Milkyways Lactation Services ND

Bismarck Milkyways lactation team is full this week!

www.milkyways-lactationservices.com
Text 701-202-8423

Fast letdown? 🏃‍♀️

Never fear! This is common. You can help Baby handle it better by reclining back while feeding and focusing on a wide, deep latch.

These seemingly little adjustments can be game changers for your feeding journey!

Still have questions? Schedule with us today at www.milkyways-lactationservices.com or text 701-202-8423.

Have an interview with a potential Doula coming up soon?

Here are some questions you should ask your doula to see if they are your fit!

✨What is your training organization or background? Do you have any other trainings or certifications to help me postpartum?
✨Are you available around my due date?
✨What is your philosophy about birth or postpartum?
✨Birth Doula: How do you most often support your clients in labor? Postpartum Doula: How you you support your clients at home?
✨How many births have you attended?
✨Have you attended births at my hospital, birth center, or other home births?
✨What are your experiences there? Do you have experience with my care giver?
✨Who is your preferred back up doula?
✨At what point in labor do you meet us?
✨Why did you become a doula?

Your Doula will be a vital part in your support team and they are not "one size fits all!" Find a Doula you feel comfortable with, you feel confident will help you achieve the birth you desire, and someone you could see yourself grabbing a coffee with! You want your Doula to feel like a friend or a warm hug.

Bismarck Milkyways Team Openings
8-19 thru 8-23

Kailey has several openings.
Becky is full.

Schedule via www.milkyways-lactationservices.com
or text 701-202-8423.

Weight + Latch Clinic Wednesday

Free weight and latch clinic this week Wednesday, August 19 from 10AM-1PM at our Bismarck office! Come get a weight on Baby and get that latch checked. We can also do breast pump fl**ge fittings ($15 fl**ge supply fee).

Appointment necessary, text 701-202-8423 to schedule.

To the mom who was up at 12am, 1am, 3am, and 5am.....

To the mom who is questioning if she's doing the right thing....

To the mom who is struggling to get through that last month of pregnancy...

To the mom who is juggling multiple kids and racing to extracurricular activities....

To the mom who just needs a little support right now......

You're doing a hard job beautifully. You're crushing motherhood everyday and you should be so proud! No one could be a better mother to your kids, than you.🤍

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Our expert team is here to help, offering personalized health plans to meet your unique needs. Call us at 701-203-3442 and book your consultation!

Join Madison in her mission to uplift our community's mental health! Her specialized strategy of integrating medication management with therapeutic wisdom is designed to offer comprehensive care. This is more than just treatment; it's a dedication to your overall well-being.

Schedule a professional support with Madison and start your journey towards a less stressed, healthier and happier you. Call us at 701-203-3442.

Only 4 spots left! See you Thursday for Baby Nook and Breastfeeding Minis in the Park.

Regina Gingerich Martin: Birth Photographer, Doula, Lactation, Education

Bismarck Milkyways Team is fully booked August 12-16.

Reminder: Becky is out of office this week.

Baby Nook is this Thursday from 11AM-1PM at General Sibley Park. Baby Nook is a free event and you do not need to be a client to be seen. No appointment necessary.

There is still time to book you breastfeeding mini photo session in the park with Regina Gingerich Martin: Birth Photographer, Doula, Lactation, Education!

Schedule via www.milkyways-lactationservices.com
or text 701-202-8423.

Only 5 spots left! Snag your spot asap. Can’t wait to see you there for Baby Nook.

Flourish. Pregnancy & Postpartum Support Community

Milkyways Team Introduction

Becky Kuss, MSN, RN, IBCLC

Becky is the founder and owner of Milkyways Lactation Services. She is a wife, mom of four, and grandmother of six. She has been a RN for over 30 years and developed a passion for all things mom/baby early in her career. Working on labor and delivery solidified her desire to support breastfeeding families, and in 2010 she became a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC). Wanting to gain more knowledge and expertise, she completed requirements for becoming an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) in 2018. In 2019, she opened Milkyways and has not looked back. In 2022, Becky graduated from Grand Canyon University with a Masters in Nursing. She uses her education to lead others to achieve their dreams of being lactation professionals.

Her passion to bring realistic and affordable lactation support to the region has led her to bring others onto the team; it has also led to a partnership with Simply You Wellness to offer the first breastfeeding medicine clinic in the area.

In Becky's spare time, you will find her with her husband and their three dogs and two cats. They enjoy seeing their children and grandchildren who live both near and far.

Her vision for our region is to bring lactation support to as many communities in North Dakota as she possibly can.

In Bis? Our in-office team is out this week, but we can see you still!

While our local Bismarck Milkyways Team is away next week, we won't leave you hanging! Both Regina Martin, CLC and Jessica Marlles, CLC of Milkyways can see you via tele-health.

We are also bringing on Nicole McCarthy, IBCLC of Tiny Wellness for the week who can see you virtually as well.

Schedule anytime via www.milkyways-lactationservices.com
or text us at 701-202-8423.

We look forward to supporting your feeding journey.

Enter while there is still time!

Here is a little more about Nicole McCarthy, IBCLC of Tiny Wellness. She can see you next week via tele-health while our Bismarck Milkyways Team is out of the office. You are in excellent, capable hands.

While our local Bismarck Milkyways Team is away next week, we won't leave you hanging! Both Regina Martin, CLC and Jessica Marlles, CLC of Milkyways can see you via tele-health.

We are also bringing on Nicole McCarthy, IBCLC of Tiny Wellness for the week who can see you virtually as well.

Schedule anytime via www.milkyways-lactationservices.com
or text us at 701-202-8423.

We look forward to supporting your feeding journey.

They’re experts. They’re advocates. And they’re more than 37,000 strong. International Board Certified Lactation Consultants are the gold standard in lactation care, making the early days, weeks, and months of parenthood easier, healthier, and happier for families—at Milkyways Lactation Services, across the country, and around the world. On , let’s take a moment to say thanks for the vital work these highly
credentialed professionals do! Thank you, Becky Kuss and Kailey Seedorf! International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE)

Show them some love below. ⬇️

Happy World Breastfeeding Month!

*GIVEAWAY CLOSED*

To celebrate, our very own Regina Martin, CLC is giving away a Breastfeeding Mini photoshoot ($50 value) which will take place on Thursday, August 15 at Baby Nook in Bismarck.

To enter our giveaway:

✅ Like Milkyways Lactation Services ND
✅ Like Regina Gingerich Martin: Birth Photographer, Doula, Lactation, Education
✅ Like & Share this post
⬇️ Tag 🏷 your breastfeeding buddy below

Winner will be announced Sunday. Following our giveaway, we will open sign-up for Breastfeeding Minis. We have a VERY limited number of spots, so if you want to get in on the ✨magic✨ make sure to watch for sign-up to go live.

What makes these Breastfeeding Minis so special? Proceeds from this shoot will go towards the Milkyways Scholarship Fund which provides lactation care for families who need the support.

*bonus points if you tell us a breastfeeding win and leave a little encouragement for a new mom starting her journey in the comments! 🙌🏽

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Milkyways Team Introduction: Kailey Seedorf, BSN, RN, IBCLC

Originally from Minnesota, Kailey moved to North Dakota in 2012 with her high school sweetheart Jamie. Together, they have two busy little girls.

Kailey has an extensive background in pediatrics and NICU as a BSN. Her journey as a lactation professional began in 2022 when she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist (CBS). Most recently, she has become an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) which is the highest level of certification available for a lactation professional. Currently, she is enrolled in University of Mary's Doctor of Family Nurse Practitioner Program.

Her favorite thing about being apart of the Milkyways team is seeing the progress families make as they achieve their feeding goals. Her goal for 2024 is to expand her service radius to include rural counties.

She currently does home visits and office visits for families within the Bismarck-Mandan area.

Colostrum, what is it? Colostrum is often referred to as liquid gold. Here’s why:

💛 colostrum is high in immunoglobulins (aka antibodies). Consider colostrum as Baby’s first, all-natural vaccine 💉

💛 colostrum is high in protein 💪

💛 colostrum is high in fat-soluble vitamins and minerals 💊

Colostrum=Milk!

Many times, moms think colostrum is not enough for their babies. They’ll say something about needing to supplement until their milk “comes in” because colostrum isn’t enough. Often, colostrum is enough! Families need the education and support to realize this and maximize the output.

We aren’t waiting for milk to come in because it is already here! Colostrum is nutritionally appropriate for a little newborn small tummy size. Colostrum then transitions into → mature milk. Once we change the language from “milk coming in” → to “milk transitioning” then breastfeeding families will feel much more competent in feeding their babies.

Free Weight and Latch clinic this week Wed. 10 to 2. Only a few spots available! Come see Sarah Losos McFarlen!