Rockville Lactation

Lynnette Hafken, MA, IBCLC

Lactation Consultant

text/call: (240) 888-2123 | se habla español

Infection disease policy: I am vaccinated against COVID-19 and get annual flu shots. I am up to date on all available vaccinations. I do not require that clients wear masks at this time, but I will be happy to wear one if you prefer.

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Tips and Tricks for Common Breastfeeding Problems

Comfortable, relaxing breastfeeding positions

Side-lying: 1

Laid back: 1, 2, 3

Breast crawl: 1, 2

Weight loss or insufficient weight gain*

Follow the Three Rules for breastfeeding support

*Consult your pediatrician first.

Sore nipples

Flipple latching

Four points of contact (Thompson method)

Tips for large breasts

Engorgement

Reverse pressure softening for “stuck” milk

Therapeutic breast massage for lactation (Maya Bolman)

Baby not drinking enough milk

Breast compressions to increase milk transfer

Plugged ducts & mastitis

Therapeutic breast massage for lactation (Maya Bolman)

Oversupply

Block feeding

Resources

American Academy of Pediatrics

Stanford Medicine Newborn Nursery

CDC Breastfeeding Information

Fed is Best Resources for Parents

First Droplets

Cochrane Reviews on Breastfeeding Research

LactMed: Medications and Breastfeeding

NEWT Newborn Weight Nomogram (first 30 days)

Growth Charts (0–24 months)

Convert Pounds and Ounces to Kilograms