Articles
Straight talk about breastfeeding
Written by Julie from what she sees in homes every week. On her current site this collection is called The Boobie Tube.
Why can't my lactation consultant fix everything in one visit?
Breastfeeding problems usually have more than one cause. Why it often takes a few visits, and what each one is for.
3 min readYour nipples want you to call me
Sore nipples are common but not normal. What causes the pain and why waiting it out rarely works.
2 min readLactation results come with a price
What you are paying for when you hire a private practice lactation consultant, and what it saves you.
2 min readDo you want to become a lactation consultant?
The training, clinical hours and exam behind the IBCLC credential, from someone who has held it since 2003.
2 min readWhen lip and tongue ties interfere with weight gain
How a restricted tongue or lip can quietly lower milk transfer and supply, and what to do about it.
2 min readIBCLC versus other lactation specialists: choose wisely
The difference between an IBCLC, a CLC and other breastfeeding helpers, and why it matters when things are hard.
2 min readWhen birth trauma causes nipple trauma
How a difficult birth can leave tension in a baby's body that shows up as a painful latch.
2 min readMother-to-mother online support can cause more harm than good
Online groups are generous with advice. Why well-meant tips can delay the help you actually need.
3 min readReady when you are
Call, text or book online. Julie answers personally.