Rockwall Lactation

09/03/2025

Let's talk about boundaries during breastfeeding. ❌🙅❌

* Setting boundaries with family and friends is okay. Be kind and communicate your wishes but it's alright to set a boundary if that is what you need. This may look like:
* "We have chosen to breastfeed only so you can't give him a bottle but I'd love for you to change a diaper and give him a sweet snuggle!"
* "We prefer to have visitors after we get home from the hospital. I hope you understand that we need that time to recover and bond."

* Setting boundaries with your baby is okay too! Let's unpack this a bit. Newborns and small infants rely on us entirely, don't they? In these early days we make a lot of sacrifices of our own desires to meet the needs of these little ones. And that will continue. BUT, when your baby is older, breastfeeding is the first place you can begin to set boundaries. Some examples may be:
* to my 1 year old, "mommy needs to go potty and then you can have milkies"
* to my 8 month old, "Do not bite. That hurts me." and then put them down for a moment before resuming to feed if needed.
* to my 2 year old, "we can have milkies for 2 songs and then it's bedtime."
and the big one.....
* to my child of whatever age "Please do not twiddle. I do not like it."

If you older baby is doing something that you do not want them to do then you can tell them to stop. They may not be happy about it but that is okay. Children are not always happy with their parents and we all need to settle into that a little bit. You can do it and if you need help with a problem that has arisen, reach out and make an appointment!

08/29/2025

Did you know that you can pump straight into some breastmilk storage bags? Save yourself a step and clean fewer bottles by doing this! Pictured here is a Spectra fl**ge with a Lansinoh milk bag pulled over the connection where you would put your bottle. You still need the duckbill or valve so don't skip that part or it won't work!

08/27/2025

This really spoke to me. Motherhood and especially that early postpartum period can be so challenging! It's a roller-coaster of emotions - high highs and low lows. Please know that you are not alone. You are not a bad mom. You ARE in fact made for this even though it may not feel like it. If you need extra support, please don't be afraid to ask for it. Here are some ideas:

* Help from friends. Sometimes people say "let me know how I can help you" and you have no idea what to ask for or you feel guilty for asking. Just ask. Help me vacuum up the dog hair. Help me by bringing me dinner. Help me by taking my older child to the park for an hour.
*** If you're this friend who made this offer, try making a more concrete offer or just show up! ***

* Talk to a professional. I'd be happy to give you a pep talk but sometimes you need more than that. My favorite resource in DFW is Kim Kertsberg at https://dallaspps.com/ but there are many excellent counselors in the area who can absolutely help you.

* Talk to your spouse. They can help you. They want to help you. They need to know what you're feeling so they can help you.

Don't suffer in silence. You deserve better than that.

“Yes, everything is fine.“

Are you and your partner letting each other know how you really feel? With transparency and gentleness! So you can support each other?

It’s hard.



Illustration from 📕 WHAT ABOUT US by and

08/24/2025

A few appointments available this week - schedule today! Remember I offer prenatal appointments to set you up for success!

08/22/2025

I love it so much when I get to help a mama see that she is in fact doing it! Her baby is doing well and they're making their goal happen!

08/18/2025

Bags are packed, kids are ready, and a new year begins 🎉

That also means 🥁🥁🥁 that Rockwall Lactation is back to regular hours! Make your appointment today!

08/01/2025

So excited to be highlighted in Voyage Dallas!

Today we’d like to introduce you to Dodie Hamrick. Hi Dodie, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.Hi! I’m Dodie Hamrick, IBCLC, MPA, BA I am a Dallas native living in Rockwall, wife of a USAF veteran, and the mom to three beautiful children. I believe tha...

07/31/2025

“There’s so much more research to be done in this area—we’re just getting started,” adds Jaquish. “If we’re seeing a connection between the gut and the mammary gland, what other interactions might be happening in the body? And what else could be impacting the milk that we’re passing on to our offspring?”

How does the immune system prepare for breastfeeding? - Salk Institute for Biological Studies https://share.google/gScRN3xlf7bc2RKZE

07/29/2025

04/09/2025

Happy International Unicorn Day! Sending good vibes to all you unicorn mamas out there feeding your babies! Your milk is magical just like you!

03/17/2025

Thank you to all my wonderful families! I'm lucky to be your IBCLC! Thank you for allowing me to serve you and your sweet babies. 🍀💚

03/14/2025

What's your favorite PIE? Mine is buttermilk and coconut meringue!

In case geometry was a lifetime ago... The number π is a mathematical constant that is the ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter, approximately equal to 3.14159. :)