Gallia Co Breastfeeding Peer

Gallia Co Breastfeeding Peer My name is Rachel Thornton and I am the Breastfeeding Peer for Gallia Co. WIC My name is Rachel Thornton, and I have worked as Gallia Co. HOW CAN A PEER HELP You?

WIC Breastfeeding Peer since May 2022. I am a Certified Lactation Specialist

I breastfed my 6-year-old daughter for 18 months (4 months was exclusively pumping) and my 4-year-old son for 26 months. You can contact me via messenger or text (‪740-578-9353‬) 24/7. I don't care if it is 2 am; I am a mother, and we work 24/7 365 days a year! YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE A WIC PARTICIPANT TO REACH OUT FOR HEL

P!! As a Peer I am here to help mothers with their breastfeeding journey, starting during their pregnancy. As your WIC peer, I can give you
Tips for how to breastfeed comfortably and discreetly, even in public
-Ways you can stay close to your baby through breastfeeding after you return to work or school
-Ideas for getting support from your family and friends
-Ways to get a good start with breastfeeding
-Secrets for making plenty of breastmilk for you, baby
-Help with breastfeeding questions or concerns

WHAT DOES A PEER DO?
-Listens to you.
-Contacts you during your pregnancy to answer your infant feeding questions and help you prepare for having a new baby.
-Answers any questions or concerns you might have after your baby is born.
-Shows you how to get more help from other healthcare professionals if needed. Disclaimer: Information posted on any of our social media platforms should not be considered medical advice and should not replace consultation with a healthcare professional, including an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant for breastfeeding issues or a Registered, Licensed Dietitian for nutrition questions. Gallia Co. Breastfeeding Peer will make reasonable efforts to monitor and/or moderate content posted on its social media platforms; however, we may not always respond in as timely a manner to online requests for information as you might require. For more immediate attention, call the Gallia County WIC Program at 740-441-2977. By submitting content to Gallia Co. Breastfeeding Peer's page, you understand and acknowledge that this information is available to the public. Please note that other participants may use your posted information beyond the control of the Gallia County WIC program. If you do not wish to have the information you have made available via this site used, published, copied, and/or reprinted, please do not post on this page.

❤️🖤💚 In observance of Juneteenth, our office will be closed on June 19th.We hope everyone has a safe and meaningful holi...
06/19/2026

❤️🖤💚 In observance of Juneteenth, our office will be closed on June 19th.

We hope everyone has a safe and meaningful holiday! We will reopen for normal business hours on Monday, June 22nd, 2026 at 8 a.m.

💙 Tiny positioning changes can make a BIG difference with latch comfort and milk transfer!Keeping baby tummy-to-tummy an...
06/16/2026

💙 Tiny positioning changes can make a BIG difference with latch comfort and milk transfer!
Keeping baby tummy-to-tummy and close to your chest can help encourage a deeper latch. Think “superman arms!” 🦸‍♂️👶

👶 Feeding on cue means watching baby’s early hunger signs instead of waiting for crying.Newborns often feed 8–12 times i...
06/12/2026

👶 Feeding on cue means watching baby’s early hunger signs instead of waiting for crying.
Newborns often feed 8–12 times in 24 hours, and cluster feeding can be very normal too! 💕

🍼✨ Feeding baby while pumping can sometimes help save time during those busy newborn days!Every family finds their own r...
06/08/2026

🍼✨ Feeding baby while pumping can sometimes help save time during those busy newborn days!
Every family finds their own routine, and flexibility is key. You’re doing a great job! 💗

🤱 Your body is doing amazing things!Breast changes during pregnancy are completely normal and are your body’s way of pre...
06/04/2026

🤱 Your body is doing amazing things!
Breast changes during pregnancy are completely normal and are your body’s way of preparing to feed your baby. Every pregnancy journey looks a little different 💕

💗 Did you know? High blood pressure risks can continue for up to 6 weeks after delivery.If you notice severe headaches, ...
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💗 Did you know? High blood pressure risks can continue for up to 6 weeks after delivery.
If you notice severe headaches, vision changes, swelling, chest pain, or trouble breathing, contact your healthcare provider right away. You matter too, mama! 🌸

🍼 Little tip for pumping parents!For the most accurate milk measurement, try measuring directly in the bottle first befo...
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🍼 Little tip for pumping parents!
For the most accurate milk measurement, try measuring directly in the bottle first before transferring to storage bags. Every drop counts! 💕

In honor of Memorial Day, our office will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026, as we take time to remember and honor the brav...
05/24/2026

In honor of Memorial Day, our office will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026, as we take time to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. ❤️🤍💙
We hope everyone has a safe and meaningful holiday weekend! We will reopen for regular business hours on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 8 a.m.

05/22/2026

Tell us we're not the only ones!🙈😂

Wish you had a few tips for dealing with the "Boop It" side of nursing👋? Have questions about your milk supply or latch? We can help! Visit the link in our bio to connect with FREE In Person support options or to learn more about our FREE virtual Latch & Learn workshops.📲🥰

🫄Pregnant & planning ahead? Be sure to register for our FREE Prenatal Lactation Workshop "Me Breastfeed"! It will give you the tools, tips & information you need BEFORE your baby arrives. This program is offered both In Person and Online - for more information or to register, visit the link in our bio!

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms in our community 💛Thank you for the love, care, and strength you pour into...
05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms in our community 💛
Thank you for the love, care, and strength you pour into your families every day. We appreciate you today and always. 🌷

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