Ashley Shapiro Lactation IBCLC

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Ashley Shapiro Lactation IBCLC

Ashley Shapiro Lactation offers services for Prenatal, Postpartum, Virtual (Zoom or phone call), and Infancy and beyond consultations.

Whether you plan to breastfeed, combination feed, or formula feed I want to support you!

05/07/2026

I wish someone had told me this before I had my baby…

Breastfeeding isn’t something you’re just supposed to figure out in the moment.

It’s learned. It’s supported. And it should feel calm… not confusing.

That’s exactly why I created Breastfeeding Foundations 🤍
✔️ Know what to expect BEFORE baby arrives
✔️ Understand how milk supply actually works
✔️ Learn what a good latch really looks like
✔️ Feel confident whether you breastfeed, pump, or combo feed

This is for the mom who doesn’t want to feel lost at 2am Googling everything.

It’s your step-by-step guide to starting strong and feeling supported from day one.
✨ Self-paced
✨ Watch anytime
✨ Revisit whenever you need

You don’t have to figure this out alone.

👉 What is one thing that surprised you when you became a mom?

05/06/2026

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05/04/2026

Why your baby’s weight gain might slow around 4 months 👇🏼

This is one of the most common concerns I hear at this visit and most of the time it is completely normal.

Around this age:
Babies get more curious and easily distracted during feeds
They may sleep longer stretches at night
Less overnight milk removal can impact intake
Growth charts don’t always reflect how breastfed babies grow

So what looks like a “slowdown” is often just a shift in feeding patterns not a problem.

That said, if something feels off, trust that feeling. Weight is just one piece of the puzzle. Feeding behavior, diaper output, and milk transfer matter too.

05/01/2026

Most moms are told “just watch for swallowing”…but no one actually shows you what that means.

That sound. That pause. That swallow.
That’s milk transfer.

And if you don’t know what to look and listen for, it’s really easy to assume everything is fine…when it’s not.

✨I teach you exactly how to tell if your baby is actually drinking inside my Breastfeeding Foundations course
so you’re not guessing in those early days.

👉 Did you hear it? 👀

Be honest: YES or NO

Comment FOUNDATIONS and I’ll send you exactly what to listen for 🤍

04/24/2026

If breastfeeding feels confusing, overwhelming, or harder than you expected… you’re not doing anything wrong 🤍

I’ve been there
I didn’t become a lactation consultant because it came naturally
I became one because it didn’t

I know what it feels like to leave an appointment more stressed than when you walked in

That’s why my approach is calm, personalized, and actually practical

You deserve support that makes you feel confident, not second guessing everything

I’m so glad you’re here 🫶🏼

⬇️ Tell me
Are you pregnant or postpartum?
And what’s been the hardest part about feeding so far?

04/23/2026

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04/22/2026

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04/21/2026

If your b***s feel rock hard and painful…this is for you 🤍

Engorgement can happen quickly as your milk transitions from colostrum to mature milk, leaving your breasts feeling tight, swollen, and uncomfortable.

If it’s not improving or feeding feels harder, it’s okay to get support. You don’t have to figure it out alone. Your body is adjusting. You’re doing better than you think 🤍

04/17/2026

Not all lactation consultants are created equal.

“Lactation consultant” is not a protected title, which means anyone can call themselves one…even without clinical training. 🙄

An IBCLC is the gold standard
medically trained
board certified
held to the highest level of care

And that difference matters

Because when you’re struggling, you don’t need guesses;
you need real answers, real support, and real experience. You deserve expert support that actually helps 🤍

🌸Comment FOUNDATIONS and I’ll send you my FREE First 72 Hours Checklist 🌸

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Orange County, CA

Website

http://Ashleyshapirolactation.com/

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