we want to know 👀💜
What breast pump are you using right now?

Spectra?
Momcozy?
Willow?
Elvie?
Medela?

At Milky Moms, we often recommend the Spectra for many families because of its reliability, gentle suction, and effectiveness ✨

But every feeding journey is different, and we love hearing what’s working for other moms too.

Drop your pump below ⬇️
And tell us… would you recommend it to another mom? 👀

What an incredible honor to be part of such a meaningful milestone for the future nurses in our community. 💜Milky Moms o...
05/20/2026

What an incredible honor to be part of such a meaningful milestone for the future nurses in our community. 💜

Milky Moms owners, Dr. Laura Behm and Dr. Lea Lacefield, were proud to speak at the College of Southern Maryland Nursing Recognition Event as these students celebrated years of hard work, perseverance, and dedication to caring for others.

Watching each nursing pin placed was a reminder of the compassion and strength this profession is built on. Congratulations to every graduate stepping into this next chapter — your community is lucky to have you. ✨🩺

Continuing our Maternal Mental Health Month provider spotlight series 💜Today, we’re introducing Saba Rastegar, DNP, PMHN...
05/18/2026

Continuing our Maternal Mental Health Month provider spotlight series 💜

Today, we’re introducing Saba Rastegar, DNP, PMHNP, IBCLC — a psychiatric nurse practitioner and lactation consultant passionate about supporting women through every stage of the perinatal journey. From pregnancy and postpartum to breastfeeding and beyond, Saba brings both professional expertise and personal understanding to the families she cares for. 🫶

“Hi everyone! I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner and lactation consultant dedicated to perinatal mental health. As a mom of two little ones, I understand the complexities of this transition firsthand. My holistic approach includes assessing physical health, nutrition, sleep, and social support, while providing supportive therapy and medication management when needed. Having these dual roles allows me to specialize in medication safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

I see women from preconception through postpartum and perimenopause. I look forward to supporting you on this journey!”

— Saba Rastegar, DNP, PMHNP, IBCLC 💜

We had the pleasure of being part of the Calvert County MD Community Baby Shower this morning 💜It was such a joy connect...
05/16/2026

We had the pleasure of being part of the Calvert County MD Community Baby Shower this morning 💜

It was such a joy connecting with local families, sharing resources, and supporting parents during such an important season of life. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table, asked questions, and helped make today so special!

We’re grateful to be part of a community that continues to support moms, babies, and growing families. 🤱✨

A huge thank you to every mom who commented on our Mother’s Day coffee giveaway ☕💜 We loved reading all of your sweet sh...
05/15/2026

A huge thank you to every mom who commented on our Mother’s Day coffee giveaway ☕💜 We loved reading all of your sweet shoutouts, encouragement, and support for one another.

Congratulations to our winners:
✨ Peyton S.
✨ Candice B.

We’ll be messaging you shortly to claim your coffee! 🫶☕

05/15/2026

Postpartum anxiety can feel overwhelming, isolating, and hard to explain — especially when you don’t understand why it’s happening.

After birth, your brain and body go through major hormonal, emotional, and neurological changes. For some moms, that can look like constant worry, intrusive thoughts, panic, or feeling stuck in “high alert” mode.

These symptoms are more common than many moms realize, and they are treatable. 💜

Understanding what’s happening is often the first step toward healing, and support is available. If you’re struggling or feeling unlike yourself postpartum, Milky Moms is here for you.

📞 240-257-5436
🌐 MilkyMoms.org

✨ WHAT’S IN YOUR BAG WEDNESDAY ✨Calling all moms + moms-to-be 💜 What was your TOP must-have baby registry item? 👀The it...
05/13/2026

✨ WHAT’S IN YOUR BAG WEDNESDAY ✨

Calling all moms + moms-to-be 💜
What was your TOP must-have baby registry item? 👀

The item you actually used nonstop.
The one you’d recommend to every pregnant mama.

Drop your answer below ⬇️

And to make things interesting.. We’re adding ANOTHER winner to this Friday’s coffee giveaway!

To enter:
✨ Comment your must-have registry item
✨ Share this post
✨ Tag a pregnant mama or new parent
And make sure you are following us !!

Winner announced Friday 💜

Baby won't take a bottle? It might not be the bottle type! Try to change the temperature of milk, feeding position, per...
05/13/2026



Baby won't take a bottle? It might not be the bottle type! Try to change the temperature of milk, feeding position, person offering the bottle, or time of day.

Still not working? Make an appointment! Lactation consultants can help with bottles, too!

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1 Saint Marys Avenue
La Plata, MD
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