Kanata Breastfeeding Support Drop-in Clinic

10/07/2021

As clinic partners we had an important “business meeting”. Aaaaah

As clinic partners we had an important “business meeting”. Aaaaah

08/27/2021

Time - so long and so short - Perspective.....

08/27/2021

Time - so short and so long - Perspective…

07/23/2021

Truth.....

Supplementing with formula while you breastfeed? You’re still breastfeeding!!! ❤️

06/29/2021

Motherhood Doesn’t Just ‘Kick In’ Overnight––There’s Even A Term For It

This….

Becoming a mother is an extremely complicated process.

06/02/2021

We are open by appointment again and have time slots available today.

We are open by appointment again and have time slots available today.

05/27/2021

Birth - who is born .....

❤️❤️❤️

05/09/2021

Can a vaccinated mother’s breast milk protect a child from covid-19? This scientist is searching for answers.

Sharing this story from the perspective of a researcher in the field. Hearing again how antibodies to COVID are in breast milk once a mother had COVID or the COVID vaccine.

Rebecca Powell has been breastfeeding her 3-year-old son as she researches how long antibodies last.

03/22/2021

Here's the lineup of day 1 of 3 for the Birth to Baby Online Conference. As a speaker I was so impressed with the organization and am confident this will be a wonderful 3-day conference. Be sure to tell your friends and colleagues too.

Next Saturday March 27th we will kick off the Birth to Baby Online Conference! Day 1 will focus on pregnancy and providing you with advice and tools on how to take care of your mental and physical well being and how you can prepare during this time for your birth and caring for your baby. Check out the amazing line up of speakers and sessions we have for you. Get your FREE ticket today at www.birthtobaby.ca.

Day 1 Schedule:
-Movement and Pregnancy What is Safe? - Jamie Straker JS Fitness
-The Aching Pregnant Body How Bodywork can Help - Timekah Roberts Avoshea Therapy & Wellness Clinic
-Why Your Baby’s Position Matters for Birth - Maria Tamayo Lotus Mom. Maternity and Chilbirth Services
-The Ottawa Birth and Wellness Centre - Elyse Banham & Steph Bradford Ottawa Birth and Wellness Centre
-Birth Photography! Capturing Memories of Strength and Love - Christine Crook MotherWit Doula Care Ottawa
-Getting Breastfeeding Off to a Good Start while Pregnant - Sonya Boersma Lactation Care
-Grandma, Mom & Me: How These Pregnancies are Intertwined - Johanna Lynn Johanna Lynn
-Taking Care of Your Mental Health in Pregnancy - Christiane Lafleche Empowered: Counselling from periods, pregnancy to parenting
-Building Your Care Team - Deirdre Bain Orchid Doula Services
-The Midwifery Model for Your Pregnancy and Birth - Noelia Greizerstein West End Midwives
-Common Digestive Issues in Pregnancy - Danielle Levy Danielle Levy

03/17/2021

It's an honour to participate in this conference and to speak on parents setting themselves up for breastfeeding success already in pregnancy. Having good support late pregnancy and early after delivery can make all the difference.

03/10/2021

Good news for pregnant and breastfeeding parents.

In case you're wondering if pregnant and breastfeeding parents can get the COVID vaccine, yes they can. See more herehttps://www.pcmch.on.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/COVID-19-Vaccine-Infographic-2021_03_08.pdf

03/02/2021

How a Lactation Consultant Can Help You

IBCLC day is March 3. A short video about what we do....

02/25/2021

Ask the LC virtual postpartum group series for mothers.

Can't wait for our next Ask the LC series for mother starting March 5th. Tell your friends. Bring them with you to the course or just come and meet other mothers. You'll get to hear other mothers' stories, share your experiences, and learn a lot from the lactation consultants.

02/17/2021

We're back! Tomorrow we are excited to be back in our usual Kanata location. We still have a few more appointments. Simply send us a message.

We're back! Tomorrow we are excited to be back in our usual Kanata location. We still have a few more appointments. Simply send us a message.

02/12/2021

People have been seen in a different location these past weeks but if all goes well we'll see you back in Kanata this Wednesday, February 17th. Remember to book a time.

01/20/2021

If you've ever wondered about what osteopaths do and how they can help with newborns and feeding issues: Upcoming live event on the Ottawa Birth and Wellness Centre on Jan 28

If you've ever wondered about what osteopaths do and how they can help with newborns and feeding issues: Upcoming live event on the Ottawa Birth and Wellness Centre on Jan 28

01/19/2021

Nailed it!

01/12/2021

Mothers are needing support. Can you are someone you know benefit from this? Also check out the resources page of www.lactationcare.ca for addition mental health resources.

At least 14 percent of all new mothers report having postpartum depression in the first year after childbirth, but most do not talk about it or get help.

Please reach out for help because postpartum depression is treatable. When you feel better, your baby and your family will benefit too! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

01/05/2021

Virtual Group for Parents — Lactation Care (Canada) | Official Page

Lockdown changes - we can still support you:
The Kanata location is moved for the next 3 weeks (building is not available) until lockdown ends. Please email [email protected] if you are interested in attending.

We expect to reopen at the Kanata location on January 25, 2021.

Other support options as follows:
- Sue for virtual consults, phone, or email support ([email protected])
- Sonya for in-person or virtual consults, or other support ([email protected])
- Ask the LC Virtual Group Series, next series starting soon. See www.lactationcare.ca/virtual-group

Looking forward to continuing to assist you in your early parenting journey!

New breastfeeding mothers can now join a virtual series for support from an LC and other mothers. Two options for virtual group support are available. Pick the one that best suits the age of your baby. We’ll be happy to answer your questions and discuss common concerns and needed information. Brea...

12/25/2020

Merry Christmas, happy holidays, and may 2021 be a year of health and contentment.

12/10/2020

True!! 😁

True story 🤷‍♀️

11/09/2020

Can't wait to start our next session this Friday. Mothers who took this have loved it. Tell others about it.

Looking forward to our next Ask the LC virtual group starting Friday, November 20th! One of the great things about virtual is mothers can join from "virtually" anywhere. Be sure to tell
Moms you know!
#newmother #supportingbreastfeeding #mothertomother #breastfeedingsupport #lactationsupport #breastfeeding #breastfeedingjourney #postpartumjourney

11/02/2020

Have you or someone you know brought your child to CHEO? How was the experience from a breastfeeding point of view? Feel free to share your experiences. https://www.facebook.com/lactationsupportforcheo/posts/134134521785008

Thanks to everyone that has liked our page, liked or shared content, or joined the group!

The impact of the stories shared is felt at CHEO!

In this last week of the campaign, let's make one big push together to get as many responses as possible to the survey, and to gather more stories.

(Don't worry, the link to our survey will remain live for a few more months! This is Just the the last time we're going to ask for feedback 😉 )

If you ever visited CHEO (whether to the ER, as an inpatient, to a daycare unit or otherwise) while breastfeeding/chestfeeding a child, we want to hear from you!

We want to hear about the positive experiences, the not-so-great experiences and everything in between. We want to hear all the things!

Please consider filling out our anonymous survey here (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BMCG78G)

Continue to share your breastfeeding / chestfeeding experiences while at CHEO by:

Commenting below OR on our Instagram page (@lactationsupportforcheo)
(please include how old your child was at the time)

Filling out CHEO’s patient experience survey (https://www.cheo.on.ca/en/resources-and-support/patient-experience.aspx?_mid_=2480&fbclid=IwAR0AXyOZvlZyYlb2gzyv4np2mrQCw26bfXFVXOnMW__x-q-gw90Y83HeTZ8)

Sending your feedback to [email protected]

#lactationsupportforcheo #breastfeeding
#breastfeedingawareness #cheo

10/22/2020

There is help for mental health challenges. Parents do not need to be alone.

10/06/2020

And of course feels great for all babies and their parents!

Skin to skin is not just for after birth, it continues to be beneficial indefinitely. The hormones that are released for you both are calming and positive.

#skintoskin #baby #calming #hormones #love #oxytocin #breastfeeding #ibclc #lactationconsultant #breastfeedingsupport #feedingproblems #unsettledbabies

10/03/2020

Baby-Friendly Initiative Ontario

Baby-Friendly Initiative Ontario

Breastmilk is a natural, renewable food source without pollution, packaging or waste. Raising awareness
about the environmental impact of how infants are fed is crucial for the health of our planet. Breastfeeding
positively impacts human and environmental health! #BFIOntario #NationalBreastfeedingWeek2020
#healthybabieshealthyplanet

10/01/2020

Side-lying feeding is one of many things we can help you with at our clinic. It's such an amazing position to get rest AND feed your baby.
We accept drop-ins and now also appreciate people pre-booking a 30-minute time slot. Contact us to pre-book yours.

09/07/2020

This is a great visual of how feedings can be described in the first days and weeks

Cereal and blueberries for the win!

In the hospital we encourage moms to breastfeed every 2-3 hours to nourish the baby and bring in a good future milk supply.

It’s math: 8-12 feeds in 24 hours (ideal) = nursing every 2-3 hours 📚📈

It’s a quick and easy way to get the message across that this baby needs to eat, and often.

Unfortunately, new parents seem think breastfeeding is going to be like the first picture (cereal)...all the feeds perfectly spaced out and all the same size. Every 2-3 hours. Easy. And the baby will sleep like an angel in between....

THIS IS NOT REALITY. In reality, your sweet newborn baby will have good feeds, short feeds, sleepy feeds, crappy feeds, and everything in between!

The visual of the blueberries is amazing because it shows how realistically feedings are at all different times and different lengths (bigger blueberries ☺️). And did you count the berries?!? More than enough!

Yes, we want you to nurse every 2-3 hours, but the baby calls the shots. Less watching the clock ⏰ and more watching for feeding cues 👶🏻 😃

08/25/2020

This is so true

Just because your child has reached a certain age doesn't mean that all of a sudden they are supposed to be able to fall asleep without a cuddle or lying with you for a bit. This is being human. ♥️

08/12/2020

Please phone ahead for the clinic to ensure there is space today (August 12). Currently 1 spot left.

08/03/2020

Ah the magic of skin to skin - anytime!

Skin to skin is like magic! It's not just for after birth or the early days either.

#skincontact #skintoskin #magic #babytemperature #breastfeeding #bottlefeeding #temperatureregulation

07/12/2020

What did you discuss before the arrival of your baby?

07/11/2020

Getting connected with other mothers and knowledgeable postpartum professionals is easy. We'll even give you proactive information. Our next session starts July 24th.

07/07/2020

We are now running our clinic again Wednesdays from 1-3pm. Looking forward to seeing you!
- We sanitize before and between each client and have families well spaced.
- Please call us from the door so we know you are there.
Parents must wear masks into clinic.
- Please pre-screen for COVID-19 here https://covid-19.ontario.ca/self-assessment/ before leaving home.
- We are limiting visits to 30 minutes.
- Flat fee of $40/visit. Please, in case of financial hardship, please pre-connect with us.
- As you are able, connect ahead if possible as we may provide a time slot to better space people.

06/29/2020

For this week only, we can see you on Tuesday afternoon. Feel free to join us before the Canada Day holiday.