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May is Preeclampsia Awareness Month

Earlier this month I had the privilege of being interviewed by EverEden to discuss what women should know about preeclampsia.


Breastfeeding During the COVID-19 Crisis

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to ravage the US (as well as the rest of the world), parents are understandably worried. While the disease is less likely among children, they are not completely immune.


Six FREE, Low Cost, Safe Lactation Services Milk Diva is Offering

We are breaking theme in this month's Diva Diary Blog and instead of sending breastfeeding tips and education, we are discussing practical ways Milk Diva is supporting breastfeeding families AND providers.


Tips To Prevent Common Breastfeeding Complications

If you have more specific questions and would like expert advice from an IBCLC for your individual breastfeeding questions


The First 24-48 Hours After Birth

If you have more specific questions and would like expert advice from an IBCLC for your individual breastfeeding questions, call (512) 846-MILK.


3 Common & Controversial Breastfeeding Questions

The topic of breastfeeding can seem like a sea of endless questions with differing answers. Lately, I’ve been getting some repeated questions about issues apart from basic breastfeeding management that I thought I’d share here.


Tongue-Tie and Breastfeeding

To clip or not to clip? A 2015 article in Pediatrics, the journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), investigated whether or not pediatricians should recommend treatment for tongue tie and upper lip tie in the face of breastfeeding difficulties.


Is Surgery Compatible with Breastfeeding?

When mother or baby is experiencing illness, it can be scary for everyone. If mom is the sole source of baby’s food,


I Got a Free Breast Pump, Now What?

Whether you need to increase your milk supply right after birth or you’re going back to work after weeks of months at home, chances are you may need to use a breast pump.


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