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Saving Money on Lactation Care with an In-Network Gap Exception
What Is an In-Network Gap Exception — and How It Can Save You Money on Lactation Care When it comes to navigating insurance coverage for lactation support, the rules can feel confusing and frustrating. Many families discover that their insurance either doesn’t cover...
How to Gently Wean — A Loving Approach to Closing This Chapter
How to Gently Wean — A Loving Approach to Closing This Chapter There’s a moment every breastfeeding parent eventually reaches—when you start to feel that quiet tug that it might be time to wean. Maybe your little one is growing more independent, or maybe your body and...
Breastfeeding and Busy Lives: How Personalized Support Helps You Succeed Without Sacrificing Your Routine
In today’s fast-paced world, the idea of "doing it all" is more reality than aspiration—especially for parents. Between work demands, errands, family obligations, and the general hustle of life, finding time to breastfeed (and enjoy it!) can feel overwhelming. But...
Starting Solids with Confidence: How a Pediatric Occupational Therapist Can Help
Introduction Starting solids is an exciting milestone for babies and families—but it can also feel overwhelming. When should we start? What should we feed? How do we know if our baby is ready? As a pediatric occupational therapist, I help guide families through this...
Starting Solids the Confident Way: A Pediatric OT’s Guide for Parents
Introduction Starting solids is one of the most exciting (and sometimes nerve-wracking) milestones in a baby’s first year. As a pediatric occupational therapist, I help families navigate this transition by focusing on the developmental foundations that support safe,...
Going Back to Work with a Newborn can Seem Scary and Terrible but it Doesn’t Have to be
You just had a baby but for some reason all you can think about is going back to work already. Rather it be that morning pump you sneak in after feeding, or if you’re primarily pumping, maybe this is a reminder of what the future is going to look like. Well it doesn’t...
The First Week of Breastfeeding: What to Expect
The first week of breastfeeding can feel overwhelming — but you're not alone. Whether you're a first-time parent or navigating a new feeding journey, it's normal to feel uncertain in these early days. This blog post is here to give you a realistic look at what to...
The Benefits of Using an Out-of-Network Lactation Consultant
Navigating postpartum life is filled with decisions, especially when it comes to feeding your baby. One of the most impactful choices you can make is who you trust to guide you through your lactation journey. While in-network providers may seem like the default, there...
The Role of Occupational Therapy in Infants: Nurturing Development from the Start
As parents and caregivers, watching a baby grow and develop is one of the most rewarding experiences. From the first smile to the first step, each milestone marks the beginning of a new chapter in a child's life. While many infants reach these developmental stages on...
The Role of Craniosacral Therapy for Infants
As parents, watching your infant grow and develop is one of the most rewarding experiences. However, sometimes babies can face challenges that affect their comfort and well-being, whether it’s trouble with feeding, sleeping, colic, or overall nervous system...