Breastfeeding Tips
It’s been 15 years since Starbucks introduced the pumpkin spice latte, and for better to for worse, Americans are generally obsessed with
October 3, 2018 No Comments
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Breastfeeding Tips
We, as a society, do a craptastic job of preparing families for baby’s first couple weeks of life. The families I see
March 25, 2018 2 Comments
IBCLC
If you’ve done any research into pregnancy or breastfeeding in the United States in the past few years, it’s likely you’re aware
October 20, 2017 26 Comments
Breastfeeding Tips
Thinking about night weaning your baby? Many older babies still nurse for comfort overnight but may not necessarily still need the calories.
June 21, 2017 13 Comments
Breastfeeding Tips
The past year has been incredibly stress-inducing for many people. When I sit down with my breastfeeding support group families or talk
January 30, 2017 7 Comments
breastfeeding research
Welcome to what will likely be the shortest section of my blog post series on low milk supply, about pediatricians and breastfeeding!
June 22, 2016 9 Comments
breastfeeding research
I spent two years writing my Masters thesis on low milk supply, and now I’m translating that thesis into a series of
June 14, 2016 4 Comments
Breastfeeding Facts
As I’ve mentioned in the past, I did my Masters degree on U.S. mothers and low milk supply. When I started my
June 11, 2016 11 Comments
Breastfeeding Tips
I tend to stay away from controversial topics on my blog, but in real life, I’m not great at keeping my mouth
May 15, 2016 14 Comments
IBCLC
In a blog post earlier this year, I discussed the obnoxious loophole that allows health insurance companies in the United States to
May 8, 2016 5 Comments
Breastfeeding Facts
I spent hours and hours this week searching for a term in another language- a term for a feeling that sometimes occurs
April 24, 2016 7 Comments
Breastfeeding Tips
Over the past few decades, the language we use to promote breastfeeding has changed. We used to say “breast is best”- but
March 27, 2016 No Comments
Hi, I'm Rachel!
I'm a private practice lactation consultant (IBCLC) with my masters degree in human lactation. When I'm not helping breastfeeding & chestfeeding families in MetroWest Massachusetts, or writing blogs for parents AND other lactation professionals, I'm hanging with my three kids and/or indulging in my love of drag queens. Learn more about me by clicking here!