Galactagogues (also known as lactogenic foods or herbs) are foods, herbs and supplements that are thought to increase milk supply in...

Low milk supply is one of the most common reasons to reach out for lactation help. Within the population of lactating parents there are...

Today I want to dive into a somewhat controversial topic: Tongue ties Let's start with some definitions: Ankyloglossia is another word...

As someone who values travel and has traveled around the world with children, I know first hand the stress and anxiety it can produce...

Getting together with friends and family can bring a lot of joy into our lives if we set the correct boundaries. Sometimes having a new...

As we move into winter and temperatures drop, people seek the warmth of indoor spaces. These changes in temperatures and enclosed (often...

One of the biggest reasons people quit breast/chestfeeding early is because of nipple pain. A good or bad latch can literally make or...

5/16/2022 I had a really beautiful moment this week during a virtual consultation that I really want to share. The client was two days...

Motherhood is a beautiful yet stressful time in our lives. It is filled with more love than you can ever imagine, but at the same time...

2015 In 2015 my first baby was born, and I had no idea what I was getting into. I spent my pregnancy days listening to Hypno-birthing...

There is a lot of fear and anxiety when it comes to medical visits, so I wanted to do a quick walk through of what an In-Home consult...

I'm sure you've seen the abbreviation IBCLC and thought, what the heck is that?! Trust me, when I was first interested in the lactation...

Whether you get 4 months or 6 weeks of time off, it is hard to leave your baby and reenter the work force. The United States has a lot of...

Having an oversupply of milk is a blessing and a curse, all at the same time. While your milk supply is abundant, an oversupply can lead...

My name is Kelsey Smith. I am a wife, mother, RN, Lactation Educator and an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Candidate....