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Let’s Get Together and Spread the Boobie Love

melissa — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:09:19 +0000

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There’s a lot of hoopla in the field of lactation, specifically regarding credentialing, licensure, and reimbursement for lactation professionals, as we work to integrate lactation care into the healthcare industry. I’ve seen and heard and been a part of many conversations about the various roles/providers and how they fit into the very new and still [...]

IBCLCs Make a Difference

melissa — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 21:04:00 +0000

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As seen on Bloom Spokane. International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) are healthcare professionals who are recognized as the experts in the field of lactation. In honor of IBCLC Day 2013, here are four ways IBCLCs make a difference on breastfeeding: Help Families When prenatal education and postpartum care is provided to women from [...]

Flat and Inverted Nipples

Melissa Morgan, IBCLC, CLE — Thu, 31 May 2012 23:02:08 +0000

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About Flat and Inverted Nipples It is common for women who are pregnant for the first time to have nipples that do not fully protrude; about one third of mothers have nipples with some sort of inversion. Because your baby takes in not just the nipple but also a significant portion of the surrounding breast [...]

Feminism, Parenting, and Nature

Melissa Morgan, IBCLC, CLE — Tue, 22 May 2012 05:56:43 +0000

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I came across this article on FB and was inspired to respond. The “new” feminism, in my opinion, isn’t about WORKING and advancements toward equality, it’s about recognizing the power of the feminine and embracing it. Breastfeeding and child-rearing is the quintessential expression of feminism: honoring the biology of ourselves (women) and our children. I [...]

Breastfeeding with Laid Back Positioning or Biological Nurturing

Melissa Morgan, IBCLC, CLE — Sat, 19 May 2012 08:10:36 +0000

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When to use: Biological nurturing or laid back positioning is a natural way to encourage your own and your baby’s instincts to facilitate effective latch and bonding. It can be used as soon as mom and baby want after birth. How to facilitate biological nurturing: • Mother’s body should be adequately supported with pillows, [...]

Football Hold for Breastfeeding

Melissa Morgan, IBCLC, CLE — Sat, 19 May 2012 08:08:39 +0000

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When to use: The football hold is a great position for mothers who’ve had a cesarean section, as well as for mothers with a forceful letdown or who have large breasts. This hold is also useful for babies who are tongue tied or who have trouble maintaining tongue extension. Step by step: • Baby [...]

Cross Cradle Breastfeeding Position

Melissa Morgan, IBCLC, CLE — Sat, 19 May 2012 08:06:36 +0000

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When to use: The cross cradle breastfeeding hold (or cross-over position) is a great learning position, as it allows the mother good control (as compared to other positions) as she brings her baby to her breast. Step by step: • Baby needs to be at breast height, so it is suggested to use a [...]

Vegetable soup with black beans

Melissa Morgan, IBCLC, CLE — Fri, 11 May 2012 00:10:24 +0000

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Healthy eating recipes Servings: 8 Source: Melissa Morgan, IBCLC, CLE Ingredients 1 cup Black beans 1 small Onion 2 cloves Garlic 4 medium Carrot 4 medium Celery .5 large Red pepper .5 large Orange pepper 2 cups Cabbage 2 cups Broccoli 2 cups Mushrooms 1 can Canned tomatoes 8 cups Vegetable broth 1 tbsp. Coconut [...]

Curried red lentil soup with banana squash

Melissa Morgan, IBCLC, CLE — Thu, 10 May 2012 23:35:27 +0000

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Healthy eating recipes Servings: 8 Source: Melissa Morgan, IBCLC, CLE Ingredients 1 cup Onion, finely chopped 2 cloves Garlic, minced 2 stocks Celery, chopped 2 medium Carrot, chopped 4 medium Red potatoes, chopped 3 tbsp. Coconut oil 2 tsp. Dry mustard 2 tsp. Curry powder 1 tsp. Cinnamon 2 tsp. Cumin 1 tsp. Coriander 1 [...]

Mama’s Milkie Morning Pancakes

Melissa Morgan, IBCLC, CLE — Tue, 01 May 2012 03:27:49 +0000

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Lactation recipes are cropping up all over the internet. These cakes are similar to the myriad of lactation cookie recipes available, but with a breakfast food focus. Working and non-working moms alike will appreciate these pancakes; they’re easy to make and store to make breakfast time simple. Milkie Morning Pancakes are made with whole [...]