Milky Moms

Milky Moms Milky Moms is owned by Nurse Practitioners Lea Lacefield and Laura Behm. We offer perinatal mental health services, including therapy and medication management.

Lactation + Postpartum Support | Maternal Mental Health | Infant Safety Education

Providing compassionate, evidence-based support for families navigating feeding, postpartum recovery, and early parenthood.

✔️ We accept most major insurances. Both Lea and Laura are Doctors of Nursing Practice (DNP), Family Nurse Practitioners (FNP-C), and International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC

). Team members Lana Smith, Mallory Alves, Saba Rastegar, Savanna Bullard, Jordan Gatton, Kelly McKenny, Amy Hess, Trina Gardiner, Cathy Gibson, Laurel Cahill, Renee Neuens, and Kerry Elderkin bring over 200 years of healthcare experience to the Milky Moms team. With extensive education and training, we can provide lactation classes & consultations and assess, diagnose, and treat conditions related to feeding for both baby & mom. We have medical appointments for complex lactation concerns and female hormone evaluation.

Having a newborn can change your friendships in ways you don’t always expect.Plans change. Your availability changes. Yo...
09/05/2026

Having a newborn can change your friendships in ways you don’t always expect.

Plans change. Your availability changes. Your energy changes. And sometimes, what you need from your friends changes too.

The friends who used to text you at 7 PM asking where you were might now need to understand that you’re exhausted, covered in spit-up, and perfectly happy staying home. 😂

But it can go both ways. Your friends may not always know what you need, and they may be figuring out how to fit into this new chapter with you.

So… yes, friendships after a baby can look different. That doesn’t always mean they’re falling apart. Sometimes they’re just finding their new rhythm.

And to the friends of new moms: keep inviting her. Even if she says no 10 times. She may not be ready to come out, but knowing she’s still included can mean a lot. 💜

Meet our Mini of the Month — Ocean! Ocean was submitted this past month and we’re so excited to celebrate this sweet gir...
09/03/2026

Meet our Mini of the Month — Ocean!

Ocean was submitted this past month and we’re so excited to celebrate this sweet girl! At 11 months old, she’s walking, running, showing off her two little teeth, and keeping everyone on their toes!

Congratulations, Ocean! 💜 Thank you to her family for sharing her milestones with our Milky Moms community!

NOW IT’S YOUR TURN!
Want your little one to be our next Mini of the Month? 👶💜

Drop a photo of your little one in the comments + tell us their age and a milestone they’ve reached recently! It can be big, small, silly, or sweet — we want to celebrate it all!

📸 Submissions in the comments of THIS post will be considered for our September Mini of the Month!

Let’s fill the comments with all those adorable little milestones! 👇

September is here, and we’re making space for the things that matter. September is NICU Awareness Month, Baby Safety Mon...
09/01/2026

September is here, and we’re making space for the things that matter.

September is NICU Awareness Month, Baby Safety Month, and National Infant Feeding Month — three important topics that deserve more awareness, education, and support.

Throughout the month, we’ll be sharing information, resources, reminders, and support for moms and babies. Because sometimes, knowing a little more can make a really big difference.

Here’s to a month of learning, supporting, and showing up for each other. 💜

08/30/2026

Need a quick snack idea? 💜
This blended chia pudding is easy to prep ahead and a simple way to add fiber and healthy fats to your day. Top it with your favorite fruit, nuts, or whatever you have on hand and make it your own!

If you’ve got a newborn AND a school-age kid, you already know the evening transition can feel like a whole event. 😂You’...
08/27/2026

If you’ve got a newborn AND a school-age kid, you already know the evening transition can feel like a whole event. 😂

You’re trying to be present for your big kid while also meeting the needs of your littlest one — and sometimes those two things happen at the exact same time.

Here’s to the new school year… and surviving the evening shift! 😂

Moms with a newborn + school-age kid: what’s your after-school/evening routine look like? 👇

We’re a few days into the school year, but we’re still celebrating those first-week-of-school moments!Whether it’s their...
08/26/2026

We’re a few days into the school year, but we’re still celebrating those first-week-of-school moments!

Whether it’s their first year of preschool, kindergarten, high school, or somewhere in between — drop a back-to-school photo in the comments!

We want to see those big smiles, new backpacks, first-day outfits, missing teeth, and everything in between.

And we want to know…

Are they a Milky Moms kid?
If so, you can share who their provider was so we can see how much they’ve grown and keep cheering them on!

Whether they’re a current Milky Moms baby, a toddler we’ve watched grow, or a big kid who graduated from our care — we’d love to see them. 💜

If the first-day picture didn’t happen, a first-week picture absolutely counts!

Drop your photo below and tell us who your Milky Moms provider was! 📸💜

You don’t have to sit straight up or hunch over to breastfeed.A laid-back breastfeeding position can help you get more c...
08/25/2026

You don’t have to sit straight up or hunch over to breastfeed.

A laid-back breastfeeding position can help you get more comfortable while allowing your baby to use their natural reflexes to find the breast and latch.

Try this:

• Recline comfortably and let your body relax
• Place baby tummy-to-tummy on your chest
• Support baby’s back and shoulders rather than pushing their head toward the breast
• Let baby move toward the breast and find their own position

Sometimes a small change in positioning can make a big difference in comfort and latch.

And remember — there isn’t one “perfect” breastfeeding position. What works best can look different for every mom and baby.

Having trouble with positioning or latch? Our lactation support team is here to help.

Wait… I can take a breastfeeding class before my baby comes?!Yes! And prenatal breastfeeding education can be a helpful ...
08/25/2026

Wait… I can take a breastfeeding class before my baby comes?!

Yes! And prenatal breastfeeding education can be a helpful way to prepare for those first days with your baby.

We generally recommend taking a breastfeeding class around 27–32 weeks of pregnancy so you have time to learn, ask questions, and feel more prepared before delivery.

Our prenatal breastfeeding class helps you prepare for things like:

• What to expect in the first days of breastfeeding
• Feeding cues and bringing baby to breast
• Positioning and latch
• Hand expression
• Pumping and fl**ge sizing
• What to expect as your milk changes
• Common breastfeeding challenges
• Preparing for breastfeeding and building your support system

And if you’re already past 32 weeks?

It’s not too late. You can still take a class and benefit from having information and support before your baby arrives.

You don’t have to wait until you’re holding your baby to start learning about breastfeeding.

The more prepared you feel going in, the more confident you may feel when those first feeding questions come up.

Interested in our prenatal breastfeeding class? Send us a message or visit Milky Moms to learn more.

Starting solids is an exciting milestone, but knowing when your baby is ready can feel confusing.Most babies are ready f...
08/23/2026

Starting solids is an exciting milestone, but knowing when your baby is ready can feel confusing.

Most babies are ready for complementary foods around 6 months, but age isn’t the only thing to consider.

Look for signs that your baby is developmentally ready, such as:

* Sitting upright with good head and neck control
* Reaching for food and bringing things to their mouth
* Showing interest in food
* Opening their mouth when food is offered
* Swallowing food rather than consistently pushing it back out with their tongue

Starting solids isn’t about rushing to the next milestone. It’s about giving your baby the opportunity to explore new tastes, textures and experiences when they’re ready.

And remember, breast milk or infant formula continues to be an important source of nutrition as your baby begins exploring foods.

Want more guidance? Milky Moms offers a Starting Solids Class to help you feel more confident as you begin this new stage.

Call to learn more about our next class.

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