Amber Mattes

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When families are discharged from the hospital, they’re often sent home with a checklist and a few quick instructions.

But here’s the truth I’ve seen as both a nurse and an IBCLC:
➡️ Hospital education is designed to be standardized and efficient.
➡️ Families, however, need support that is personalized and ongoing.

This is why so many breastfeeding challenges show up after discharge—not because parents are doing anything wrong, but because their unique needs weren’t fully addressed in those rushed moments.

That’s where private lactation support can make such a difference. 🌸
✨ Time for your specific questions
✨ Guidance tailored to your baby and your body
✨ Support that continues beyond the hospital walls

You deserve care that meets you where you are—not just a checklist at discharge.

💌 I offer free 20-minute consults to explore what support could look like for your family.
👉 Inquire today: https://www.lactationinfantsleep.ca/

❌ Myth: “Pain is normal when breastfeeding”
✔️ Truth: While breastfeeding can sometimes feel uncomfortable at first, ongoing pain is a signal that something isn’t right.

You deserve to feel confident and comfortable while feeding your baby. 🌸 Often, small adjustments in latch, position, or support can make a big difference.

💬 Have you been told pain is “just part of it”? You’re not alone—and support is available.

👉 Book your free consult here: https://www.lactationinfantsleep.ca/appointments-2

📝 Mini-Educational Tip

Did you know? Babies often look awake in REM sleep. They may move, make noises, or even open their eyes briefly — but they’re still sleeping. Sometimes, pausing before intervening gives them a chance to drift back into deeper sleep. 🌙

😴 3 Signs Your Baby Is Overtired

Rubbing eyes

Sudden crankiness

Zoning out or staring
👉 If you’re noticing these, it might be time to adjust nap or bedtime routines. Want help finding the right sleep rhythm? Let’s chat!

Many new parents feel caught off guard by how challenging breastfeeding can be.

👉 Sometimes it’s cracked or sore ni***es.
👉 Sometimes it’s baby refusing one side.
👉 Sometimes it’s constant worry about “am I making enough milk?”

As an IBCLC and Perinatal Nurse, I help families with:

✨ Latch & positioning adjustments that actually feel better
✨ Identifying when pain is more than just “normal tenderness”
✨ Supporting supply — whether you’re exclusively breastfeeding, combo feeding, or pumping
✨ Strategies for nighttime feeds that protect your rest

💡 Breastfeeding isn’t always intuitive — and that’s okay. With the right support, it does get easier.

📩 Send me a message or book a free consult today.

🌙 Sleep regressions can feel overwhelming — suddenly your great sleeper is waking more, fighting naps, or starting the day before sunrise. The biggest age where we see the most significant shift is around 3 to 4 months of age.

💡 The good news? Regressions are temporary. But if you’re running on empty or things just aren’t improving, you don’t have to figure it out alone.

💛 Reach out today and let’s create a gentle plan that helps your whole family rest easier.

https://www.lactationinfantsleep.ca/

🌙✨ Struggling with your baby’s sleep? You don’t have to do it alone.

I help families navigate newborn and infant sleep with gentle, personalized guidance. Together, we create a plan that fits your baby’s unique needs — so you can feel confident, supported, and rested.

💤 What I offer:
✔️ Personalized Sleep Plans – step-by-step guidance tailored to your baby
✔️ Understanding Sleep Cycles & Routines – what’s normal, what’s not, and how to adjust
✔️ Support for Naps, Bedtime & Night Wakings – practical strategies that work
✔️ Gentle Sleep Coaching – evidence-based approaches that respect your baby’s needs

As a Registered Nurse, IBCLC, and Sleep Coach, I bring both clinical knowledge and compassionate support to every family I work with.

📩 Ready for more rest? Message me here or email me at [email protected]
to book your free consultation.

You deserve calm evenings, better sleep, and the reassurance that you’re doing it right. 💙

🌿 Let’s bust some common breastfeeding myths.

There’s so much information out there — but not all of it is helpful, or even true. That’s why I put together this quick guide:

✨ “5 Common Newborn Feeding Myths — and What Actually Matters” …to give you clarity, confidence, and a little less stress in those early days.

As a Registered Nurse and board certified Lactation Consultant, I offer:
🍼 Prenatal feeding consults
🌸 Postpartum support bundles
💤 Sleep coaching for newborns & infants
📥 Message me or book a free consult via my website
📍 Serving the Cowichan Valley — in person & virtual