How an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) Might Support You.

Happy IBCLC DAY! An IBCLC, international Board Certified Lactation Consultant, can be a great asset to you and your family's care team. IBCLCs can assist with a variety of concerns, challenges and questions. In this blog, we break down the many concerns an IBCLC might help you and your family to address along with the various ways The Center can support you. Text us at our line at 202.293.5182 if you have specific questions for our team.

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How to DIY a Supplemental Nursing System at home

A Supplemental Nursing System (SNS) can be a helpful tool for parent and baby dyads who are facing challenges at the breast/chest and need to supplement breastmilk or formula. An SNS allows for baby to receive a measured volume of milk while still being latched at the breast. In this blog, you’ll find more information on how to assemble an at-home DIY SNS with video instructions and testimonials from other parents.

How ToAngel YarborFebruary 15, 2023milksupply, breastfeeding, nursing, sns, supplemental nursing system, Medela, new baby, new mom tips

Safe Formula Preparation

Whether supplementing or exclusively feeding your baby formula, it is super important to have a grasp on the basics of safe formula preparation to keep your little one healthy. This blog discusses bottle sterilization, formula preparation, storage, and the importance.

Tips, Info, How ToAngel YarborSeptember 1, 2022bottlefeeding, breastfeeding, formula, new baby, new mom tips, milk storage

C-Section Awareness Month: Tips for Recovery

Each April, we celebrate Cesarean (C- section) Awareness Month. This campaign aims to raise awareness and educate people about a variety of topics related to cesareans. If you had a planned or emergency C-section, we have resources and information to help you care for yourself, your body, and your baby after your procedure.

Tips, Info, How ToAngel YarborApril 20, 2022c-section, support, self care, new baby, new mom, nursing positions, c-section tips

Weighted feeds: Why they are useful and how to perform them

Weighted feeding is performed by measuring your baby pre and post-feeding. The goal of the weighted feeding is to determine how much breastmilk your baby takes during one breastfeeding session. During an IBCLC consult, your baby is weighed several times. In this blog, we break down the in and outs of weighted feeds and how to perform them.

How ToAngel YarborOctober 28, 2021Weighted feeds, clinical, breastfeeding, new baby, scale