Welcome to World Breastfeeding Week (WBW), celebrated every year from August 1-7! This week is all about raising awareness and taking action to support breastfeeding. In 2024, we’re focusing on addressing inequalities in breastfeeding support and prevalence. Let’s dive into the four key objectives for this year and share what we’re doing at Bayou City … Read more
It’s May! Last month of the school year (for most), flowers are in bloom (still have quite a bit of April showers around!) and weather is warming up. Did you know that May is Mental Health Awareness Month? AND did you know that Mental Health Awareness Month began in 1949 by the Substance Abuse and … Read more
The journey of breastfeeding comes with various challenges and questions, and one that often arises is whether it’s safe to enjoy a glass of wine or consume alcohol while breastfeeding. The concept of “pumping and dumping” has gained attention as a potential solution to enjoy a drink without compromising the well-being of your nursing … Read more
Understanding Your Rights as a Working Mother It can be scary to go back to work and be unsure of what your rights are when it comes to breastfeeding or pumping. It is already such a big change in the day to day and stress level without having even more to worry about. Women often … Read more
A lactation visit is about much more than latching. Each session looks at the whole picture of infant feeding: bottle feeding, pumping, and the careful assessment that comes with every visit. We do more than help babies latch. We look at feeding, growth, and development together. At first glance, a visit is about perfecting the … Read more
Dear Reader, Let’s be honest, as mothers, you can bet that 99% of the time, we are a hot mess. *Raising my hand* because I promise, I’m right there with you. The reality of it all is the amount of pressure there is to be the perfect mom. The “Do’s” and “Don’ts” for us is … Read more
So what is an IBCLC..XZY and why do I need one? We know it can be confusing for new parents, since there are so many different people offering to help with breastfeeding. And even if parents are looking at credentials to figure out who has the skills needed to help their situation, there are just … Read more
One of the primary job responsibilities of any good parent is making sure that your child gets the right medical examinations on the proper schedule.
Before you go on maternity leave, there are a couple of things you should know first.
A letter to my 26 year old self…. Always remember that we can do this no matter the color of our skin, our education or our financial situation. We just need to be armed with information and support. See you in the future, and enjoy the journey.