Rachel's Lactation Consulting

06/10/2026

☀️ FREE Infant Wellness Summer Series!

Join us at the Vandalia Library for four FREE classes designed to help parents support their baby’s feeding, development, comfort, and milestones.

💙 July 1: Milk Supply Myths & Tummy Time Tips
Learn what really impacts milk supply, common breastfeeding misconceptions, and practical tummy time strategies.

💛 July 29: Infant Massage & Tension
Discover simple massage techniques and learn how tension can affect feeding, comfort, sleep, and development.

💚 Aug 19: Bodywork & Torticollis
Learn home strategies to support movement, head turning preferences, feeding, and early development.

🧡 Sept 2: Starting Solids & 6+ Month Milestones
Learn signs of readiness for solids and what developmental milestones to expect after 6 months.

Presented by Rachel Baggett, RN, IBCLC (23 years as a nurse, nearly 15 years as an IBCLC) and Melissa, pediatric OT with 10 years of experience supporting infant development.

👶 Expecting a baby? Have a newborn? Know a new parent? Tag them below and help us spread the word!

📍 Vandalia Library
⏰ 10:00–11:00 AM
💲 FREE
📞 937-396-5920

05/11/2026

Supporting families during such a vulnerable season is something I never take lightly, and I’m so grateful for every mom who trusts me to walk alongside her. Feeding challenges can feel overwhelming, isolating, and exhausting — but you don’t have to do it alone.

One of my biggest goals is making support feel accessible, personalized, and realistic for postpartum life, which is why I love offering in-home visits and continued support via text between appointments.

If you’re struggling with breastfeeding, pumping, bottle feeding, infant allergies, reflux, latch pain, low supply, oversupply, or just feel like something isn’t going the way you hoped — reach out. Early support can make such a difference. 💗

Most families are 100% covered by insurance for lactation visits. ✨

To book an appointment or learn more, send me a message or visit my website. You deserve support too. 🤍

05/07/2026

Only a small percentage of moms make it to 6 months of exclusive breastfeeding… and that matters more than you think.

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics and World Health Organization, exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months is the gold standard for infant feeding.

But in reality?
👉 Less than 1 in 4 families in the U.S. reach that goal.

Not because moms don’t want to…
But because they aren’t getting the support they deserve.

Breastfeeding isn’t “just natural.”
It’s a learned skill by both mom and baby. And sometimes that skill comes easy, and sometimes it takes a lot of work.

That’s where lactation consultants come in 🤍

✨ We can help with:
• Painful latch & ni**le damage
• Low milk supply (or oversupply)
• Pumping & returning to work
• Tongue ties, reflux, and feeding challenges
• Creating a plan that actually fits YOUR life

And most importantly…
👉 We help you reach your goals — not someone else’s expectations.

Because whether your goal is:
✔️ Exclusive breastfeeding
✔️ Combo feeding
✔️ Pumping
✔️ Or just making it through the next week

You deserve support every step of the way.

🫶 You aren’t meant to do this alone.

✨ If you’re struggling or just want a plan that feels doable, reach out. Support changes everything.

❤️ ❤️

04/24/2026

“Something inside me just healed.”

A mom said this to me after our visit, and I haven’t stopped thinking about it.

Not because I had all the answers.
Not because everything was suddenly perfect.

But because for the first time in a while, she felt supported instead of judged.

As an IBCLC, I will always give you honest, evidence-based guidance.
But I will also meet you where you are—without pressure, without judgment, and without an agenda.

If you’re struggling, unsure, or just need someone in your corner…
please don’t wait.

The right support can make a bigger difference than you think. 💛

04/21/2026

I’m so glad I have the privilege of helping mommas navigate the noise of the postpartum period. It truly is an honor and a blessing to support you all! 🫶

If you have questions or are struggling with infant feeding (all types-including formula feeding and bottles) I am here for you! Most moms are 100% covered with their insurance! Nothing to lose and everything to gain. Book via the link in my bio or comment “help” below.

04/15/2026

🥳 Exciting news! We are gaining a team member! I am so thrilled to welcome Melissa to the team!

Melissa is an occupational therapist who will be working alongside me as she pursues her journey to be becoming an IBCLC. Her background brings such a valuable whole body perspective to the care we provide, and I cannot wait for you all to benefit from her knowledge, compassion, and heart for moms and babies.

💗 This is such a special season of growth, and while Melissa will be learning and training under my supervision, you may also see her participating in appointments, moving forward.

And…Looking ahead – while nothing is set in stone just yet, we’re excited about the possibility of offering occupational therapy services in the future as well!

Please join me in giving Melissa a warm welcome – we are so lucky to have her! 💛

04/06/2026

5 years… 🤍

This post is a little late, but I just couldn’t let this milestone pass without taking a moment to reflect.

Five years ago, I took a leap of faith and started this business with a simple dream: to support moms and babies in their feeding journeys. I had no idea just how much it would grow, how many families I would get to walk alongside, or how deeply this work would impact me.

To every family who has trusted me, invited me into your homes, shared your struggles, your wins, your tears, and your joy—thank you. It is truly an honor to do this work, and I don’t take it lightly.

I’m still in awe that I get to live this dream every single day.

And the best part? We’re just getting started. There are some new and exciting things coming soon, and I cannot wait to share them with you 🤍

To celebrate, I’d love to treat you—go grab a coffee on me ☕️ (barcode on the last slide!)

Thank you for being here, for supporting this small business, and for allowing me to be a part of your stories.

Here’s to the next chapter ✨

03/16/2026

When breastfeeding doesn’t go as planned, it can feel overwhelming fast.
The pain, the tears, the constant questions in your head… “Am I doing something wrong?”

First, take a breath. You’re not alone, and you’re not failing.

Two things that can make a huge difference:

✨ Find an IBCLC. An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant is trained to help with the things Google and social media can’t fix—latch pain, slow weight gain, low supply, tongue ties, pumping struggles, and more. Having the right support can completely change your experience.

✨ Take it one day at a time. You don’t have to figure out your entire breastfeeding journey today. Focus on the next feeding, the next day, the next small win.

So many moms struggle alone because they think they should already know how to do this. But breastfeeding is learned—for both you and baby.

💛 If you’re feeling stuck, discouraged, or just need someone in your corner, support is available.

Follow for evidence-based breastfeeding support and real-life tips for the hard days. And if you need one-on-one help, send me a message. You don’t have to figure this out alone.🫶

03/10/2026

Considering a GLP-1 while breastfeeding? Read on for more info!

📣 New Article Alert!
Curious about tirzepatide and breastfeeding? 🤱 Our latest article breaks down what the current evidence says about tirzepatide transfer into breast milk.

👉 Read more here: https://infantrisk.com/content/what-breastfeeding-moms-need-know-about-tirzepatide

Whether you’re considering tirzepatide for diabetes, weight management, or metabolic health while breastfeeding, get evidence-based guidance to help you make informed decisions with your healthcare provider. 💛

02/20/2026

Thank you so much for taking the time to write this — it truly means more to me than you know. 💕

It has been such a joy walking alongside you and your sweet baby. I know how overwhelming those early weeks (and all the “millions of questions”!) can feel, and I’m so glad you felt heard and supported.

If you’re a mama reading this and feeling unsure or stuck, please know you don’t have to figure it out alone. Support can make all the difference.