The first rule of lactation care is, “feed the baby.” If feeding at the breast went easily all the time, the world wouldn’t need IBCLCs. Sometimes there are challenges, and that’s ok, we will find our way through them. In the meantime, we have to get milk into the baby. In the early days, we […]
Preparing for Your Visit
Whether you have booked a virtual or a home consult, you’re probably wondering what the next step is. No matter what type of visit it is, start here: If you have requested a consult and have not received a confirmation in a timely manner, please text 225-230-9054. Check your email. The details for accessing our […]
Exciting News!
Magnolia Lactation Consulting is pleased to announce the addition of another IBCLC. This means that there will now be greater appointment availability – more support for all of your breastfeeding needs. Danielle Saxon, MSN, RN, IBCLC will be providing lactation home visits in the greater Baton Rouge area. Her experience working with breastfeeding families is […]
What to Eat When You’re Breastfeeding
What can I eat and drink to make the best milk? Well, the simple answer to that is: eat enough calories and drink to match your thirst. If the answer is so easy, then why are there so many special breastfeeding diets advertised? There are so many supplements, teas, cookies, and drinks aimed at increasing […]
Milky Myths: Part One
What Do Lactation Consultants Really Do? The majority of my work as an IBCLC (international board certified lactation consultant) is education. The more we can arm a family with information, the better. As an IBCLC, I am an expert in lactation support and care of the breastfeeding family. However, you are the expert […]
Breastfeeding During Illness: What’s Ok to Take?
What is safe to take while breastfeeding? Before pregnancy and breastfeeding we all tend to have our favorite remedies, whether prescribed, over the counter (OTC), herbal, or homeopathic. Once a new little life is physically connected to us, things change. Now we need to consider if our favorites are safe. What questions […]