Support for Breastfeeding Moms

Breast­feed­ing can be a reward­ing but chal­leng­ing expe­ri­ence for many new moms. Ash­ley S., R.N. and lac­ta­tion spe­cial­ist, is here to help guide and sup­port you.

“My role as a lac­ta­tion spe­cial­ist is to help moms nav­i­gate through their breast­feed­ing jour­ney and to be there to sup­port and help them with any ques­tions or con­cerns that they may have along the way,” Ash­ley explained. 

Whether you’re a new mom or need some extra help, Ash­ley and her team are ready to assist. Some of the most com­mon issues that Ash­ley and her team address include mas­ti­tis, sore or cracked nip­ples, low milk sup­ply, clogged milk ducts, breast engorge­ment, and thrush. These chal­lenges can be tough, but with the right sup­port, they can be man­aged effectively.

Ash­ley shares some essen­tial tips to help make breast­feed­ing a bit easier:

• Stay hydrat­ed: Drink­ing plen­ty of water is cru­cial for main­tain­ing a good milk supply.
• Breast­feed or emp­ty breasts fre­quent­ly: This helps pre­vent issues like clogged ducts and ensures a steady milk supply.
• Eat a well-bal­anced diet: Prop­er nutri­tion sup­ports over­all health and milk production.
• Uti­lize sup­port groups: Con­nect­ing with oth­ers who are breast­feed­ing can pro­vide valu­able advice and emo­tion­al support.
• Ensure pump flanges are the cor­rect size: Prop­er fit helps make pump­ing more effec­tive and comfortable.

If you’re strug­gling with breast­feed­ing or have any ques­tions, don’t hes­i­tate to reach out for help. 

You can call our Ash­ley and our lac­ta­tion spe­cial­ist with our QMG Wom­en’s Health Cen­ter at (217) 222‑6550, ext. 3079.