The Village IBCLC

The Village IBCLC Lactation Consultant and In-Home Postpartum Nurse. Supporting families in Grande Prairie, AB. Nips & Sips Holiday Edition is OPEN! Register now! Hi, I’m Nicole.

I am a maternity nurse, lactation consultant (IBCLC) and prenatal teacher. I worked on the maternity unit welcoming babies into the world for most of my nursing career until I had my precious little boy in 2020. Although my son was the best thing that has ever happened to me, his arrival, and the postpartum period with him really shook up my life. Two months after his birth, the world went into full shutdown for the pandemic. It was at this time I learned how important a village was because mine was stripped away. After the first year of my motherhood experience, I realized it can be one of the most isolating and lonely times in a parent’s life. And I know that’s hard to talk about, because while we absolutely adore our children, and love parenthood, sometimes it just sucks (and that’s okay). I knew there was something I could do to help new mothers who don’t have that village. Whether its lack of support, not having family close by, or just needing someone who “gets it” we all deserve support and community in this new season of life. My mission is to support you.

“It takes a village to raise a child, but it also takes a village to support a mother.”

🌿 What can you expect in a lactation consultation with me?Feeding support is more than just checking a latch.It’s about ...
11/04/2025

🌿 What can you expect in a lactation consultation with me?

Feeding support is more than just checking a latch.
It’s about understanding your story — your birth, your baby, your body, and your goals.

During a consult, I look at:
✨ The history — what’s been happening so far
✨ The physical clues — ni**le condition, milk flow, baby’s rhythm
✨ Making a plan — because you won’t have to figure this out alone

Every detail tells me something about your feeding story — and how to make it feel better for both of you. 💛

✨ November at The Village ✨Cozy mornings, meaningful connections, and new ways to feel supported this month 🤍From mommy ...
11/02/2025

✨ November at The Village ✨
Cozy mornings, meaningful connections, and new ways to feel supported this month 🤍

From mommy meet-ups to feeding support and early-bird Mother Son Ball tickets — here’s everything happening this November ⬇️

💫 Mother Son Ball VIP List Registration Opens Monday!
Get early-bird pricing + first dibs on tickets 🎟️
Presale tickets sold out in just over 24 hours last year, so if you want early access — join the waitlist through the link in my bio.

🍼 Feeding & Pumping Appointments —
Book personalized lactation and feeding consults, fl**ge fitting sessions, a private prenatal class or in-home postpartum care — all in the comfort of your home. Whether you’re navigating latching, pumping, or feeding challenges, I’m here to help you feel confident and supported. Prenatal bookings welcome!

☕ Nips & Sips Social (Nov 6 @ 10:30 AM) —
Our monthly mommy meet-up at The Clover Co, Grande Prairie!
Come connect with other mamas, enjoy a drink, and make an adorable fall craft 🍁 Free event!

👶 Nips & Sips Feeding Support Group (Nov 24 @ Babies Best Start) —
A free community group for feeding support and encouragement — open to all moms and feeding journeys (you don’t need to be currently feeding).
We’ll have a hot cocoa bar, and children of all ages are welcome! Playroom will be open.

🌿 Limited spots available for in-hospital lactation support — message to book.

Which event are you most excited for this month? 🤍

✨ Some words that mean the absolute world to me.Every visit matters — not just a feeding plan, but for the connection, t...
10/31/2025

✨ Some words that mean the absolute world to me.

Every visit matters — not just a feeding plan, but for the connection, the calm, and the confidence that comes when a mama finally feels seen and supported.

This work fills my heart. 💛

🍂✨ Announcing November’s Nips & Sips Social — Sweater Weather Edition! ✨🍂Bring your coziest fall vibes (and your snuggly...
10/30/2025

🍂✨ Announcing November’s Nips & Sips Social — Sweater Weather Edition! ✨🍂

Bring your coziest fall vibes (and your snuggly little one) for a relaxed mama meet-up filled with warmth, conversation, and connection.

💖 Pregnant & postpartum mamas welcome — breastfeeding or not! This is a space for you. No agenda — just coffee, community, and a space where you can exhale. 💛

This month we’ll be making a “Cozy Cup” handprint craft to celebrate the season ☕🥹

Grab a coffee or a fall flavoured dirty soda, connect with other mamas (or soon to be!) and let your babies play while you refill your own cup.

Hosted by Nicole Major, IBCLC + Nurse, with gentle feeding support available and a baby scale on site for weight checks. 🩷

🗓 Wednesday, November 6 | 10:30 a.m.
📍 The Mini Clover Space, The Clover Co Grande Prairie
👶 Designed for babies 0 – 12 months
💖 Pregnant & postpartum mamas welcome
🎟 Free Entry | No registration needed

Follow for next month’s theme & future meet-ups!

✨ Nips & Sips: The Holiday Edition ✨A cozy, connection-filled prenatal feeding class for expecting mamas, and support pe...
10/24/2025

✨ Nips & Sips: The Holiday Edition ✨

A cozy, connection-filled prenatal feeding class for expecting mamas, and support persons welcome! 💕

Before the Christmas chaos begins, take one evening just for you. Join me for a relaxed, confidence-building night filled with mocktails, charcuterie, and expert feeding guidance — all wrapped in the warmth of The Village.

This isn’t another generic prenatal class.

It’s the space where you’ll learn exactly what to expect with newborn feeding, from the golden hour to bottle prep and pumping, in a way that feels calm, real, and judgment-free.

🎄 What You’ll Learn:
🤍The first feeds + how milk supply works
🤍Latch, feeding cues, and ties
🤍Protecting and maintaining your supply
🤍Pumping + fl**ge fitting in real life
🤍How to ask for help when you need it

Your Evening Includes:
🥂 Festive mocktail bar + charcuterie snacks
📘 Custom handouts + demo stations
🎁 Small holiday self-care gift
🤍 A nurturing, inclusive space to learn and connect

Details:
📅 Thursday, December 4th | 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 Grande Prairie, AB

Tickets:
✨ Early Bird (solo) – $60 (only a few available)!
🌸 General Admission – $70
👫 Partner Bundle (2 tickets) –$100

🎟 Grab your seat now and find your village.

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10/22/2025

Come with me to the Grande Prairie Women’s Show 💕

A weekend filled with connection, laughter, and so many familiar faces — families I’ve worked with, and new families just beginning their journey 🥹

Events like these remind me why I started The Village. From the grandparents saying “oh I wish I had this back then” to the 2nd time moms saying “I want to give myself more support next time” I am here to remind you, we deserve that.

Thank you, GP, for showing up with so much love and excitement for The Village 💛

Next up: Nips & Sips – Holiday Edition 🎄

A cozy prenatal class with mocktails, charcuterie, and real-life feeding prep — happening December 4th! Link to tickets in bio.

This will be my last prenatal class of 2025 so don’t miss out!

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Grande Prairie, AB

Website

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nips-sips-holiday-edition-a-prenatal-class-by-the-village-tick

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