June Myers, IBCLC Breastfeeding in our modern context is a personal choice. But what is not well promoted is that it is a biological extension of pregnancy and birthing that requires just as much or more support for those who choose to breastfeed. This support is vital, not just in the hospital, but well beyondContinue reading “Expectations and Lactation Continuity of Care”
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Zooming in on Tongue Tie with Focus on Whole Body Function
Allyson Wessells, PT, IBCLC Tongue tie (aka, ankyloglossia, oral restriction) has been in the news lately but is something we have been assessing, addressing and learning about for years as practicing International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) at Nurture. Some families that seek our care want to know if there are oral restrictions present withContinue reading “Zooming in on Tongue Tie with Focus on Whole Body Function”
What is Craniosacral Therapy for Infants?
Allyson Wessells, PT, MPT, IBCLC What is Craniosacral Therapy (CST)? Craniosacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on on therapy guided by touch and intention. CST can optimize space and cerebrospinal fluid circulation within the cranium and throughout our spine where our nervous system is originating and directing our bodies to move. It has origins inContinue reading “What is Craniosacral Therapy for Infants?”
Welcome, Lisa!
Nurture is excited to grow our team by bringing on Lisa Sheer as a contractor! Lisa is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). She has a background working with WIC and private practice as the owner of Latching On. She serves Coshocton, Muskingum, Licking, Knox, Guernsey, Holmes, and Tuscarawas Counties. We are excited toContinue reading “Welcome, Lisa!”
Breastfeeding is Confidence!
Allyson Wessells, PT, MPT, IBCLC Breastfeeding is visual, breastfeeding is movement, but probably more than anything, breastfeeding is confidence! We see it daily in the families that call on us as lactation consultants to help them through basic to complex challenges. The look on a parent’s face is confidence as they discover how to holdContinue reading “Breastfeeding is Confidence!”