Every Drop Lactation Services

For anyone who owns a Baby Breeza or similar.

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Three Baby Formula Makers Didn't Work Effectively in CR's Evaluations - Consumer Reports CR made over 120 bottles of formula using Baby Brezza and Baby Exo baby formula makers and found that all failed to deliver the right amount of formula powder into bottles.

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There are so many people who help parents navigate their feeding journeys.

It can be really hard to figure out who you should go to for different issues. This list doesn't go over every single lactation supporter. There are wonderful volunteer organizations, and different programs offering various training opportunities. These are just some of the most common you'll see. Understanding who is qualified to handle what is really important because unfortunately not all professionals will be honest about that.

ANYONE can call themselves a lactation consultant. Only an IBCLC is a board certified, recognized medical professional. You can always check the IBLCE registry if you're not sure if someone is a "lactation consultant" or a real IBCLC.

Another thing to know is that our board exam is considered entry level to the field. Our knowledge is NOT supposed to stop when the exam ends. That's there the top of the pyramid comes in. While some IBCLCs are content to help with latching and milk supply, our Clinical Competency Requirements actually go far beyond that. Some IBCLCs invest in clinical skills to fully embrace our Scope of Practice and give parents the resources they deserve. The results they experience amaze us every day and we're so grateful for the brilliant and knowledgeable people we've learned from.

All levels of lactation support are valuable and help parents around the world meet their goals. If you're experiencing anything that is more clinically complex, you'll need to travel up the pyramid and find an IBCLC. If you need help finding someone highly skilled in your area, please reach out!

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There are so many people who help parents navigate their feeding journeys.

It can be really hard to figure out who you should go to for different issues. This list doesn't go over every single lactation supporter. There are wonderful volunteer organizations, and different programs offering various training opportunities. These are just some of the most common you'll see. Understanding who is qualified to handle what is really important because unfortunately not all professionals will be honest about that.

ANYONE can call themselves a lactation consultant. Only an IBCLC is a board certified, recognized medical professional. You can always check the IBLCE registry if you're not sure if someone is a "lactation consultant" or a real IBCLC.

Another thing to know is that our board exam is considered entry level to the field. Our knowledge is NOT supposed to stop when the exam ends. That's there the top of the pyramid comes in. While some IBCLCs are content to help with latching and milk supply, our Clinical Competency Requirements actually go far beyond that. Some IBCLCs invest in clinical skills to fully embrace our Scope of Practice and give parents the resources they deserve. The results they experience amaze us every day and we're so grateful for the brilliant and knowledgeable people we've learned from.

All levels of lactation support are valuable and help parents around the world meet their goals. If you're experiencing anything that is more clinically complex, you'll need to travel up the pyramid and find an IBCLC. If you need help finding someone highly skilled in your area, please reach out!

Yay!! Finally able to accept Aetna coverage for clients. Book your visit today!

I am SO excited to announce this news. Please give the warmest welcome to my new mentee Arielle!!

Arielle will be joining me along during consults to learn and grow, and expand the amazing care offered at Every Drop Lactation Services.

Hi I’m Arielle, a Seattle native but currently residing in the Raleigh area. I hold a Bachelor Degree in Biology pre-med and I am currently a certified breast feeding specialist.

I took an interest in lactation consulting around age 7, after witnessing my neighbor breastfeeding her newborn. Instantly intrigued and in awe, my 7 year old mind thought how amazing the human body is, we make food!
That single encounter, brought me here. My interest never wavered it only grew. I’m so excited to learn from Brenna at Every Drop Lactation to help me get closer to my goals of becoming a lactation consultant. I look forward to working with you on your lactation journey!

Several exciting somethings are happening around here!!

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“How nursing mother’s sleep at night.” You see how they do us? 😂😂😂. Are you a member of our breastfeeding circle? Sistahs who breastfeed (SWB) is a branch with in our organization that focuses exclusively on the breastfeeding and lactation needs for Black mamas. Get into it! Link in bio 💜💜💜

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To have the supplies we need for our next event on December 2, we need to raise $300. To apply for a grant on January 13, we need ten new donations in any amount. After talking with the LGBTQ+ Human Milk Feeding Committee, we were asked to share the following email. This is the last donation post that will do in November. We understand everyone’s inbox gets overrun with Giving Tuesday requests, let alone the Holiday Hustle.
Thank you,
The Breastfeed Durham Team
http://ow.ly/5fnU50LHkYe
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Hello!

I am a volunteer with Breastfeed Durham, a monthly sustainer, and the head of the LGBTQ+ Human Milk Feeding Committee.

Over the past few years, we have made tremendous progress towards consolidating local and national resources for all the varied ways EVERY FAMILY can get human milk for their babies and support for their families.

This year we have worked with a local artist to create diverse and inclusive human milk feeding icons that demonstrate just how broad culturally, racially, and identity-wise the lactating & human milk world really is.

We have designed some of the first broadly-inclusive human milk merchandise that celebrates the full spectrum of human milk feeding.

Representation and visibility are MAJOR steps toward ensuring equal access to support.

But we need your help!

In order to give away these products at the many community events on our calendar, we need $500 in total donations for merchandise.

Donate

Impact of Giving:

$1 - adds to our total number of donations and helps with grant proposals
$10 - 2 baby-sized shirts
$25 - 3 adult t-shirts
$50 - 10 full-color tote bags
$100 - the full printing cost of 50 magnets

Please consider donating as little as one dollar to Breastfeed Durham today and help spread the word that Human Milk is the Best Milk!
http://ow.ly/wvGB50LHkYi

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Repost • recently published a piece titled: Suffering in Silence: The Dads Dealing with Birth Trauma written by Laura Potter

“Every year thousands of men suffer PTSD from witnessing traumatic births, while, in the postpartum period, fathers are almost twenty-one times more likely to present a su***de risk. Safety nets that should be in place to protect these men aren’t there, and they’re left to deal with a major health issue by themselves.

The article reminds us: “One in 10 men experience symptoms of anxiety and depression in the first six months after the birth of a baby, and the number of men who become depressed in the first year after becoming a dad is double that of the general population.”

https://www.menshealth.com/uk/mental-strength/a41557427/birth-trauma-ptsd-men/

Image from book 📚 “What About Us written by illustrated by

File under things “I’d wish someone told me before breastfeeding.”

Some insurance companies only cover so many visits, and online classes and feeding support fall under those visits. With so many companies now offering classes online, or lactation support online, find out if they’re charging your insurance company

Prenatal classes are great to get a head start. A prenatal one on one visit can also help with education individualized for you.

One of the best reviews I’ve ever received. Seeing so many new parents struggle can be really hard, so having amazing feedback like this means so much ❤️.

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Hey Triangle✨

It is !

We are amplifying and sharing how is full of joy, but also recognizing and sharing the barriers that exist for Black folks who breastfeed.

We are raising awareness about the systemic barriers, the history of wet nursing, implicit bias from healthcare providers, and lack of diversity among Lactation Professionals, and lack of access to education and lactation support.

Why is this week so important❓

🤱🏿 There are unique cultural barriers for Black women to breastfeed

🤱🏿 Black women are 9x more likely to be offered formula at hospitals than white women

🤱🏿 Due to a number of factors, Black women initiate and sustain breastfeeding for shorter durations than other groups of women

🤱🏿 Black babies die at TWICE the rate of white babies

At EBB we are fighting to champion better paid leave policies, and to eliminate financial barriers to accessing lactation support, education, and other needs such as breast pumps etc.

Tell us in the comments what means to you! 👇👇👇

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For any families that may no longer need extra newborn supplies. They have multiple drop off locations!

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Today kicks off which lasts August 25-31. This week we’ll be raising awareness and we’re starting with five reasons why this week is so important.

Shoutout to for writing such an enlightening blog post! You can read the full post here: https://blackbreastfeedingweek.org/why-we-need-black-breastfeeding-week/



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Happy World Breastfeeding Week and the start of Breastfeeding month!!

Loving my new shirt, and ready for the week!!

There may be days and nights when it feels like it’s too hard and you can’t keep going. You may need to take it one day at a time, or even one feeding at a time. Do what you need to do to take care of yourself, and feeding your baby.

If you’re at this point with feedings, reach out. There is help and good support here.

For my local parents to be, a doula has been shown to improve maternal and infant birth outcomes. We have some amazing ones right here in the Triangle. and . Repost from
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Today (April 11) is International Day for Maternal Health and Rights, an annual call-to-action to address every mama's and birthing person's right to high quality, respectful care before, during, and after pregnancy. Tag a Black mama / birthing person you know below in recognition of this international observance!

Love this visual! People are usually surprised when I tell them NOT to put the ni**le straight in their baby’s mouth. Point it up! Repost from .infantfeedingsupport
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So look, ideally we want to stay as hands off the breast as possible to allow the baby to do their thing. But sometimes, some breast shaping and angling can really help.

The two issues people often find they need this for is if the baby won't tip their head back, or won't open wide. I'd suggest trying some skin to skin laid back feeding first for this issue, and always make sure there's nothing on the back of their head and the ni**le starts really high up their face so that they reach up wider. Get some support with latching if you're struggling x
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Whew! I have been working hard back in labor and delivery and postpartum nursing, but I’m back, and ready to see you all again in person!!
In home and office visits resume this Monday, April 4th.

Telling a new parent to never fall asleep with their baby is like teaching abstinence only s*x Ed. Providing information about sleep options allows informed decision making and increases safety.

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Mamas sleeping with their babies is a normal and shared biological instinct that has been around for hundreds of years. It’s time new parents are offered accurate information on safe and responsible bed sharing so they can confidently make informed decisions. 💟
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Your regular reminder ♥️

It is really common to tell someone finding breastfeeding challenging that if it is anything other than 100% easy & enjoyable they should just stop.

Some people can't seem to get their heads around the idea that breastfeeding can sometimes be challenging or tiring yet we still want to carry on doing it. There is so much wrong with this:

1. It ignores the fact that they may just want to talk about things being tough. It belittles how they feel & denies them support they may need.

2. It suggests that the alternative of bottle feeding will always be simple and easy when that just isn't true. Babies in general take up a lot of time and care however you feed or look after them.

3. It suggests that breastfeeding is only worth it if it is easy. As if there is no other reason anyone would want to do it other than convenience.

4. It suggests that anything challenging isn't worth doing. As if everything else in life that we want to do is really simple and lovely all the time. Can anyone think of anything else in life worth doing that no one ever complains about or finds tough sometimes?

Can you imagine if we applied this to other situations? So a friend complains they're shattered from trying to finish a qualification ('give it up!) or that they're finding getting fit difficult ('just sit on the sofa!) or that they're fed up of their partner leaving dirty dishes in the sink ('here's details of my divorce lawyer').

If someone says 'I really want to stop breastfeeding I've had enough now' then we should absolutely support them in doing this.

But if they say 'He's having a huge growth spurt right now. I'm so tired' then suitable responses include 'you're doing an amazing job', 'let me cook you dinner', ‘here have some chocolate'. Of course if they are having a specific difficulty you may also want to give details of someone who can help.

We often aren't very good with dealing with difficult emotions. We want to fix things for people we love. We hate thinking that they are going through something challenging. But not listening to what they are saying can make things feel worse.

I’m not here to make decisions for you. I’m here to give information so you can be confident in your decisions. And then I support whatever that decision is.

There’s enough people telling you what you need to do, and what you and your baby are “supposed to” do.