Helpful Tips

We hear about folate and iron—but what about choline? This often-overlooked nutrient plays a powerful role in your baby’s brain development during pregnancy and breastfeeding. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by nutrition, don’t worry—this guide breaks down why choline matters, how to spot low intake, and simple, realistic ways to nourish your body in every season of motherhood.

Looking for a lactation consultant in Kaysville, Utah? Holly Hill, IBCLC, supports families across Davis County and Northern Utah with in-home and virtual breastfeeding support, specializing in bottle refusal, pumping, and complex feeding challenges.

Alexis “Lex” Shrock, IBCLC, provides compassionate, evidence-based lactation support to families across Northern Utah and beyond. From in-home visits in Clinton, Layton, and Ogden to virtual care worldwide, Lex supports parents through every stage of their feeding journey.

Feeding your baby is deeply emotional work — tender, exhausting, and often far more complicated than new moms are led to believe. When breastfeeding feels harder than expected, many women blame themselves or push through pain and overwhelm because of pressure from comparison or the old “breast is best” mentality. In this blog, therapist Sasha Lloyd, PMH-C LCSW, breaks down how therapy can support moms through feeding challenges by easing guilt, reducing intrusive thoughts, and helping you make choices that protect both your mental health and your bond with your baby. No matter how you feed your little one, you deserve support, compassion, and the reminder that fed is best — and you are doing an amazing job.

Birth and breastfeeding are deeply connected—but when birth includes trauma, interventions, or early separation, feeding can feel harder than expected. This blog explores the research behind how birth experiences shape breastfeeding, the emotional impact on both mother and baby, and why trauma-informed, somatic, and IBCLC support can help families heal and find connection again.