Loving Arms Family Support

01/09/2026

Take advantage of this wonderful resource if you need it!

01/08/2026

You should not have to second guess. Support is priceless but it shouldn’t have to break the bank. Use the link and contact us to schedule your Lactation Consultation! https://go.lactationnetwork.com/LovingArmsFamilySupportLLC

01/08/2026

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AWHONN is deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Dr. Janell Green Smith, CNM, who died from complications related to childbirth on January 2, 2026. Dr. Smith was a respected certified nurse-midwife, scholar, and passionate advocate for equitable, evidence-based maternal care whose work advanced Black maternal health and supported families across our profession. The loss of a Black midwife and maternal health leader in the United States is a profound tragedy and a stark reminder of the inequities that continue to endanger Black women during pregnancy and birth. Dr. Smith’s death reflects the ongoing impact of structural racism and gaps in accountability within our health care system.

As we grieve her passing, we also acknowledge the responsibility of the healthcare profession to confront these failures. AWHONN reaffirms our commitment to advancing racial equity in maternal health, strengthening systems of care, and partnering with Black midwives, clinicians, and communities to prevent future loss.

Her loss is a profound sorrow for her family, her newborn child, colleagues, and the broader maternal health community. We extend our heartfelt condolences and stand in solidarity with those grieving her death and honoring her legacy.

01/05/2026

Our January calendar is here!
-Breastfeeding 101 1/9 at 6 pm- FREE hands-on class to introduce or reintroduce you to the breastfeeding basics!
-Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group 1/15 at 6pm- We join with Jackson’s Gift to bring you FREE support and community.
-Fourth Trimester Tribe Q&A 1/21 at 6pm- FREE virtual event to talk more about this wonderful resource to our community!
-Birth Worker's Brunch- 1/24 at 11am Back by popular demand! This catered brunch is for all local birth workers to join and collaborate.
-Loving Latch Support Group 1/27 at 6 pm- FREE virtual support group for mamas breastfeeding or thinking about breastfeeding.
RSVP to join one of our free community events.

01/01/2026

This year at Loving Arms Family Support, I planted seeds and watered them with care—
through every class, consult, and connection. Quiet growth. Deep roots. Every seed planted in 2025 was done with love—
for mothers, babies, and families. Purposeful work.
The foundation is set.
Now it’s time to bloom. 🌸 Join the Loving Arms community, this season is just beginning.

12/21/2025

Families, please learn the signs so you can recognize them. Listen to your body!

🫀 Signs & Symptoms to Know

Your body has ways of letting you know when something isn’t right.

Peripartum Cardiomyopathy (PPCM) can show up during late pregnancy or in the months after birth. Symptoms can be subtle at first and are often mistaken for normal postpartum changes.

✨ Common signs include:
• Shortness of breath
• Swelling in the legs, feet, or abdomen
• Fatigue that feels different or worsens
• Rapid or irregular heartbeat
• Trouble breathing when lying flat
• Sudden weight gain from fluid

💬 Heart sisters: if you experienced different or unusual symptoms that aren’t listed here, we invite you to share in the comments. Your experience may help someone else recognize the signs sooner.

We also want to gently remind our community: sometimes a BNP blood test alone does not tell the full story. BNP levels can be inaccurate or appear “normal” for some PPCM moms.

If symptoms persist or something doesn’t feel right, an echocardiogram can be lifesaving and is often needed to be sure.

Save • Share • Stay informed 🤍

Visit: https://letstalkppcm.org/share-your-story-1
to share your PPCM story and help raise awareness.

12/17/2025

Starting solids? Let’s talk about gagging!

If your baby gags when trying new foods, take a breath. 😮‍💨
Gagging is NORMAL.

Babies are born with a strong gag reflex. It’s a safety feature, not a failure. As they explore textures and learn to move food around their mouth, gagging is part of the learning process.

🥄 Gagging ≠ choking
🎭 It usually sounds loud and dramatic
🥣 It means your baby is figuring things out

What does matter is:
• Baby’s readiness
• Food size & texture
• Posture and positioning
• A plan that fits your baby (and your comfort level)

And yes—a lactation consultant can help with solids too.
At Loving Arms Family Support, I support families with gentle, developmentally appropriate feeding plans that build confidence for both baby and parent.

You don’t have to guess. You don’t have to Google yourself into a spiral.
You deserve support through every feeding stage 🤍

📩 DM me to create a personalized solids plan or add feeding support to your lactation visit.

12/12/2025

We are all ready for our monthly class!