by Alyssa Peri, IBCLC | Aug 27, 2026 | Uncategorized
Protecting Your Milk Supply and Your Breastfeeding Relationship Returning to work after having a baby can bring a mix of emotions. You may feel excited to reconnect with your career while also feeling heartbroken about spending time away from your little one. For many...
by Alyssa Peri, IBCLC | Jul 31, 2026 | Uncategorized
Returning to work while breastfeeding can bring a mix of emotions. You may feel excited to return to your career while feeling anxious about leaving your baby in someone else’s care. One of the biggest concerns many breastfeeding mothers have is whether their...
by Alyssa Peri, IBCLC | Jul 17, 2026 | Breastfeeding Basics
A challenging beginning The first 12 weeks of breastfeeding can feel like a blur of feeding sessions, diaper changes, and questions that never seem to stop. Many new parents come into breastfeeding expecting it to feel intuitive or “settled” quickly, only to discover...
by Alyssa Peri, IBCLC | Jan 9, 2026 | Uncategorized
For many new moms, the pressure to build a big freezer stash can feel overwhelming, especially when social media is full of perfectly organized freezers packed with milk bags. If you are feeling stressed or “behind,” please know this: you’re not alone, and you’re not...
by Alyssa Peri, IBCLC | Jan 2, 2026 | Uncategorized
If you are an exclusively breastfeeding parent and your baby begins to prefer the bottle, it can feel both emotionally heavy and physiologically concerning. Many parents immediately worry about long-term breastfeeding success or declining milk supply. From a lactation...
by Alyssa Peri, IBCLC | Dec 1, 2025 | Uncategorized
Many new breastfeeding mothers experience challenges in the early days. Difficulties such as a shallow latch, slow weight gain, nipple pain or damage, and engorgement are common as you and your baby learn to breastfeed together. In some cases, a nipple shield can be a...
by Alyssa Peri, IBCLC | Nov 26, 2025 | Uncategorized
Breastfeeding is a beautiful and natural way to nourish and bond with your baby. For moms who have had breast surgery, breastfeeding often comes with added questions and concerns. Whether you have had a breast reduction, implants, or a lift, it’s important to know...
by Alyssa Peri, IBCLC | Nov 14, 2025 | Uncategorized
Is a Gassy Baby a Problem? Coping with Common Infant Struggles Every baby has their own struggles, for many parents, one of the most common early challenges is a gassy baby. Those tiny tummies are still learning to adjust to feeding, digestion, and the world outside...
by Alyssa Peri, IBCLC | Nov 7, 2025 | Breastfeeding Basics, Pumping
Breastfeeding is an incredible bonding experience, but sometimes challenges arise. One of the most uncomfortable complications during breastfeeding journey is a clogged or blocked milk duct. While common, knowing how to identify and clear them quickly (and safely) can...
by Alyssa Peri, IBCLC | Oct 31, 2025 | Uncategorized
Bringing a new baby into the world is beautiful, but it can also be overwhelming. Many mothers experience postpartum depression (PPD), a condition that brings feelings of sadness, anxiety, and exhaustion that go beyond the typical “baby blues.” If you are walking...
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