08/27/2026
When we support the whole body of the baby, we often see better feeding outcomes. 🤍
Because feeding doesn’t happen in isolation.
The jaw, tongue, neck, shoulders, spine, pelvis, nervous system, posture, and even the way baby organizes their body can all influence how they feed.
As a functional IBCLC, I’m not just looking at the latch and calling it a day. I’m looking at the whole picture: how baby moves, how they use their body, how they organize themselves, and what may be contributing to feeding difficulties. Their body is always communicating with us, you just need someone who knows how to listen.
That’s why bodywork is something I will always consider and incorporate into a feeding plan when appropriate.
Because sometimes the missing piece isn’t another breastfeeding position…
it’s supporting the body that’s doing the feeding. 🍼✨