Eastern Shore Lactation - Elizabeth Simmons, IBCLC

08/22/2024

It’s been a while…I apologize for the quiet but things got very busy when we found out that my husband was offered a new job position and we were MOVING to DC! I am so incredibly grateful for all the families in Alabama that allowed me to be a part of their pregnancy and postpartum times.

We have bought a new home (new to us…built in 1898!) and have settled in with school starting soon up here. I have signed on with a lovely PT that specializes in concierge (in home) pelvic floor PT for pregnant/postpartum women to offer lactation care for her clients in DC Metro area. Alabama Moms will always hold a special place in my heart and I will miss you ❤️ pictures of your growing babes always welcome!

04/09/2024

03/27/2024

03/06/2024

Happy IBCLC day! Thank you to all of the wonderful IBCLC’s out there helping to feed the babies!

02/27/2024

Here are some ideas on what to do with breastmilk that isn’t safe to feed to baby:

https://www.aloha-nutrition.com/10-uses-for-breastmilk/?

We all know that breastmilk is liquid gold. There is a never ending list of all the benefits and scientists are still discovering more beneficial properties! Breastmilk meets all of the baby’s requirements. But what happens when a mom is told to pump and dump? Pump and dump means the mom has to

02/16/2024

Great handout on bottle feeding a breastfed baby for caregivers. Perfect to send to babysitters, daycare etc

Click on the image below to download the 2021 revised Caregiver handout.

02/09/2024

Hello from Puerto Rico! I’m out of town for a little Mardi Gras trip for a few days with my family but will be right back :)

02/06/2024

https://www.facebook.com/stories/105015015615334/UzpfSVNDOjE1MjU5MjE1MzE1MjAwOTA=/?view_single=1&source=shared_permalink&mibextid=W9rl1R

01/31/2024

https://www.nancymohrbacher.com/breastfeeding-resources-1/2016/6/10/when-stored-milk-smells-soapy-or-rancid?fbclid=IwAR0DjbDVbFq9X99qhhzkZoWcKzmBuh-By_EqnMgr9ofZCqTXh5S-llQFSoE_aem_AZhrLZgWlKUIj1OzbbVKqdO2XctqoBAJV3b1PtTcFb8r5sWrZCKMOo2XjMhGnyNvods

June 10, 2016 When Stored Milk Smells Soapy or Rancid June 10, 2016/ Nancy Mohrbacher June 10, 2016/ Nancy Mohrbacher/ /Source Handouts Handouts Nancy Mohrbacher

01/05/2024

If pump companies were ever to make a resolution for 2024, my hope is that it would be to
♻️ RECYCLE the 2️⃣4️⃣mm in 2024!!! 🌳🌱🌴
Given that 24mm (and larger fl**ges) are too large for 99% of the earth's population who pump their milk 🌎 (that's my estimate but hey, the research studies are coming)...that means that hundreds of thousands of plastic fl**ges are going in the trash 🗑️ (well, for those who had an effective fl**ge fitting anyway)...I know, I know, some people DO pump extremely comfortably (it should feel like nothing or a gentle tug) and get plenty of milk out in 15-20 minutes with a 24mm or larger (hey, rarely 21 and larger, honestly), but if 21mm+ works for them, then cool, they can keep 'em. We need a few 21mm+ fl**ges available. But all pumps should come with sizes 13, 14, 15, 16, and 17...at least that's what I think (and many of my colleagues agree).
Share this post and tag pump companies, please!!!
If you are convinced you are using the perfect size for you (based on my Fl**ge FITS™ Guide), what size are you using?
Or if you're a lactation professional who does fl**ge fittings, what are your top three most common sizes?
If you work for a pump company, what is your excuse? :)
Any tags below do not reflect endorsement of any pump or pump company, just for the record. Many pumps are of good quality, some aren't but hey...no one asked me...

~ Jeanette Mesite Frem, MHS, IBCLC, RLC, CCE
International Board Certified Lactation Consultant
Creator, Fl**ge FITS™ Guide and several courses for lactation professionals and for parents about pumping and feeding gear.