Rachael is so excited to have the opportunity to help new and experienced mothers in their breastfeeding journey. Every baby is different and every breastfeeding journey can be fraught with triumphs and frustrations. Having someone in your corner, often can make all the difference in the world.
Breastfeeding offers not only benefits for baby, but also benefits to the nursing mother. Studies show that moms who successfully breastfeed their babies have lower bouts of post-partum depression, improved overall blood pressure, lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes, and lower risk of developing both breast and ovarian cancers (CDC, 2020). Babies who were breastfed have lower incidences of obesity, type 1 diabetes, severe asthma, ear infections, sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), and gastrointestinal infections (CDC, 2020).
Rachael offers 1 hour breastfeeding counseling sessions and can help with the following:
- Painful latch
- Low milk supply
- Pumping and return to work
- Correct positioning at the breast
- Supplementing and increasing milk supply
- Breastfeeding multiples
- Engorgement and oversupply
- Breastfeeding in the first few weeks and importance of on demand feeding
If you choose to breastfeed your baby, Rachael is here to support you throughout your journey with evidence based counseling and research, proven methods, and support in any way she can. There are many myths regarding breastfeeding out there, but if you want to breastfeed; Rachael can work with you to develop a breastfeeding plan and work towards your goals together!
Useful Links
www.llli.org : LaLeche League
www.babycenter.com/baby/breast...
www.awhonn.org/consumer-resour... : for pregnant mothers