Milk Guide

Sometimes what looks like a feeding issue is actually something completely different hiding underneath.⁠
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That "low supply" might actually be tongue tie affecting milk transfer.⁠
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That "baby won't latch" could be positioning that's throwing everything off.⁠
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That "painful nursing" might be thrush or a shallow latch, not just "part of the process."⁠
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Sleep deprivation, postpartum anxiety, and overwhelm can make ANY feeding challenge feel impossible to solve.⁠
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And waiting for your baby's next pediatrician appointment or your 6-week check-up 🫠 isn't enough.⁠
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You deserve comprehensive support that goes beyond the breast and looks at you and your baby together to address root causes, not symptoms.⁠
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And you need that support now, when you're in the thick of it. Not in 6 weeks.⁠
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Milk Guide's lactation consultants are infant feeding specialists who look at oral anatomy, positioning AND your overall physical and mental health to support you. We're here to help you reach your goals, whatever they are.⁠
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We can see you in your home, in our office or virtually, depending on your location and preferences.⁠
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We also take insurance — 90% of our families pay nothing out-of-pocket. We'll verify your coverage for you before your appointment so you know what to expect. ⁠
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Need support? Send us a DM to schedule an appointment.

Your due date is getting closer and the last thing you need to do is pack your birth bag for the hospital or birth center.⁠
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Here are a few of our favorite breastfeeding items that should make it into your packing list.⁠
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If you've already given birth, what was the best thing you brought to the hospital or birth center for breastfeeding?

Hi, we're Milk Guide — infant feeding specialists serving families across Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Tennessee, Kentucky, and North Carolina with in-person appointments, plus virtual visits available nationwide. We accept insurance, and more than 90% of our families have no out-of-pocket costs. ⁠
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DM us or head to milkguide.com for a free benefits check and to schedule your appointment.

Summer plans don't have to mean stressing about your milk.⁠
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Pool days, road trips, outdoor events — pumping on the go is absolutely doable, it just takes a little planning.⁠
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Save this graphic before your next adventure so you're not Googling it in a parking lot.⁠
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Hi, we're Milk Guide — infant feeding specialists serving families across Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Tennessee, Kentucky, and North Carolina with in-person appointments, plus virtual visits available nationwide. We accept insurance, and more than 90% of our families have no out-of-pocket costs. ⁠
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DM us or head to www.milkguide.com for a free benefits check and to schedule your appointment.

Babies are miniature humans — and just like adults, they also get thirsty more often when it’s hot out!⁠
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If you and baby are spending more time outside this summer (and we hope you are), expect baby to nurse more often.⁠
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These extra feedings may be more “snack size” but their importance is huge! Babies are at more risk of getting dehydrated than adults are, especially young babies.⁠
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Here are some signs that baby is dehydrated that you should watch for: ⁠
☀️Sunken eyes⁠
☀️Crying with little or no tears⁠
☀️Fussiness⁠
☀️Extra sleepy⁠
☀️Cold or discolored hands and feet⁠
☀️A sunken soft spot on the top of their head (for newborns)⁠
☀️Doesn’t want to play (older babies and toddlers)⁠
☀️A dry diaper for 6 hours or longer⁠
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It’s important for you to stay hydrated too, especially if you’re breastfeeding. Make sure to drink extra water to thirst, and make sure you’re offering baby plenty of opportunity to feed too.⁠

Hi, we’re Milk Guide — infant feeding specialists serving families across Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Tennessee, Kentucky, and North Carolina with in-person appointments, plus virtual visits available nationwide. We accept insurance, and more than 90% of our families have no out-of-pocket costs.

DM us or head to the link in our bio for a free benefits check and to schedule your appointment.

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