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Big Stone Birth & Beyond Offering lactation counseling, doula services, and childbirth education to Big Stone County (MN) and

You don’t have to navigate breastfeeding alone! ❤️If you’re pregnant and planning to breastfeed or you’re already feedin...
11/11/2026

You don’t have to navigate breastfeeding alone! ❤️

If you’re pregnant and planning to breastfeed or you’re already feeding your baby and need support, I’m here to help! Send me a message or visit www.bigstonebirth.com to learn more or schedule a consultation today.

Pregnant mamas, this one’s for you. 🤍What’s ONE thing you want answered before your baby comes?Maybe it’s about labor, b...
09/11/2026

Pregnant mamas, this one’s for you. 🤍

What’s ONE thing you want answered before your baby comes?

Maybe it’s about labor, breastfeeding, postpartum, newborn care, or something you’re a little nervous to ask.

Drop your question in the comments—no question is too small, silly, or “obvious.” Let’s make sure you feel a little more prepared before baby arrives.

You are not alone - and you deserve support! No matter where you are in your birth and parenting journey, therapy can he...
06/11/2026

You are not alone - and you deserve support!

No matter where you are in your birth and parenting journey, therapy can help with the things that feel too big to carry alone. Send me a message or visit my website to learn more or schedule a free consultation call (to see if therapy feels right) today!

Breastmilk can be served cold, room temperature, or warmed—whatever works best for your baby and your family.Some babies...
04/11/2026

Breastmilk can be served cold, room temperature, or warmed—whatever works best for your baby and your family.

Some babies have strong preferences, while others couldn’t care less. In fact, all of my own children have happily taken breastmilk straight from the fridge. No warming required!

If your baby will take cold milk, it can make life a little easier when you’re on the go, heading out the door, or trying to feed a hungry baby quickly.

As with many things in parenting, there isn’t one “right” way. The best temperature is the one your baby accepts and that works for your family.

Did your baby prefer their milk cold, warm, or somewhere in between?

A TENS unit is a drug-free pain relief option that some people use during early labor to help with coping and comfort.It...
02/11/2026

A TENS unit is a drug-free pain relief option that some people use during early labor to help with coping and comfort.

It involves placing small electrode pads on your lower back that deliver gentle electrical pulses. These pulses don’t “remove” pain, but they can help distract the brain from contraction pain and may stimulate the release of endorphins—your body’s natural pain relievers.

Many people like that they can control the intensity themselves and continue moving, changing positions, and laboring freely while using it. It’s often most helpful in early labor or for back labor.

Like all comfort measures, it works differently for everyone—but it can be a helpful tool in your coping toolkit as labor progresses. Knowing your options ahead of time can help you feel more prepared and supported in your birth experience.

You can love your baby deeply and still be struggling. 🤍Postpartum care isn’t just about physical healing—it includes yo...
30/10/2026

You can love your baby deeply and still be struggling. 🤍

Postpartum care isn’t just about physical healing—it includes your mental and emotional well-being, too.

You don’t have to wait until things feel unbearable to reach out. You deserve support simply because you’re human, and this season is a lot.

Pregnancy and infant loss can be an experience that changes everything—and yet, so many families grieve quietly. 🤍This m...
28/10/2026

Pregnancy and infant loss can be an experience that changes everything—and yet, so many families grieve quietly. 🤍

This month, we remember the babies who are no longer in their parents’ arms and hold space for the parents, siblings, grandparents, and families who carry that love and loss with them.

There is no timeline for grief. There is no “moving on.” And your baby’s life mattered.

If you have experienced a loss, you don’t have to navigate the grief alone.

Say hello to your pump! Many pumping parents don’t realize that items like valves, membranes, and duckbills need to be r...
26/10/2026

Say hello to your pump!

Many pumping parents don’t realize that items like valves, membranes, and duckbills need to be replaced regularly. Over time, these parts lose suction and efficiency—even if they look perfectly fine.

A few signs it might be time to replace your pump parts:
✔️ Decreased milk output
✔️ Longer pumping sessions
✔️ Loss of suction
✔️ Cracked, stretched, or discolored parts
✔️ Increased ni**le discomfort

The challenge? Every pump is a little different, and figuring out what needs replacing (and when) can feel overwhelming when you’re already caring for a baby.

That’s exactly why I offer pumping consultations and my Pumping Pro class. Whether you’re exclusively pumping, preparing to return to work, building a freezer stash, or just trying to understand all those pump pieces, you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Because pumping is hard enough without wondering if your duckbills are plotting against you.

Send me a message to learn more about upcoming Pumping Pro classes or schedule a pumping consultation.

How much milk should my baby be getting?One of the biggest surprises for new parents is just how little a newborn’s stom...
05/10/2026

How much milk should my baby be getting?

One of the biggest surprises for new parents is just how little a newborn’s stomach holds in the first few weeks of life.

Here’s a general guide for full-term babies:

🍼 Day 1: 5–7 mL per feeding (about a teaspoon)
🍼 Day 3: 22–27 mL per feeding (about ¾–1 ounce)
🍼 1 Week: 45–60 mL per feeding (1.5–2 ounces)
🍼 2–4 Weeks: 60–90 mL per feeding (2–3 ounces)

By one month, many babies are taking around 3–4 ounces per feeding, though every baby is different.

For breastfed babies, it’s important to remember that milk intake doesn’t continue increasing month after month the way many people expect. Most breastfed babies take about 24–30 ounces total in a 24-hour period from 1 month through 6 months.

If you’re pumping and bottle feeding, offering large bottles can sometimes lead parents to think their milk supply is low when baby may actually be getting more than they need.

The numbers are only one piece of the puzzle. Weight gain, diaper output, feeding cues, and your baby’s overall growth matter too.

If you’re wondering whether your baby is getting enough milk—or how much to offer in a bottle—you’re not alone. Feeding questions are one of the most common reasons parents reach out for support. Let me know if you need some support here!

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