Rebecca Scott-Pillai, IBCLC and Sleep Coach

Rebecca Scott-Pillai, IBCLC and Sleep Coach IBCLC, holistic sleep coach, and newborn specialist. I offer breastfeeding consultations, help with your child's sleep, and support with newborn babies.

I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and sleep coach working out of Lisburn. I am available to visit you at home to help with breastfeeding issues, or we can do an online consultation too. I've worked with families around the world! I love finding responsive and gentle solutions to parenting issues. You can book a free consultation with me here: www.rebeccascottpillai.co.uk/booking

Do you feel massively overwhelmed by all the sleep posts on social media?Do you feel like you're doing something wrong b...
23/06/2026

Do you feel massively overwhelmed by all the sleep posts on social media?

Do you feel like you're doing something wrong by feeding, cuddling your baby to sleep and responding to them overnight?

The bottom line is that all babies grow out of needing support eventually. You'll be glad to know that my 13 year old and 8 year old fall asleep independently and I NEVER did any kind of sleep training/self-settling with them.

Granted they still needed support when they were toddlers, but it is completely normal for babies and toddlers to need some support. And if you feel like you're doing something wrong by supporting your baby or toddler, please let me reassure you that you are nurturing them beautifully and making sleep a happy, calm experience for them.

However, if it feels hard and unsustainable, there are things you can do to make that a bit easier. You can work on cutting down the length of time it takes them to fall asleep. After all, 10 minutes of cuddling is way less frustrating than 2 hours lying next to them waiting for them to fall asleep. You could move from vigorous rocking (one client I had had to JOG around the room to get her child to sleep!) to sitting in a chair with them. You could add in some sleep associations so that feeding to sleep isn't the only way they can fall asleep. You can optimise timings to eliminate nap battles, protracted bedtimes and reduce night wakings.

And if you want some help with that, I'd love to offer some responsive, gentle sleep support.

Do you feel massively overwhelmed by all the sleep posts on social media?

Do you feel like you're doing something wrong by feeding, cuddling your baby to sleep and responding to them overnight?

The bottom line is that all babies grow out of needing support eventually. You'll be glad to know that my 13 year old and 8 year old fall asleep independently and I NEVER did any kind of sleep training/self-settling with them.

Granted they still needed support when they were toddlers, but it is completely normal for babies and toddlers to need some support. And if you feel like you're doing something wrong by supporting your baby or toddler, please let me reassure you that you are nurturing them beautifully and making sleep a happy, calm experience for them.

However, if it feels hard and unsustainable, there are things you can do to make that a bit easier. You can work on cutting down the length of time it takes them to fall asleep. After all, 10 minutes of cuddling is way less frustrating than 2 hours lying next to them waiting for them to fall asleep. You could move from vigorous rocking (one of my clients had to JOG around the room to get her child to sleep!) to sitting in a chair with them. You could add in some sleep associations so that feeding to sleep isn't the only way they can fall asleep. You can optimise timings to eliminate nap battles, protracted bedtimes and reduce night wakings.

And if you want some help with that, I'd love to offer some responsive, gentle sleep support.

https://rebeccascottpillai.co.uk/sleep/

If you are trying to decide whether to book a breastfeeding consultation or not, please be aware that I am taking next w...
22/06/2026

If you are trying to decide whether to book a breastfeeding consultation or not, please be aware that I am taking next week off. I do however, have 2 short breastfeeding consultation slots at my clinic tomorrow (£65 for an hour) or 1 long breastfeeding slot (£95 for 1.5 hours and two weeks of support).

If you want a home visit, I may be able to squeeze you in somewhere later in the week - send me a message with your address - and I'll see what I can do!

You can book here: https://rebeccascottpillai.co.uk/book-a-breastfeeding-consultation/

Or send me a DM

Are you being gaslighted about breastfeeding pain? "The latch looks fine""You just have sensitive ni***es" "Your ni***es...
12/06/2026

Are you being gaslighted about breastfeeding pain?

"The latch looks fine"

"You just have sensitive ni***es"

"Your ni***es just need to toughen up"

But you're in agony and gritting your teeth. Or perhaps distracting yourself by watching tv, pinching yourself, holding your breath, dreading every feed, taking your baby off the breast as quickly as possible, or using a dummy to delay feeding...

Sound familiar?? I see this scenario EVERY. SINGLE. WEEK. And no one has helped this mum make feeding more comfortable. 🤯

OK, so what is normal when you start breastfeeding? Because some pain IS normal:
🤱For the first 10-14 days, pain at the start of the feed is normal. Count to 10, then it should be completely comfortable. Perhaps some weird tugging, or suction, but comfortable. The ligaments anchoring your ni**le get stretched a lot! That is what causes this pain.
🤱There should be no damage to your ni**le at all. No blisters, no cracks, no bleeding.
🤱Your ni**le might look a bit bigger or longer, but shouldn't look creased, or pinched or like a lipstick.

What ISN'T normal?
🤱Pain through the whole feed, burning or stinging after a feed.
🤱 Any damage to your ni**le
🤱 Your ni**le looks pinched, creased across the tip or like a lipstick

I will say this again, for the millionth time:

IF BREASTFEEDING IS PAINFUL THE WHOLE WAY THROUGH A FEED, THEN THE LATCH ISN'T FINE, NO MATTER WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE!!!

If you don't know how to help a mum make breastfeeding more comfortable, then don't gaslight her. Don't tell her the latch is fine. Or that the pain is normal.

There is so much we can try to make breastfeeding comfortable and the sooner you start, the more effective it will be.

I have a whole series of reels with different things you can try to make the latch more comfortable. Go check them out.

Or book a consultation with me! I offer face to face support at my Lisburn clinic or can offer home visits too.

www.rebeccascottpillai.co.uk/book-a-breastfeeding-consultation

HOW TO PARENT WHEN YOU STOP BREASTFEEDINGOne of the hardest things about stopping breastfeeding is learning to parent wi...
11/06/2026

HOW TO PARENT WHEN YOU STOP BREASTFEEDING

One of the hardest things about stopping breastfeeding is learning to parent without b***s - after all, breastfeeding meets so many of your child's needs. This workshop is about learning how to substitute breastfeeding with other parenting tools, AND making the process as gentle as possible.

Get the tools you need to stop breastfeeding

This workshop will give you the information and tools to decide when to stop breastfeeding, and how to stop breastfeeding.

You want to stop breastfeeding on your terms

If you had a difficult start to breastfeeding, it's important that stopping breastfeeding is gentle, empowering, and on your terms.

Perhaps you're torn between the benefits of breastfeeding and needing/wanting to stop. It can be an emotional decision to make, especially when you see your child being comforted by breastfeeding. You know that breastfeeding keeps them healthy, it provides comfort and reassurance and is often the easiest way to get them to sleep. But you're also ready to stop, and want to feel confident about your decision.

It doesn't have to be all or nothing

Maybe you just want to night wean*, or set some boundaries around feeds during the day. If that's the case, then this workshop is for you too!

In this workshop we'll look at:
➡Recommendations for weaning age, natural term weaning and what if you want to stop breastfeeding sooner than this.
➡Nutrition - when/if you need to switch to formula, introducing solids, stress-free healthy eating, and will your child eat more solids if you stop breastfeeding?
➡Emotional regulation and boundary setting around breastfeeding - how to say no when your child wants to breastfeed, how to provide comfort without breastfeeding.
➡Sleep - improving sleep so that there are less wake ups, night weaning strategies.
➡Stopping feeds - practical tips for stopping breastfeeding completely.
➡Looking after yourself throughout the process.

You'll also get:
➡Access to the recording of the workshop for 4 weeks
➡A stopping breastfeeding guide (downloadable PDF)
➡The chance to ask lots of questions about your particular situation

Ready to book? Here's the link: https://clientportal.rebeccascottpillai.co.uk/public/form/view/6411bc6a103c39132b90fd74

Have a younger child, but still want to stop breastfeeding? Send me a message, as the recording of my workshop for stopping breastfeeding under 18 months is still available for purchase. Also £17.

HOW TO PARENT WHEN YOU STOP BREASTFEEDINGOne of the hardest things about stopping breastfeeding is learning to parent wi...
28/05/2026

HOW TO PARENT WHEN YOU STOP BREASTFEEDING

One of the hardest things about stopping breastfeeding is learning to parent without b***s - after all, breastfeeding meets so many of your child's needs. These workshops are about learning how to substitute breastfeeding with other parenting tools, AND making the process as gentle as possible.

Get the tools you need to stop breastfeeding

These workshops will give you the information and tools to decide when to stop breastfeeding, and how to stop breastfeeding.

You want to stop breastfeeding on your terms

If you had a difficult start to breastfeeding, it's important that stopping breastfeeding is gentle, empowering, and on your terms.

Perhaps you're torn between the benefits of breastfeeding and needing/wanting to stop. It can be an emotional decision to make, especially when you see your child being comforted by breastfeeding. You know that breastfeeding keeps them healthy, it provides comfort and reassurance and is often the easiest way to get them to sleep. But you're also ready to stop, and want to feel confident about your decision.

It doesn't have to be all or nothing

Maybe you just want to night wean*, or set some boundaries around feeds during the day. If that's the case, then these workshops are for you too!

I understand how hard it is to stop breastfeeding, which is why I've created these workshops - there are two separate dates as we deal with stopping breastfeeding a bit differently with older toddlers.

In these workshops we'll look at:
➡Recommendations for weaning age, natural term weaning and what if you want to stop breastfeeding sooner than this.
➡Nutrition - when/if you need to switch to formula, introducing solids, stress-free healthy eating, and will your child eat more solids if you stop breastfeeding?
➡Emotional regulation and boundary setting around breastfeeding - how to say no when your child wants to breastfeed, how to provide comfort without breastfeeding.
➡Sleep - improving sleep so that there are less wake ups, night weaning strategies.
➡Stopping feeds - practical tips for stopping breastfeeding completely.
➡Looking after yourself throughout the process.

You'll also get:
➡Access to the recording of the workshop for 4 weeks
➡A stopping breastfeeding guide (downloadable PDF)
➡The chance to ask lots of questions about your particular situation

Ready to book? Here's the link: https://clientportal.rebeccascottpillai.co.uk/public/form/view/6411bc6a103c39132b90fd74

25/05/2026

More alternatives to getting a comfortable latch.

Sometimes changing their position in relation to your body can be a game changer. So try them across your body on a diagonal or their body running up and down your body.

I’ve seen babies tip their head back a lot better and self attach much more easily.

And if you have a downward pointing ni**le it’s ok to use your free hand to angle the ni**le up towards their nose to help them latch on.

I’m an IBCLC (lactation consultant) based in Northern Ireland. I offer face to face breastfeeding consultations at my clinic in Lisburn and home visits within a reasonable distance. DM to book.

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Only one week left to book onto this workshop!For only £17, you're getting a ton of information to make returning to wor...
16/05/2026

Only one week left to book onto this workshop!

For only £17, you're getting a ton of information to make returning to work when you're breastfeeding as easy as possible.

Comment below or send me a DM and I'll send you the link to book.

It can be stressful and worrying when you have to return to work and your baby is still breastfeeding regularly. Especia...
16/05/2026

It can be stressful and worrying when you have to return to work and your baby is still breastfeeding regularly. Especially if they use breastfeeding for comfort and to fall asleep as well. How will they cope when you aren't there?

This workshop will be tailored to the age of your baby - I will be asking everyone who has signed up the age of their baby, so I can make it relevant to everyone, whether your baby is 8 weeks old, 8 months old, or a toddler.

In this workshop we'll explore:
🤱Leaving milk for your baby - how much?
🤱Tips if they won't take a bottle
🤱Pumping at work (and what the law says you're entitled to)
🤱Helping them sleep during the day without b***s
🤱How breastfeeding patterns may change
🤱Dealing with night feeds and broken sleep once you're back to work
🤱Reducing night wakes as much as possible
🤱Protecting breastfeeding so you can meet your breastfeeding goals

You'll also get:
🌟Access to the recording of the workshop for 4 weeks
🌟A return to work guide (downloadable PDF)
🌟The chance to ask lots of questions about your particular situation

Ready to sign up for only £17?

Sign up here: https://clientportal.rebeccascottpillai.co.uk/public/form/view/6411bc6a103c39132b90fd74

Need some support with breastfeeding an older child? Perhaps you're going back to work and you're anxious about managing...
09/05/2026

Need some support with breastfeeding an older child?

Perhaps you're going back to work and you're anxious about managing breastfeeding. I'm running a workshop on the topic on the 23rd May, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm BST.

Or, perhaps you're ready to stop breastfeeding, but you're really not sure how to go about it. It can be really tough when breastfeeding meets so many of your child's needs.

If your child is under 18 months, I'm running a workshop on the 6th June, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm BST.

And if your child is over 18 months, the workshop is happening on the 13th June, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm BST.

Not sure if you can attend in person?

Not a problem! I'll be sending out the recording afterwards so you can catch up later. And you'll be able to send me your questions through beforehand which I'll answer during the Zoom call.

All workshops are only £17.

Ready to sign up? Here's the link: https://clientportal.rebeccascottpillai.co.uk/public/form/view/6411bc6a103c39132b90fd74

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
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