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ALEXANDRIA O'SULLIVAN, IBCLC
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The Dark Side of Breastfeeding: Understanding Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex (D-MER)
For many new mothers, the breastfeeding journey is a deeply rewarding and bonding experience with their infants. However, some women may...

Alexandria O'Sullivan, IBCLC
Jan 18, 20242 min read
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Pumping Iron and Milk: How Weight Lifting Affects Breast Milk Production
Maintaining an active lifestyle is important for new mothers, including those who enjoy weight lifting as part of their fitness routine....

Alexandria O'Sullivan, IBCLC
Nov 6, 20233 min read
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Why Breast Pump Flange Sizes Matter: A Brief Guide for Breastfeeding Moms
For some moms, nursing on-demand at the breast is all you and your baby will need. For others, a breast pump will become an occasional or...

Alexandria O'Sullivan, IBCLC
Oct 22, 20233 min read
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Nursing Bra Hack: How to Use Your Nursing Bra as a Pumping Bra
If there is one thing that all breastfeeding mothers know, it is the value of convenience and time-saving. One way to streamline your...

Alexandria O'Sullivan, IBCLC
Oct 4, 20233 min read
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Benefits of the Football Hold and How to Try It Yourself
Breastfeeding is natural and beautiful, but it can still take some practice. While there are several breastfeeding positions to choose...

Alexandria O'Sullivan, IBCLC
Sep 29, 20233 min read
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Nipple balms, butters, and creams - oh my!
The market is awash with "must-have" products for breastfeeding mothers, especially when it comes to nipple care. With so many balms,...

Alexandria O'Sullivan, IBCLC
Jul 30, 20233 min read
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Could my baby be lactose intolerant?
Most of us have probably heard of lactose intolerance, and may even know somebody who is lactose intolerant or are intolerant ourselves....

Alexandria O'Sullivan, IBCLC
Jul 26, 20233 min read
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How can I give myself an oversupply?
It's a question I hear a lot as a lactation consultant - a mom who is pregnant or has recently given birth plans on having an oversupply...

Alexandria O'Sullivan, IBCLC
Jul 25, 20232 min read
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Trash the pump and dump?
Have you ever been told that you needed to pump and discard your milk because you've taken medication? Read on to see if this is always...

Alexandria O'Sullivan, IBCLC
Jul 24, 20233 min read
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What is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)?
Breastfeeding support comes in many different forms - peer counselors, certified lactation counselors (CLC), doulas, lactation...

Alexandria O'Sullivan, IBCLC
Jul 24, 20233 min read
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