Feed Well Co. Lactation + Infant Feeding

06/27/2025

Huge congratulations to our amazing team members, Jess and Bailie, for officially passing their board certification as International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs)!

I am so proud of their hard work, dedication, and passion. Their commitment to supporting families shines through in every visit, and we’re honored to have them on our team. Here’s to the newest IBCLCs- your impact on our patients is immeasurable and I’m so wildly proud the care you provide to our families!

05/26/2025

We’re hiring!

IBCLC FULL-TIME POSITION

Feed Well is seeking a skilled and experienced International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) to join our multidisciplinary infant feeding team full-time. This role is ideal for a dedicated professional who values collaboration, continuous learning, and evidence-based care.

What We Offer:
401(k) with employer match.
2 weeks paid time off (PTO)
Paid holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Eve; 3 floating holidays
Short-term disability coverage
Annual education stipend

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years in lactation or lactation adjacent field.

• Valid license (LPN, RN, SLP, PT, OT) and IBCLC certification, both in good standing.

• Exceptional clinical skills and a deep commitment to patient-centered care.

Education Requirements:
Candidates must complete the following training programs prior to starting. Reimbursement for coursework may be available.

Manual Mammary Assessment for Modern Providers: Strategies for Inclusive Care
Untying Ankyloglossia: The Impact on Infants, Children and Adults
Oral Habilitation of the Breastfeeding Dyad
Pumping and Feeding Gear for IBCLCs
Advanced Formula Selection Strategies for Infants
Supporting the Immune System with Human Milk
The Medical Management of Nipple/Breast Wounds During Lactation
Advanced Bottle Skills
(one of the programs below)
- Refining Clinical Reasoning for Selection and Use
- Guiding Bottle Breakthroughs
- Bottle Skills for the Bottle Refuser Workshop & Advanced Clinical Skills for the Bottle Refuser
CPR/First Aid Certification

Additional SLP/OT Requirements:
AEIOU
GOMAP
Tummy Time Method

Additional OT requirement:
Physical Agent Modality certification in MD

To Apply:
Please send your interest to info@feedwellco.com

05/03/2025

Let your baby explore the textures, shapes, and smells of the great outdoors—right from your bin! 🌿🪵🍂 This nature sensory bin supports tactile development, visual tracking, early grasping skills, and safe curiosity about the world around them.

How to Use:

• Sit with baby and let them safely explore the items with their hands (and yes, probably their mouth!) 👐👶
• Narrate what they feel: “That’s a rough stick!” “This leaf is crunchy!” 🗣️
• Tap, roll, or slide items to encourage interaction and hand-eye coordination
• Perfect for tummy time or seated play

Want to involve older siblings?
Send them on a scavenger hunt 🕵️‍♀️ to collect safe nature treasures for baby’s bin! Include items like dry leaves, pinecones (larger than baby’s mouth), bark, rocks, or grasses.

Safety First:
⚠️ Always supervise closely
❌ Avoid choking hazards and sharp edges
🚫 Steer clear of poisonous plants
🐜 Shake or tap items to check for hidden bugs

Natural play, built for development!

04/19/2025

These 1:1 scale pictures of my kids will forever be my favorite part of the office. Time is a thief 😭

04/08/2025

Explore Messy Play with Your Baby!

Join us for a 4-week in-person sensory play series designed for infants 6-12 months and their caregivers! Led by an Ali an infant occupational therapist, this class offers hands-on, taste-safe, and delightfully messy sensory experiences to support your baby’s developmental milestones.

What to Expect:
✔️ Messy, Taste-Safe Fun – Squish, splash, and explore with materials like jello, chia seeds, and foamy aquafaba!
✔️ Developmental Support – Strengthen grasping, hand-eye coordination, and sensory processing through guided play.
✔️ Caregiver & Baby Bonding – Interactive, structured sessions for meaningful parent-infant connection.
✔️ Take-Home Resources – Simple at-home play ideas so the messy fun continues beyond class!

Class Details:
📅 Tuesdays at 10 a.m. starting 4/22 (4-week series)
📍Feed Well - Columbia, MD
⏳ 45-minute sessions
💰$10/session
👶 For babies 6-12 months (with caregiver participation)
👩‍👦 Small group setting (4 babies per class)

Spots are limited—sign yours today!

01/14/2025

🌟 Meet Jessica (Nicholson) Cocca! 🌟
Jess is a certified speech-language pathologist (alum of Penn State & Towson University) and an IBCLC candidate, dedicated to helping families thrive. ✨

Her passion lies in optimizing oral motor skills for breast, bottle, and solid feeding, as well as speech and breathing. She’s highly knowledgeable about oral restrictions (tongue, lip, and buccal ties) and their impact on health across the lifespan. Jessica offers practical, effective strategies for pre- and post-frenectomy care, supporting infants, toddlers, and adolescents on their journeys.

Jess loves collaborating with other professionals to meet family goals and enjoys teaching caregivers how to make meaningful connections through play to enhance feeding and language development.

When she’s not in the clinic, you can find her in exploring 🦀 Maryland 🦀 spending time with her husband, cooking up something delicious, traveling, or enjoying time with friends and family.

Welcome Jess! 🎉

01/07/2025

Introducing solids is a BIG milestone for your baby—and family meals play a huge role in making it a positive experience! Here’s why:

🍴 Modeling Eating Behaviors
Babies are little sponges—they learn by watching you! Seeing parents, caregivers and siblings chew, swallow, and explore food teaches them how to eat. Plus, family meals expose them to new flavors, reducing picky eating as they grow.

❤️ Promotes Social & Emotional Development
Mealtime = bonding time. Shared meals help your baby feel secure, loved, and connected. They also start picking up communication skills by mimicking your sounds and expressions.

⏰ Builds Consistent Routines
Babies thrive on routine! Family meals set the stage for mealtime expectations, making food a predictable and stress-free part of their day.

🌟 Encourages Positive Food Associations
Eating together creates a warm, enjoyable atmosphere. This helps your baby form happy memories around food, making mealtimes less about battles and more about connection.

✨ Family meals aren’t just about eating—they’re about teaching, bonding, and growing together. How does your family include your baby at mealtimes? Drop your tips below! 👇

12/25/2024

🎄 Happy Holidays from Feed Well! 🎄

Wishing you and your little ones a season filled with warmth, love, and joy. We’re so grateful to be part of your journey and can’t wait to see what milestones the new year brings.

Thank you for letting us share in your family’s story!

With love,
The Feed Well Team ❤️

12/22/2024

Join us for our newborn movement class for four weeks in January with Dr. Mary Claire, DPT, PT, IBCLC and Ali, OTL/R, who specialize in working with infants 0-12 months!

Time: 10-11am
Dates: 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30
Cost $10/session, $40 total

Space is limited to 5 families so sign up in the link today!

08/07/2024

🌸 Experiencing discomfort from clogged ducts or mastitis? Our latest blog post covers everything you need to know about our new specialized appointments with Dr. Mary Claire, DPT, PT, CBS, at Feed Well Clinic. Discover how we can help you find relief and promote healing. Click the link to read more!

At Feed Well, we understand how challenging and painful breastfeeding complications like clogged ducts and mastitis can be. That's why we're excited to introduce our new specialized appointments with Dr. Mary Claire, DPT, PT, CBS. Designed to provide comprehensive care and effective relief, these ap...

08/06/2024

🌸 New Service Alert! Clogged Duct and Mastitis Appointments 🌸

Dealing with clogged ducts, mastitis, or engorgement?
We can help!

Our clogged duct & mastitis appts include :
✅ Treatment plans: Learn how to treat and prevent recurrence.
✅ Therapeutic Ultrasound: Non-invasive pain relief and healing.
✅ Lymphatic Breast Massage: Reduces swelling and enhances recovery.
✅ K-Tape Application: Supports breast health and alleviates symptoms.

These appointments are covered by insurance! Swipe to discover more about our how Dr. Mary Claire has combined her knowledge as a CBS and PT to offer this incredible service.