Carolina Lactation Solutions, LLC

08/01/2026

Happy World Breastfeeding Week! 🌎🤱
August 1–7, 2026

This year’s theme, “Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works,” is a reminder of the importance of protecting and supporting breastfeeding families.

Breastfeeding provides babies with a strong start by offering essential nutrients, immune support, and connection. But breastfeeding success doesn’t happen by chance, it grows with education, skilled support, and encouragement along the way.

During World Breastfeeding Week, we celebrate what works:
✨ Evidence-based lactation support
✨ Skilled guidance for families
✨ Education to build confidence
✨ Support through each unique feeding journey

Every parent and baby deserves compassionate, individualized support as they navigate their feeding goals.

Carolina Lactation Solutions
Alexis Parrish, IBCLC

05/20/2026

✨ Cleveland & Gaston County Moms ✨

Breastfeeding support shouldn’t be stressful and you don’t have to do it alone. 🤍

I’m an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) offering in-home lactation support for families throughout Cleveland County and Gaston County. I come to YOU so you can get help comfortably in your own space.

I can help with:
• Latch & positioning
• Painful nursing
• Low milk supply/over supply concerns
• Pumping & bottle feeding
• Tongue tie support
• Prenatal breastfeeding prep
• Returning to work & pumping plans
• Weaning support
• Newborn feeding concerns

💙Insurance accepted
💙Sliding scale payment options available
💙HSA & FSA accepted

Every feeding journey is different, and support should be accessible for every family. If you’re struggling, preparing, or just want reassurance, I’d love to help.

Message me here or at [email protected] for availability or to schedule a visit.

03/23/2026

Breastfeeding support shouldn’t be stressful or hard to access. Message me today to schedule your appointment. 🤍

As an IBCLC I offer personalized lactation support and I come to you!

✔️ In-home visits (no packing up a newborn!)
✔️ Insurance accepted
✔️ HSA/FSA payments accepted

I can help with:
• Painful latch or feeding struggles
• Baby not gaining weight well
• Milk supply concerns (low or oversupply)
• Pumping plans + fl**ge sizing
• Returning to work while breastfeeding
• Bottle transitions
• Tongue tie concerns
• Weighted feedings for peace of mind

You don’t have to figure this out alone or spend hours searching for answers online. We’ll create a plan that actually fits your life and your baby.

Use the link below to check your insurance coverage for Aetna, United Healthcare, etc:
https://go.lactationnetwork.com/CarolinaLactationSolutionsLLC

For Cigna use this link below:
https://portal.wildflowerhealth.net/affiliate-care/7029dcd

Serving Cleveland and Gaston County with in-home + virtual support.

Support that comes to you, covered by insurance, and centered around your goals. 🤍

03/17/2026

How do I know if my baby is getting enough milk? 🤱💛

When you’re breastfeeding, it can be hard to know if your baby is transferring enough milk.

Here are some reassuring signs that your baby is getting enough milk:

💧 6+ wet diapers each day
After the early newborn days, most babies who are feeding well will have at least six wet diapers in a 24 hour period.

💩 Regular stools
In the early weeks, many breastfed babies have several stools a day. They’re often yellow, loose, and seedy. Stool patterns can change as babies get older, but frequent stools early on are a reassuring sign milk intake is good.

👶 You can hear or see swallowing during feeds
Active nursing with little pauses for swallows is a great sign that milk is transferring.

⏰ Baby nurses often, usually 8–14 times in 24 hours
Newborns have tiny tummies and breastmilk digests quickly. Frequent feeding is normal and healthy.

🤍 Your breasts feel softer after feeding
Many parents notice their breasts feel less full once baby has had a good feed.

😌 Baby looks relaxed and content after nursing
Loose hands and sometimes a sleepy baby are all signs of a good feed.

📈 Baby is gaining weight and following their growth curve.

If you have questions, would like to verify your insurance coverage, or just looking for guidance, feel free to reach out!

I would absolutely love to support you.

Alexis Parrish, IBCLC
Carolina Lactation Solutions
[email protected]
https://www.carolinalactationsolutions.com/

You can also send me a message here! 🤍

02/11/2026

A new study shows that preterm babies who breastfeed have better oxygen, heart rates and milk intake compared to bottle feeding. 💛
Small feeds, big impact! Link below!

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41318959/?fbclid=IwVERDUAP5e-1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEehHHM_nsInSX4bjSE7nQ3hnoSkxOs89AoaIHAlhzcUlOJ-3zlf7v0epl5uy0_aem_S3RmB2tMr09BhUwdPdlkmg

ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT05651035. Clinical Trials URL: https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05651035?cond=NCT05651035&rank=1.

01/12/2026

This year, let’s normalize asking for help 🤍

Feeding a baby can be amazing and exhausting all at once. No matter where you are in your journey, just starting out, hitting a rough patch, or somewhere in between, you deserve judgment-free support.

I accept Cigna, Anthem, Aetna, UHC, and more, so you don’t have to pay out of pocket for the support you need.

Check your insurance coverage here:

Aetna and more: https://go.lactationnetwork.com/CarolinaLactationSolutionsLLC

Cigna and Anthem: https://portal.wildflowerhealth.net/affiliate-care/7029dcd

I also offer self-pay options, and if paying isn’t possible right now, please reach out anyway. Support is for everyone! 💜