If feeding isn't going the way you expected, you've probably started searching the internet for answers. And somewhere between Instagram and TikTok, you may have come across two different types of professionals — lactation consultants and feeding therapists — and thought, what's the difference? And which one do I actually need? You're not alone. This is one of the most common questions I hear from families. And getting the right support early can make a real difference in your feeding...

Parents often love coming to see me, and leaving with playtime activities that help give structure to their days-- which may otherwise feel like a blur! Because, what do you actually do with a baby all day?? Between naps, feedings, and life, it can feel a bit chaotic. But, playtime is where the magic happens for feeding! If I only had 20 minutes a day  to play with my baby as a Speech-Language Pathologist and IBCLC Lactation Consultant specializing in infant feeding and development , here’s...

An Overlooked Root Cause of Infant Tension and Breastfeeding Struggles: Sensory Challenges, particularly the vestibular system. The vestibular system helps baby respond to movement- think laying down for diaper changes, rolling into tummy time, being held upright against parent's chest- these movements build balance, strength, and lay the foundation for later milestones, like rolling and sitting. Sometimes tension is a sign that baby's body interprets movement as a threat. You may notice...