Hub City Doula

09/15/2025

The season of coughs and colds is upon us!
Allergy season never left us 😩😩

Knowing what medication you can take while breastfeeding is an important part of maintaining your milk supply and also making sure your baby isn't exposed to something harmful.

And absolutely yes- You should continue to feed your baby at the breast, even if you are sick and they aren't! Breastmilk is rich in natural antibodies, and chances are if you are sick they were already exposed. You may notice increased cluster feeding when they are fighting illness, however feel free to reach out if you are concerned for your supply. ✨️

Get more information at:
https://infantrisk.com/content/cough-cold-medications-while-breastfeeding

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07/14/2025

Your colostrum adapts to your baby's size, gestation, and health status! How amazing is that ✨️

Although colostrum and mature milk are well studied, less is known about how colostrum composition varies across different birthweight categories in term infants.

This cross-sectional study (N = 252) compared colostrum collected on postpartum day 2 from individuals who delivered term infants classified as small (SGA), appropriate (AGA), or large (LGA) for gestational age.

Results showed:
🔹 Higher protein content in colostrum from the SGA and LGA groups compared to AGA
🔹 Higher carbohydrate content in the LGA group compared to AGA
🔹 No differences in fat or energy content

Multivariate analysis confirmed that SGA and LGA status were independently associated with higher protein levels, and LGA status was also associated with higher carbohydrate levels.

These findings suggest that macronutrient composition in colostrum may adapt based on infant size at birth, even when gestational age is similar. Further research is needed to understand the implications for early infant feeding and metabolism.

Citation: Arayici S, Alyamac Dizdar E, Kadioglu Simsek G, Sari FN. Relationship Between Birthweight for Gestational Age and Colostrum Macronutrient Composition: A Comparative Analysis in Small, Appropriate, and Large for Gestational Age Infants. Journal of Human Lactation. 2025;41(3):371-378. doi:10.1177/08903344251342561

05/14/2025

Do you ever find yourself asking, 'Do I have enough milk for my baby?' You're definitely not alone! Discover helpful insights and advice in our new blog post! Read more here: https://wix.to/wHd56Lq

Do I have enough milk for my baby? This is a common worry for many new breastfeeding mothers, and it’s completely normal! In those first few days after birth, you'll notice your little one wanting to breastfeed more frequently, and they might seem a bit fussy at times. It’s essential to remember...

05/14/2025

Becoming a mother is an incredible journey filled with both joys and challenges. Discover how to prepare to intentionally craft a soft postpartum period in our latest blog. Dive deeper here: https://wix.to/3B6Sm2O

Becoming a mother is a life-changing experience that unfolds like a tender new blossom, bringing both joy and gentle challenges. As your doula and lactation consultant, I have devoted my heart to nurturing the art of the soft postpartum journey. The first twelve weeks following childbirth—lovingly...

05/11/2025

The whole world thrives from the daily sacrifices of mothers💜 happy mothers day
✨️Hollie

11/22/2024

Hey there, it's been a while! I've been busy with lots of babies and their sweet mamas, but if you're new here let's get to know each other.
Check out my website, this just touches the surface of the work I do here in this community and the surrounding areas.

Hollie Stockdale BSN, RN, CLC - Certified Lactation & Birth Support Consultant in Jackson, TN. Trust Hub City Doula for compassionate and personalized care throughout your pregnancy journey. Call 731-803-1313!

10/29/2024

🤍🤍🤍 thank you to Our Jackson Home for featuring Hub City Doula
We are MADE IN JACKSON

10/24/2024

90 months🤣🤣
Cannot believe it still

189 months 🤱🏼 Now let’s celebrate you !

AND make sure you're following my IG instagram.com/thebreastmilkqueen for more relatable breastfeeding mum content from me, Amy—a midwife and nurse who has been breastfeeding for 15 years straight 🥰

10/09/2024

Squat🏆tober accountability post

If you're new here, please don't misunderstand the random gym photos. I am pretty open about being a birth trauma mama, the fact is, without that part of my life I may have never realized how strong I was. My affinity for bearing heavy burdens was completely an accidental discovery, but intentionally rooted in my desire to heal from those experiences.

today, my 92% is last year's previous max
Thank you to all the friends who encourage me along the way
To all my new friends:
Whatever you're healing from, heal however you must, for as long as you need. That journey will grind you down, but may propel you to new heights as you push forward.
Glory to God!
Hub City Doula

10/09/2024

MYTHBUSTING 101
EXERCISE AND BREASTFEEDING ARE COMPATIBLE 💪 honey yes, I lift
Tips:
✔ avoid sportsbras with high compression for extended intervals, risk of clogged ducts, mastitis, and compression for long periods CAN affect milk volume. Switch to a nursing bra ASAP when the workout is over.
✔ no extreme diets recommended! 1200 cals is only enough for a toddler. Eat to taste. A fed mama is a patient mama and a successful breastfeeder!
✔ snacks of high protein before, during, after workout help avoid yucky blood sugar dips associated with breastfeeding and working out. Feed those gains babes!
✔ good for helping avoid postpartum mood dysregulation, such as PPA and PPD. Be your best mama self by regulating your stress in a healthy manner😘
✔ be cleared for exercise with your providers and LISTEN to your body. Be kind to your postpartum self 🥰
✔ avoid dehydration. Although we can still produce milk in dehydrated states we should be better about caring for our bodies. We all probably need more to drink. Body armor does not work in the way you think it does to make more milk 😅, but I love coconut water for the purpose of hydration, electrolytes, and some cals to keep my blood sugar regulated while I DO WERK.
✔ you can weightlift, run, walk, dance, whatever moves your spirit
Keep boobin' West Tennessee 🤱

10/05/2024

09/25/2024

Sorry for the lack of stories and gymposting, just gonna drop this 🔥🔥🔥🔥Super excited to be sharing this with you!