Blessedful Breastfeeding

Blessedful Breastfeeding Blessedful Breastfeeding, IBCLC is a lactation support practice offering compassionate, evidence-based care for mothers and babies.

We guide families through every step of their breastfeeding journey. Rooted in grace, love, and professional excellence.

08/27/2026

Pumping moms—you don’t have to spend what little free time you have standing at the sink washing pump parts after every single session. 🙌🏼

If you have a healthy, full-term baby who doesn’t have any health or immune concerns, the “fridge hack” may be a helpful option for your family.

After pumping, rinse off any remaining milk when possible, place your pump parts in a clean gallon-size ziplock bag or sealed container, and store them in the refrigerator between pumping sessions. Then, once a day, take everything completely apart and wash it thoroughly with hot, soapy water. Rinse well and allow the parts to air-dry completely.

This can save so much time and energy—especially when you’re already pumping around the clock, caring for a baby, and surviving on very little sleep. One less round of dishes can make a difference!

The CDC’s safest recommendation is still to wash pump parts after every use because refrigeration slows bacterial growth but doesn’t completely stop it. I wouldn’t recommend the fridge method for babies born prematurely, or babies with health or immune concerns.

As always, choose the option that feels safest and works best for your family. 💜

08/26/2026

Tongue ties are about more than what they look like.

One of the biggest misconceptions I see is the belief that a provider can simply look in a baby’s mouth and determine whether a tongue tie is causing feeding problems.

The reality is that oral restrictions are often a functional issue, not just an anatomical one.

When I evaluate a baby, I’m not only looking at the mouth. I’m looking at:

✔ How baby latches
✔ How the tongue moves
✔ How baby transfers milk
✔ Whether baby can maintain suction
✔ Maternal symptoms like ni**le pain or breast discomfort
✔ Feeding efficiency and weight gain

Two babies can have tongues that look very similar but function completely differently.

That’s why a comprehensive feeding assessment is so important.

The goal isn’t simply to ask, “Does this baby have a tongue tie?”

The goal is to ask, “How is this baby’s oral function affecting feeding?”

The best outcomes happen when families have a team of providers working together to support both baby and parent. ❤️

08/25/2026

Before you blame your milk supply… make sure your pump is actually removing milk effectively.

I see so many moms worried that their body “isn’t making enough” because they’re pumping and not getting the output they expected.

But sometimes, **supply isn’t the first problem we need to address.**

Your fl**ge fit matters. And it’s about more than simply measuring your ni**le and choosing the closest size.

During a fl**ge fitting, I’m looking at things like:
✨ Ni**le size and shape
✨ Breast and ni**le anatomy
✨ How your ni**le moves inside the tunnel
✨ Comfort while pumping
✨ Swelling or excess tissue being pulled into the fl**ge
✨ Milk flow and overall output
✨ The **size AND shape** of the fl**ge

Just like you wouldn’t measure your foot and assume every shoe in that size will fit the same, fl**ge fitting shouldn’t be one-size-fits-all either.

Sometimes changing the fl**ge size, shape, or fit can make a significant difference in comfort and milk removal.

So before you decide your body is failing you—or start adding supplements, power pumping, and stressing over every ounce—**let’s make sure your pump setup is actually working for your body.**

Because sometimes the question isn’t *“How do we make more milk?”*

It’s **“Are we effectively removing the milk that’s already there?”**

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08/23/2026

The fl**ges that came with your pump aren’t necessarily the fl**ges that fit YOU best

Fl**ge size matters but so does fl**ge shape. Ni**les and breasts come in all different shapes and sizes, which means there isn’t one fl**ge size or style that works for everyone.

Think about it: when you buy shoes, you have your feet measured, but you still try on different sizes and styles to find the most comfortable fit. Why wouldn’t we do the same for your ni**les?

Fl**ge fitting has also changed. Instead of measuring the ni**le at the base and automatically adding 2–3 mm, I measure the tip of the ni**le and use that as a starting point. From there, we try different fl**ge sizes and shapes to see what is actually the most comfortable and effective for your body.

When I perform a custom fl**ge fitting, I have multiple sizes and styles available for you to try. The goal is to make sure your fl**ges:

Fit your body correctly
Feel comfortable while pumping
Allow your ni**le to move freely
Help you get the best milk output possible

Pumping shouldn’t have to hurt and you don’t have to keep using the fl**ges that happened to come in the box.

Message me to schedule a custom fl**ge fitting!

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08/19/2026

We have a new office space!
I’m so grateful to Dr. Jennifer Calfee, owner of Simplify Health, for graciously allowing me to use a space in her office to see families. We’re still working on making it feel comfy and cozy, but I’m so excited for this new development for Blessedful Breastfeeding!
You can now come see me near St. Johns Town Center at:
Simplify Health
8833 Perimeter Park Blvd., Suite 902
Jacksonville, FL
I can’t wait to welcome you and your little one into our new space!

08/17/2026

You want a lactation consultant that aligns with your beliefs and values but you can’t seem to find one.
As a Christian and an IBCLC, I believe you shouldn’t have to choose between evidence-based lactation care and support that aligns with your Biblical values.
Here, you’ll find compassionate, breastfeeding support that respects the way God designed mothers and babies without fear, shame, or judgment.
Whether you’re preparing to breastfeed, struggling with painful latching, worried about your milk supply, or searching for answers when something just doesn’t feel right, you don’t have to walk through it alone.
I’m so glad you found my page!
Follow along for faith-filled encouragement, breastfeeding education, and support for your motherhood journey.

08/14/2026

What you see: an IBCLC arriving at your home to help with breastfeeding.

What you don’t see: my entire vehicle packed with a scale, pillows, feeding supplies, fl**ge-fitting tools and just about anything else we may need. 😂

You don’t see the time spent preparing before your visit, setting everything up in your home, documenting afterward, creating your individualized care plan and following up to make sure you feel supported once I leave.

And sometimes, you don’t see lunch happening in my car between appointments. 🥗

Being a mobile IBCLC isn’t always glamorous, but I truly love being able to meet mothers where they are—literally. You don’t have to pack up your newborn, remember everything you might need or sit in another waiting room. I bring the support to you.

This is more than a job to me. I truly believe God called me to care for mothers and babies during one of the most vulnerable and important seasons of their lives, and I’m so thankful I get to do it. 🤍

If you’re expecting a baby or struggling with breastfeeding, pumping, bottle-feeding or your baby’s oral function, you don’t have to figure it all out alone.

Send me a message to learn more about in-home lactation support in the Jacksonville area.

08/11/2026

Motherhood can make you question everything about yourself.

Am I producing enough?
Am I doing enough?
Why does this seem easier for everyone else?
Am I failing my baby?

But God never asked you to carry all of this alone.

He sees the feedings that end in tears. He sees the prayers whispered in the middle of the night. He sees how hard you’re trying—even when no one else does.

Your worth as a mother is not measured in ounces. It isn’t determined by how your baby is fed, how long they sleep or whether everything goes according to plan.

You are loved by a God who cares about every detail of your life—and He is with you in every part of this journey.

Mama, give yourself grace today. You are not alone. 🤍

“Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.”
1 Peter 5:7

Send this to a mother who needs this reminder today.

08/07/2026

Mama, your worth is not measured by ounces. 🤍

You are not defined by your milk supply, how you feed your baby, how often your baby cries, or whether others consider them a “good baby.”

You are a mother. You are a wife, spouse, or partner. But most importantly, you are a daughter of the Most High.

This journey can be beautiful, exhausting, emotional, and incredibly hard—but you were never meant to walk through it alone. The Lord will guide you, strengthen you, and meet you with His peace in every uncertain moment.

During World Breastfeeding Week, I want you to remember this: however your feeding journey looks today, you are doing an amazing job. 🤍

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