Signs of Colic in Infants
Nurture and Nourish Services offers newborn colic support in Charleston, SC. Colic can be an incredibly difficult for families with babies. There are many reasons for infant colic including: gas, reflux, overstimulation, and challenges with digestion. Colic can happen with breastfeeding and bottle feeding due to the intake of too much air, causing tummy discomfort. As an IBCLC and Craniosacral therapist, I offer a variety of solutions to baby colic. I get to the root of the issue, while giving you strategies to help right away. These might include: help with bottle feeding, breastfeeding, infant massage, burping techniques, and craniosacral therapy. Read the latest blog post on infant colic below.
What kind of bottle is best for your baby? (2024)
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Latina Lactation Support
Let's celebrate Latina Breastfeeding Week (Semana de La Lactancia Latina) together! As a proud Latina, I'm excited to join in on this beautiful celebration that highlights the importance of breastfeeding in our community. Breastfeeding is a special bond that connects moms and babies, and it's a tradition deeply rooted in our culture. Across generations, we've shared love and nourishment through this beautiful practice. Read more about getting latina lactation support in charleston, SC.
What is Craniosacral Fascial Therapy? (2024)
Nurture and Nourish offers craniosacral fascial therapy (CFT) in Charleston, SC. Discover the benefits of CFT therapy for infants in our informative blog post. Learn how CFT differs from traditional craniosacral therapy and explore its potential to alleviate common issues like colic, breastfeeding difficulties, and sleep disturbances in babies. Our expertly crafted guide outlines the advantages of CFT, including improved breastfeeding, relief from digestive issues, enhanced sleep patterns, support for developmental milestones, and alleviation of birth trauma. Explore how this gentle and non-invasive therapy can promote your baby's overall health and well-being.
Mom Support Group: Circle Moms at Gala Desserts
I was so happy to join Circle Moms for their infant feeding day. I got to answer questions about breastfeeding and bottle feeding. We had some great conversations on increasing milk supply, tongue ties, and when to introduce bottles to a breast fed baby.
Tongue Tie Therapy: A Whole Body Approach (2024)
Discover the incredible benefits of infant bodywork and functional movement for your baby's growth and development. From addressing muscle tension and oral ties to promoting soothing regulation and supporting functional movement. Learn more about the benefits of a whole body approach when addressing infant tongue tie.
How Much Breastmilk Should a Newborn Eat (2024)
Many mothers wonder how much should a newborn eat, especially during the newborn stage. If you have concerns about your baby's milk intake, reach out to a lactation consultant for help! I offer IBCLC services to South Carolina and telehealth in the US. Did you know that on day 1 babies stomach is the size of a cherry? It doesn't take much colostrum to fill your baby up at the beginning. Milk intake changes over the first 6 months of a baby's life. This post has a great chart for the amount of milk a baby takes in based on their day of life in the first week
How many diapers does a newborn use a day? (2024)
This is a helpful visual for tracking diapers by day the first week of life. Diaper output is one of several signs of milk transfer. Fewer than 4 stools on day 5 might be a sign of insufficient transfer. Reach out for help from your pediatrician or a lactation consultant if you have concerns. If you found this helpful, there is way more info on my blog. Link in bio! ❤️
Craniosacral Therapy for Tongue Tie (2024)
Looking for pediatric craniosacral therapy for tongue tie in Charleston? This blog post discusses traditional craniosacral and craniosacral fascial therapy for tongue tie. Craniosacral therapy is wonderful for infants with tongue, lip, and cheek ties and this post will explain what it is, and the benefits. Craniosacral therapy is a very gentle manual therapy. It therapy focuses on the bones of the pelvis, spinal column, and the bones of the head.
Tongue Tie and Breastfeeding (2023)
Are you breastfeeding and suspect your baby has a tongue tie or lip tie? Here are some of the symptoms of tongue tie in babies: pain when breastfeeding, a chompy latch, clicking when feeding, difficulty bottle feeding, long feeds, and slow weight gain slow weight gain. You might see a divot in their tongue or a heart shaped tongue. If you are struggling with breast or bottle feeding and think your baby may have a tongue tie, I can help. Learn more about the services I offer here and get the support you need. I serve mount pleasant SC and the greater charleston area.
Tongue Tie Symptoms in Newborns: Colic, Reflux, Gas (2024)
If you're a new parent, there's no doubt that you have a million questions about your little one's health and wellbeing. One common issue that can arise in newborns is tongue tie, also known as ankyloglossia. Tongue tie occurs when the band of tissue (the frenulum) that attaches the tongue to the bottom of the mouth is too short, tight, or thick. This can make it difficult for babies to breastfeed or bottle feed effectively, which can lead to a host of other issues. If you are looking for newborn tongue tie support in Mt. Pleasant, I am here to help.
Tongue Tie Release: Oral Tie Surgery, Therapy, and Specialists (2024)
Tongue Tie Release: Comprehensive Guide to Newborn Tongue Tie Treatment Options. Learn about Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Craniosacral Therapy, and Tongue Tie Surgery. Explore effective therapies in our latest blog post from Nurture and Nourish Services in Charleston.
Tongue Tie (2023)
There are often visual signs of tongue, cheek, and lip ties in babies. In this new series of posts I explain some of the visual signs that may indicate compensation or less effective movement patterns which can affect the quality of feeds.
Newborn Nursing: Latch, Colostrum, Torticollis, Sleepy Babies, Milk Supply, and More (2023)
Are you struggling with early breastfeeding challenges in the Charleston area? From sore nipples to engorgement, our latest blog post at Nurture Nourish Services covers common issues new mothers face when breastfeeding. Our experienced lactation consultant provides expert advice and practical tips to help you overcome these challenges and enjoy a positive breastfeeding experience with your baby. Visit our website to read the full post and learn more about our services
Free Mommy and Me Class! - SOLD OUT (2022)
I'm so excited to announce I'm teaching a mommy and me tummy time class at the Charleston Birth Place! If you are wondering when to start tummy time, how to do tummy time, or how much to do tummy time, then this class is for you! This class is not just about tummy time though, it's the TummyTime Method!
Infant Occupational Therapy: a Holistic Approach (2024)
Occupational therapy for Babies: OT can be helpful for infants who are experiencing difficulties like breastfeeding, bottle feeding, tongue tie, and development. At Nurture and Nourish Charleston, our occupational therapist can work with the infant and the mother to address any physical or developmental issues that may be hindering successful feeds. Here are some ways in which occupational therapy can help!
12 Month Milestones
Babies develop on different timelines. Development happens on a continuum, so some babies will develop some skills earlier and some a little later. Here are some of the skills that are likely to emerge 12 months.