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Apr 271 min read

Breast Hypoplasia, Inverted Nipples & Breast Surgery: The Importance of Identifying Risks & Building a Feeding Plan

The journey of breast/chest feeding is a beautiful experience, but it's essential to identify and address any potential hurdles you may...

Apr 201 min read

5 Reasons to Book a Prenatal Lactation Consult

Gain the knowledge and confidence in preparing to feed your newborn!

Apr 191 min read

Nurturing Nature: The Incredible Bond Between Breast Milk and the Infant Microbiome

Did you know that breast milk is like a personalized potion crafted by nature for your baby's well-being? It's not just about providing...

Apr 91 min read

Nipple Shields: What They Are & How and When to Use them

Wondering about nipple shields? Let's break it down! Nipple shields are a helpful tool for breastfeeding parents facing challenges like...

Feb 292 min read

How Can a Lactation Consultant Help Me?

How can an IBCLC help me? How are they different from the help I would get from my care provider or a public health nurse? We often see...

Dec 14, 20232 min read

Bottle Feeding: Start Low & Go Slow

While breast/chest feeding has many health benefits for parent and babe, not all people can or want to feed their baby directly from...

Dec 7, 20233 min read

When Should I Start Pumping?

If you are planning to breast/chest feed, you may be wondering how, if and when to use a bottle and how and when to use a breast pump in...

Oct 6, 20232 min read

Family Support: When Complex Problems call for Specialized Help

Our clients often say: "why didn't my doctor recommend that I see you? I had to Google search to find you." or "my pediatrician seemed to...

Oct 5, 20231 min read

AROM: Artificial Rupture of Membranes

AROM or Artificial Rupture of Membranes is an induction/labour augmentation method that uses a tool that has a small hook at the end like...

Oct 5, 20231 min read

Myth: Lactation Cookies Will Increase Milk Supply.

There is insufficient evidence that lactation cookies and other herbal supplements will increase your milk supply. When it comes down to...