Lactation and Sleep Support for Families
Feeding and Sleep Are Deeply Connected
If your baby’s feeding and sleeping both feel like a struggle, you’re not alone.
Many families find themselves stuck in a loop of short naps, frequent night wakes, and unsettled feeds - unsure where one problem ends and the other begins.
As a Registered Midwife and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), I understand how feeding and sleep are intertwined. When a baby’s feeding is out of rhythm, sleep often follows. And when sleep is fragmented, feeding cues and supply can quickly be affected.
You don’t need to choose between protecting breastfeeding and finding more rest - it’s entirely possible to have both.
An Integrated Approach to Feeding and Sleep
This consultation brings together lactation expertise, gentle sleep science, and developmental insight to create a plan that works for your baby, your body, and your family.
Whether you’re exclusively breastfeeding, mixed feeding, or expressing, we’ll explore:
The relationship between your baby’s feeding patterns and their sleep
How milk supply, night feeds, and sleep hormones influence one another
Gentle ways to support longer stretches of rest (without compromising attachment or supply)
The emotional and nervous system side of infant sleep - because calm, regulated babies (and parents) sleep best
My approach is responsive and evidence-based. You won’t find rigid routines or “cry it out” methods here — just practical, nurturing strategies that meet you where you are.
Common Reasons Parents Book
Many families reach out for lactation and sleep support when they’re experiencing:
Frequent night waking or short daytime naps
A baby who only settles on the breast
Concerns about milk supply and frequent feeds
Overwhelm balancing responsive feeding and sleep needs
A desire to transition gently from co-sleeping or night feeds
Confusion about how feeding, solids, and sleep evolve over time
Together, we’ll untangle what’s driving the sleep and feeding challenges and create a realistic plan that feels calm, achievable, and nurturing.
Why Work With a Midwife and IBCLC
With over a decade of experience supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and the early months, I bring a whole-family lens to every consultation.
You’ll receive care that’s grounded in:
Clinical expertise: As an IBCLC and Midwife, I assess both medical and developmental aspects.
Evidence-based care: Every strategy aligns with current research on infant feeding and sleep.
Compassionate guidance: No guilt, no judgement — just understanding and practical tools that work in real life.
Book Your Lactation + Sleep Consult
You don’t have to do this alone.
With the right support, you can protect breastfeeding, nurture your bond, and finally feel more rested.
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