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Kavisa Wood, IBCLC
Dec 10, 2024
Things to consider when balancing bottle-feeding and nursing or breastfeeding
Things to consider when balancing bottle-feeding and nursing or breastfeeding

Kavisa Wood, IBCLC
Oct 17, 2024
Nursing/Breastfeeding an Older Child in Public
Nursing/Breastfeeding an Older Child in Public

Kavisa Wood, IBCLC
Sep 24, 2024
My Weaning Journeys: Parent vs. Child Led Weaning
My two weaning journeys: parent-led vs child-led weaning.

Kavisa Wood, IBCLC
Sep 3, 2024
Black Breastfeeding Week 2024
Sacramento Breastfeeding Coalition hosted an in-person event for Black Breastfeeding Week - Empower & Nourish: Breastfeeding Education


Kavisa Wood, IBCLC
Mar 20, 2024
Montgomery tubercles (Areolar glands), nature’s breastfeeding ointment.
Montgomery tubercles also called Areolar glands are Nature’s breastfeeding ointment. These slightly bumpy parts on the areola may become...

Kavisa Wood, IBCLC
Feb 17, 2024
Stages of Human Milk Production
The human body is amazing! Human milk changes from a liquid gold color in the first few days after birth to a bluish-white color over...

Kavisa Wood, IBCLC
Jan 2, 2024
Coffee and breastfeeding
As a coffee lover, I was happy to learn the suggested limit is 2-3 cups of coffee (300 mg caffeine) spread throughout the day when body...

Kavisa Wood, IBCLC
Dec 13, 2023
Tips for pumping breastmilk on vacation
🧳 Pack reusable ice packs, all pumping parts & charger, storage bags/system, and dish soap ✈️ Review TSA's breast milk policies in case...


Kavisa Wood, IBCLC
Nov 30, 2023
How to care for sore nipples when breastfeeding
Sore nipples are by far the most common issues lactating parents experience. The first step is to check the latch and experiment with...

Kavisa Wood, IBCLC
Oct 16, 2023
Breast milk, custom-made ingredients to meet your baby's need
Human milk is a living food that changes to meet your baby’s needs. Some components even change depending on the time of day to support...
Kavisa Wood, IBCLC
Sep 26, 2023
Ways to support your breastfeeding partner (and why it's important)
Ways to support your breastfeeding partner (and why it's important)

Kavisa Wood, IBCLC
Sep 19, 2023
What medications are safe while breastfeeding?
Sometimes parents receive conflicting information about what medications are compatible with lactation. As research continues to develop...

Kavisa Wood, IBCLC
Sep 5, 2023
How to Hand Express Breastmilk
Hand expression can be useful if you need to collect colostrum (aka the golden milk produced in the first few days of birth) since it's...

Kavisa Wood, IBCLC
Aug 29, 2023
Why is the Breastfeeding Latch Important?
You often hear lactation professionals emphasizing the importance of a good deep latch. So why is the latch important when...


Kavisa Wood, IBCLC
Aug 25, 2023
Happy Black Breastfeeding Week!
This week I'm channeling Snoop Dogg's message by thanking myself and celebrating my breastfeeding journey. I breastfed my older son for...


Kavisa Wood, IBCLC
Aug 22, 2023
Ways to manage nipple twiddling and other nursing gymnastics
First... Why do babies/toddlers play with your nipple/breasts/hair/earrings, hit, etc? Multiple reasons: They are in the process of...


Kavisa Wood, IBCLC
Aug 14, 2023
Tips for breastfeeding when your baby is sick
Did you know that when you or your baby is sick, your breast milk changes by increasing antibodies and helpful vitamins and nutrients?...


Kavisa Wood, IBCLC
Aug 7, 2023
Updated protocols for ductal narrowing (plugged ducts)
One Friday morning I woke up with a hardened painful area on the outer quadrant of my right breast. At first, I thought it was just...


Kavisa Wood, IBCLC
Aug 7, 2023
How to obtain a pain-free latch when breastfeeding
Steps for a nourishing latch. Sometimes your baby latches easily but sometimes you might need to readjust. If you are experiencing pain...
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