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The LCA team, minus a couple, had a wonderful time

The LCA team, minus a couple, had a wonderful time celebrating Christmas and the holiday season last night. #breastfeeding #breastfeedingatlanta #lactationconsultant #lactationconsultantsofatlanta

Happy Thanksgiving! We hope you enjoy the day with

Happy Thanksgiving! We hope you enjoy the day with your family and friends.

#Thanksgiving #thankful #givethanks #breastfeedingatlanta #lactationconsultantsofatlanta

When it's the day before a holiday and you're find

When it's the day before a holiday and you're finding it hard to get motivated!!!
#turkeydayiscoming #lactationconsultantsofatlanta #breastfeedingatlanta #lazy #funnymoments #funatwork

Many times, new parents ask the question “is my

Many times, new parents ask the question “is my baby getting enough”?

There are instances, however, where there is an over-production of milk. Over production is characterized by more than 60mL (2 ounces) per hour. Inflammation, mastitis, and breast abscess are potential problems with an oversupply of breast milk. It is important to speak to a skilled IBCLC (Internationally Board-Certified Lactation Consultant) to create a care plan to regulate milk production.

Breast milk over production can be coupled with a heavy or forceful milk ejection reflex or “let down.” When this happens, the baby may become overwhelmed with milk, gag or pull off the breast to catch their breath and swallow. Changing position can slow the flow of milk, helping the baby suck, swallow, and breathe more easily. By laying back slightly, gravity will help slow the flow of the milk.

Speaking with a Lactation Consultant can provide clarity on these situations and offer suggestions to manage milk production and milk flow. Reach out to us at www.breastfeedingatlanta.com!

#breastfeedingsupport #themoreyouknow #breastfeeding #milk #breastmilk #oversupply #oversupplymama #breastfeedingatlanta #lactationconsultantsofatlanta

If you are pumping at work, here are some tips tha

If you are pumping at work, here are some tips that you may find helpful:

1. Have a pump that travels well and is comfortable for you

2. Be familiar with the lactation/pumping room at your workplace

3. Have a back-up plan for storing your milk if there is not a sanitary refrigerator available (A small lunchbox with ice packs work well)

4. Pump at least every 3 hours for 15 minutes on each side.

5. Know that you have a right to pump for your child while at work according to Charlotte’s Law!

If you have any questions or concerns, we are here to help. If you are returning to work soon, call us to schedule a return to work consult so we can customize a plan for you.

#breastfeedingandworking #pumpingatwork #breastfeedingmoms #tipsforpumping #breastfeedingatlanta #lactationconsultantsofatlanta

Happy Monday! #monday #mondaymorning #mondayfunda

Happy Monday!

#monday #mondaymorning #mondayfunday #newweekvibes #breastfeedingatlanta #lactationconsultantsofatlanta

We want to thank all of our service members for th

We want to thank all of our service members for their service and sacrifice for our country. Deployments,
trainings, and countless months away from your families is not easy and we are beyond grateful that you
are willing to lace up those boots and go to work.

#VeteransDay #veterans #UnitedStatesMilitary #ThankYouVeterans #breastfeedingatlanta #lactationconsultantsofatlanta

Knowing your baby stomach size is important to kno

Knowing your baby stomach size is important to know so you can determine how much the baby needs to intake in each feeding. Day one the baby stomach is around the size of a cherry. The baby will be feeding more frequently in small quantities. Day 3 the baby stomach has grown into a size of a walnut. One week the baby's stomach is the size of an apricot. In one month, the baby stomach is the size of a large egg. The baby will be feeding less frequently and in larger quantities. As your baby grows the intake and frequencies will change. Talk to your healthcare provider or IBCLC (Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant) to know how much and how frequent your baby should be feeding for their age and stomach size.

#newbornfeeding #newbornstomachsize #cherry #walnut #apricot #egg #breastfeeding #IBCLC #breastfeedingatlanta #lactationconsultantsofatlanta

Happy Monday! #monday #mondayvibes #newweekvibes

Happy Monday!

#monday #mondayvibes #newweekvibes #newgoals #breastfeedingatlanta #lactationconsultantsofatlanta

We hope that you take some time to rest this weeke

We hope that you take some time to rest this weekend.

#rest #relax #relaxation #weekend #breastfeedingatlanta #lactationconsultantsofatlanta

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