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Ashley Shapiro | Orange County Lactation Consultant | IBCLC

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Wondering what actually happens during a lactation visit? 🤍

I walk you through exactly what to expect so you can feel more prepared, supported, and a little less overwhelmed.

If you’re ready for calm, personalized support, you can learn more through the link in my bio. ✨🌿 taken in Laguna Hills, California by @ashleyshapirolactation

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If breastfeeding feels confusing, overwhelming, or harder than you expected… you’re not doing anything wrong 🤍

I’ve been there
I didn’t become a lactation consultant because it came naturally
I became one because it didn’t

I know what it feels like to leave an appointment more stressed than when you walked in

That’s why my approach is calm, personalized, and actually practical

You deserve support that makes you feel confident, not second guessing everything

I’m so glad you’re here 🫶🏼

⬇️ Tell me
Are you pregnant or postpartum?
And what’s been the hardest part about feeding so far? by @ashleyshapirolactation

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Hearing this from a partner always means so much 🤍

Because feeding your baby doesn’t just affect mom, it impacts the whole family.

My goal is always to make feeding feel less stressful, more supported, and something you actually feel confident in.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed or unsure, you don’t have to figure it out alone.

You can learn more and request a visit through the link in my bio. 🤍 taken in Laguna Hills, California by @ashleyshapirolactation

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You do NOT have to wait until breastfeeding becomes painful or overwhelming to learn how to breastfeed.

So many moms prepare for pregnancy and birth, but breastfeeding gets pushed to the side with the idea that you’ll just figure it out once baby gets here.

Then baby arrives and suddenly you’re trying to understand latch, feeding cues, milk supply, cluster feeding, pumping and whether baby is actually getting enough…while recovering from birth and running on very little sleep.

✨ Breastfeeding Foundations was created to give you the information I wish every parent had before bringing their baby home.

We cover latch and positioning, milk supply, the first days postpartum, pumping basics, combo feeding, common myths and more.

✨Breastfeeding Foundations is linked in my bio or comment FOUNDATIONS. 🤍

Save this for later or send it to a pregnant mama who is preparing for breastfeeding. by @ashleyshapirolactation

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#weightedfeedwednesday 🫶🏼❤️🫶🏼❤️ by @ashleyshapirolactation

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12 days ago

If your nipple comes out looking like a tube of lipstick after feeding, your baby may not have achieved a deep latch.
A pinched nipple is often a sign that the nipple was compressed against your baby’s hard palate during the feeding.

This can lead to:
🤍 Nipple pain
🤍 Cracked nipples
🤍 Poor milk transfer
🤍 Longer feeds
🤍 Frustration for both you and your baby

A painful latch isn’t something you simply have to “push through.”

A few small adjustments to positioning and latch can make a huge difference.

💗 Want to go into birth feeling confident instead of overwhelmed?

My self paced Breastfeeding Foundations course is designed to help you feel prepared for your breastfeeding journey with the education I wish every family had before bringing home their baby.

🔗 Learn more through the link in my bio or comment FOUNDATIONS. by @ashleyshapirolactation

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#weightedfeedwednesday ❤️🫶🏼❤️🫶🏼❤️ by @ashleyshapirolactation

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19 days ago

How often should your breastfed baby eat? 🤱🏼🩷

One of the most common questions I hear from breastfeeding parents is, “How do I know if my baby is eating often enough?”

The answer changes as your baby grows, but feeding frequency is only one piece of the picture. Instead of focusing only on the clock, pay attention to your baby’s hunger cues, diaper output, weight gain, milk transfer, and how feeding is going overall.

And remember, breastfed babies don’t always follow a perfect schedule. Some days they may want to nurse more frequently, cluster feed, or suddenly change their normal pattern. That can be completely normal.

Save this guide for those moments when you’re wondering, “Wait… didn’t I JUST feed you?” 😂

If you’re concerned about your baby’s feeding frequency, milk transfer, latch, or weight gain, working with an IBCLC can help you figure out what’s happening for your baby. 🩷

📍 Laguna Hills, Orange County
🤱🏼 In office, in home & virtual lactation support by @ashleyshapirolactation

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#weightedfeedwednesday 🫶🏼❤️🫶🏼❤️😍 by @ashleyshapirolactation

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A deep latch isn’t just about getting more of the breast into baby’s mouth. It’s about comfort, milk transfer, and effective feeding. 🤍

Signs baby has a deep, effective latch:
✨ Mouth opens nice and wide
✨ More areola is visible above baby’s upper lip
✨ Chin is tucked deeply into the breast
✨ Nose is free or lightly touching the breast
✨ Baby’s body looks relaxed and comfortable
✨ You feel a strong, deep pulling sensation without pinching or pain

Breastfeeding may feel like strong tugging, but it shouldn’t hurt. Persistent nipple pain, pinching, clicking, slipping off, or nipple damage can be signs that something needs adjusting.

Want to feel more confident with latch, positioning, milk supply, and those first few weeks of breastfeeding? 🤍 My Breastfeeding Foundations course walks you through everything I wish every parent knew before baby arrives. Find it through the link in my bio or comment FOUNDATIONS.

Save this for those early newborn feeds and send it to a breastfeeding mama who might need it. 🤱🏼 by @ashleyshapirolactation

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A shallow latch isn’t always obvious 👀

And just because baby is on the breast doesn’t necessarily mean the latch is deep or effective.

Signs of a shallow latch can include nipple pain or damage, clicking, slipping on and off the breast, long feeds, or baby struggling to transfer milk effectively.

A deeper latch can help baby transfer milk more efficiently while making breastfeeding much more comfortable for you. 🤍

Want to feel more prepared before baby arrives? 🤍 My Breastfeeding Foundations course walks you through latch, positioning, milk supply, what to expect in those first days, pumping basics and more, so you can go into breastfeeding feeling prepared instead of overwhelmed.

✨ Breastfeeding Foundations is available through the link in my bio or comment FOUNDATIONS.

Save this so you know what to look for during your next feed, and send it to a breastfeeding mama who might need it. by @ashleyshapirolactation

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