Breastfeeding Success for Families: The Power of Teamwork in Achieving Your Family’s Goals Author: Dr. Jimi Francis, PhD, IBCLC, RDN, LD, RLC Breastfeeding is often seen as a journey that belongs solely to the mother, but it’s a team effort. From… Read More »Breastfeeding Success for Families: The Power of Teamwork in Achieving Your Family’s Goals
Neurodivergence and Breastfeeding: Navigating Unique Challenges with Compassion and Support Author: Dr. Jimi Francis, PhD, IBCLC, RDN, LD, RLCCo-Author: Tayah Cantrell, Certified Breastfeeding Specialist Breastfeeding is a beautiful and complex journey. For neurodivergent mothers—those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, or sensory… Read More »Neurodivergence and Breastfeeding: Navigating Unique Challenges with Compassion and Support
Basics of Maternal Food Intake in Breastfeeding Success Author: Dr. Jimi Francis, PhD, IBCLC, RDN, LD, RLC Congratulations on your new arrival! As a Registered Dietitian and International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), I understand that while you’re busy caring for your… Read More »Basics of Maternal Food Intake in Breastfeeding Success
Prepare for Success: The Importance of Taking a Prenatal Breastfeeding Class During Pregnancy Author: Dr. Jimi Francis, PhD, IBCLC, RDN, LD, RLC Congratulations, family-to-be! As you embark on the incredible journey of pregnancy, there’s so much to learn and prepare for,… Read More »Prepare for Success – Prenatal Breastfeeding Class
The Connection Between Labor Induction and Breast Milk Supply: What You Need to Know Author: Dr. Jimi Francis, PhD, IBCLC, RDN, LD, RLC The miracle of bringing new life into the world is a significant moment for every parent, and the… Read More »Breast Milk Supply and Labor Induction
Quenching the Thirst: The Vital Role of Hydration in Breastfeeding Success Author: Dr. Jimi Francis, PhD, IBCLC, RDN, LD, RLC As a breastfeeding mother, you’re not just nourishing your little one with the purest form of love—your breast milk also carries… Read More »Infant Hydration: Quenching the Thirst
Navigating Sleep for New Parents: A Mental Health Perspective Author: Nathan Mittelstadt, BA, MA, LCDC, LPC-A Introduction Becoming a new parent is a beautiful and transformative experience, but it often comes with the daunting challenge of sleep deprivation. The relentless… Read More »Navigating Sleep for New Parents: A Mental Health Perspective
Double the Love: Navigating the Joys and Challenges of Tandem Breastfeeding Author: Dr. Jimi Francis, PhD, IBCLC, RDN, LD, RLC As a lactation consultant, I’m often asked for information about tandem breastfeeding, which occurs when a mother breastfeeds both her newborn… Read More »Tandem Breastfeeding
Do’s and Don’ts of Using Nutritional Supplements While Breastfeeding Author: Dr. Jimi Francis, PhD, IBCLC, RDN, LD, RLC Mom’s nutritional intake and the way her body stores nutrients create the ideal combination of energy, water, protein, carbohydrates, lipids, vitamins, minerals, and… Read More »Do’s and Don’ts of Using Nutritional Supplements when Breastfeeding